Abstract: One aspect of the invention is a method for providing real-time feedback regarding the effect of applying a policy definition used for management in a computing system. An example of the method includes receiving the policy definition, and accessing stored information regarding at least one managed entity in the computing system. This example also includes applying the policy definition to the information regarding the at least one managed entity. This example further includes outputting information providing real-time feedback regarding the effect of applying the policy definition to the information regarding the at least one managed entity. Another aspect of the invention is a method for defining a policy used for management in a computing system.

Abstract: The invention provides a novel specially designed book cover for any hard back or soft cover book or ipad or other electronic tablet, features a zippered perimeter and a series of compartments and storage pockets. The Clever Cover is produced in a wide variety of materials ranging from lightweight plastic, vinyl, and soft fabric to fancy suede and leather materials.

Abstract: One aspect of the invention is a method for providing real-time feedback regarding the effect of applying a policy definition used for management in a computing system. An example of the method includes receiving the policy definition, and accessing stored information regarding at least one managed entity in the computing system. This example also includes applying the policy definition to the information regarding the at least one managed entity. This example further includes outputting information providing real-time feedback regarding the effect of applying the policy definition to the information regarding the at least one managed entity. Another aspect of the invention is a method for defining a policy used for management in a computing system.

Abstract: One aspect of the invention is a method for providing real-time feedback regarding the effect of applying a policy definition used for management in a computing system. An example of the method includes receiving the policy definition, and accessing stored information regarding at least one managed entity in the computing system. This example also includes applying the policy definition to the information regarding the at least one managed entity. This example further includes outputting information providing real-time feedback regarding the effect of applying the policy definition to the information regarding the at least one managed entity. Another aspect of the invention is a method for defining a policy used for management in a computing system.

Abstract: One aspect of the invention is a method for providing real-time feedback regarding the effect of applying a policy definition used for management in a computing system. An example of the method includes receiving the policy definition, and accessing stored information regarding at least one managed entity in the computing system. This example also includes applying the policy definition to the information regarding the at least one managed entity. This example further includes outputting information providing real-time feedback regarding the effect of applying the policy definition to the information regarding the at least one managed entity. Another aspect of the invention is a method for defining a policy used for management in a computing system.

Abstract: One aspect of the invention is a method for providing real-time feedback regarding the effect of applying a policy definition used for management in a computing system. An example of the method includes receiving the policy definition, and accessing stored information regarding at least one managed entity in the computing system. This example also includes applying the policy definition to the information regarding the at least one managed entity. This example further includes outputting information providing real-time feedback regarding the effect of applying the policy definition to the information regarding the at least one managed entity. Another aspect of the invention is a method for defining a policy used for management in a computing system.

Abstract: Systems and methods for presenting images in a vehicle as the vehicle rotates about a rotation axis are disclosed. In one embodiment, the system includes a signal receiving portion that receives a first signal corresponding to an image of a first view from a position located a first distance from the rotation axis. A signal processing portion directs to a signal display portion located a second distance from the rotation axis, a time varying second signal that represents a second view. The second view can be a portion of the first view and can occupy an area less than the area occupied by the first view. The location of the second area relative to the first area can be selected based at least on an amount by which the first and second distances differ.

Abstract: Systems and methods for presenting images in a vehicle as the vehicle rotates about a rotation axis are disclosed. In one embodiment, the system includes a signal receiving portion that receives a first signal corresponding to an image of a first view from a position located a first distance from the rotation axis. A signal processing portion directs to a signal display portion located a second distance from the rotation axis, a time varying second signal that represents a second view. The second view can be a portion of the first view and can occupy an area less than the area occupied by the first view. The location of the second area relative to the first area can be selected based at least on an amount by which the first and second distances differ.

Abstract: An approach is provided for configuring telemetry devices over a wireless network is disclosed. A client (e.g., web browser application) communicates with a fleet and asset management system to obtain information about a plurality of objects (vehicle or asset). In response to the user input, the client transmits the user input to the fleet and asset management, wherein the fleet and asset management generates a configuration message based on the user input for transmission over the wireless network to the one telemetry device for configuring an input/output (I/O) port of the telemetry device. The I/O port is coupled to a corresponding one of the objects. The telemetry device sets parameters relating to the I/O port according to the configuration message.

Abstract: A device for aiding in stimulating blood flow in a sexual organ of a user leading to erection. The device includes a chamber adapted to receive and enclose a user's body from adjacent the waist of the user to adjacent the upper thighs. A source of vacuum is applied to the chamber for creating a negative pressure within the chamber while permitting the user's arms to be extended into the chamber for manipulating the sexual organ.

Abstract: Systems and methods for presenting images in a vehicle as the vehicle rotates about a rotation axis are disclosed. In one embodiment, the system includes a signal receiving portion that receives a first signal corresponding to an image of a first view from a position located a first distance from the rotation axis. A signal processing portion directs to a signal display portion located a second distance from the rotation axis, a time varying second signal that represents a second view. The second view can be a portion of the first view and can occupy an area less than the area occupied by the first view. The location of the second area relative to the first area can be selected based at least on an amount by which the first and second distances differ.

Abstract: A device for aiding in stimulating blood flow in a sexual organ of a user leading to erection. The device includes a chamber adapted to receive and enclose a user's body from adjacent the waist of the user to adjacent the upper thighs. A source of vacuum is applied to the chamber for creating a negative pressure within the chamber while permitting the user's arms to be extended into the chamber for manipulating the sexual organ.

Abstract: A probe module for atomic force microscopy has a substrate (33) and a deflectable cantilever probe (4) projecting from it. In the head of the atomic force microscope the probe is mounted with its axis perpendicular to the sample surface, e.g. so as to carry out shear force microscopy or transverse dynamic force microscopy. The cantilever probe (4) has a reflective surface (43) which is directed back up along the probe so that movement of the probe tip can be tracked using a light beam arrangement which in itself may be conventional. By this means, AFM procedures in perpendicular modes can be carried out using AFM heads requiring little modification from the conventional near-parallel mode arrangement. The probe may also be used in tapping mode to investigate sidewall features on a sample surface.

Abstract: An improved method of preventing cohesion between plastic coated, paperboard, folding carton blanks after they come off a die cutter or cutting section of a press. The method comprises providing different scoring patterns for the carton blanks of alternate rows as the cartons are formed, which results in the creation of air spaces between adjacent cartons to prevent them from sticking to each other.

Abstract: A thread and punch lock for article carriers includes a first closure panel with a plurality of spaced tongues along its terminal end. A locking tab is provided in longitudinal line with each tongue and adjacent thereto. The tab extends in opposing direction to the tongue; the tab and tongue together forming a locking unit. The second closure panel includes two substantially parallel, transversely elongated slits for receiving each locking unit when the closure panels are in proper overlapping relation. Disposed between these slits is the closure panel material forming a protector strap. The closure panels are locked together by inserting the tongue through the slit furthest from the edge of the second closure panel. The tab is then punched in the slit nearest the edge of the second closure panel so as to overlie the second closure panel and create edge to edge engagement. The protector strap overlies the tab along the interior of the carrier to hold the tab in locked engagement and provide extra strength.

Abstract: An article carrier is formed from an elongated blank having overlapping bottom panels to support articles in at least one row. One of the bottom panels has a plurality of spaced tongues at its terminal end. A plurality of separate locking tabs are longitudinally aligned with each tongue. The other of the bottom panels has transversely elongated apertures with each of the apertures receiving one of the tongues. Each of the tongues has engagement with one transverse edge of the aperture and one of the plurality of separate locking tabs has an edge to edge overlying engagement with the opposite transverse edge of the aperture. Each of the apertures is increased in size in accordance with which of the separate locking tabs overlies the opposite transverse edge of the aperture. Each of the separate locking tabs are selected for use in accordance with the dimensions of the adjacent article or articles supported by the carrier.

Abstract: A method for determining the foaming characteristics of a crude oil stream at the wellhead comprising introducing the production crude oil stream from the wellhead into an elongated, horizontal separator under reduced pressure at a controlled flow rate, withdrawing evolved gas from the upper portion of the separator and measuring the flow rate thereof, withdrawing oil from the lower portion of the separator and measuring the flow rate thereof, controlling the pressure on the separator at a lower pressure than the wellhead pressure, controlling the liquid level of the oil in the separator, measuring the volume of oil in the separator, and measuring the volume of foam in the separator.

Abstract: Measuring the foaming characteristics of crude oil comprises saturating the crude oil with a gas inert to the crude oil under high pressure and passing the gas-saturated oil into a flash separator. The amount of foam formed is measured with respect to the amount of gas withdrawn from the flash separator and the amount of oil contained therein.

Abstract: A tray having side wals and a bottom wall is provided with leakproof gusset corners including overlapping gusset panels connected by a center fold line. Side fiold lines connect the respective gusset panels to the side walls with sealing portions of the gusset panels extending the full depth of the side walls for full depth leakproofness of the tray. A cut-out in the inner gusset panel allows bonding of the outer gusset panel against the side wall strengthening the corner of the tray and assuring the sealing action. The cut-out in the inner gusset panel is particularly shaped to form the sealing portion and to allow maximum bonding of the outer gusset panel. A peripheral flange is formed of flange sections having alternate extensions with abutting edges to provide an equal width flange around each corner and the full periphery of the tray. During folding, the flange extension cooperates with a rounded corner of the sealing portion of the inner gusset panel to assure smooth and efficient folding action.