Abstract: Embodiments in accordance with the present invention encompass copolymers and terpolymers of a variety of polycycloolefinic monomers at least one of which monomer contains an additional unpolymerized ethylenic bond. In further aspect of this invention there is provided an embodiment encompassing compositions containing the polymers of this invention, a crosslinker, a free radical initiator, a tackifier and one or more suitable additives. The compositions of this invention can be formed into a variety of three-dimensional insulating articles upon exposure to suitable high temperature, such as for example films. The objects formed from the compositions of this invention exhibit hitherto unattainable low dielectric constant and low-loss properties, and very high thermal properties. The compositions of this invention may additionally contain one or more organic or inorganic filler materials, which provide improved thermo-mechanical properties in addition to very low dielectric properties.

Abstract: Systems and techniques are provided for enabling all wins multiplier features on gaming devices during multiplayer gaming tournament play. The all wins multiplier features may be simultaneously engaged on multiple gaming devices at a predetermined point in time, and may generally all simultaneously terminate the all wins multiplier feature at the same time. Multiple different all wins multiplier features using different multiplier values may be enabled at different times during a particular tournament session.

Abstract: An outdoor unit for an air conditioner/heat pump is provided with a bracket which is attached to the tube sheet of the heat exchanger coil for routing the electrical leads from the electronic components within the unit to a control box located outside thereof. The bracket is mounted without fasteners and is preferably clipped onto a planar structure on the tube sheet by way of opposing tabs on the bracket. The bracket is preferably secured to the planar wall by way of dimples that engage with holes formed in the planar wall.

Abstract: The sufficiency of refrigerant charge in an air conditioning system is determined by a comparison of two sensed temperatures in the system, one being the liquid line temperature and the other being either the outdoor temperature or the condenser coil temperature. In one embodiment the two sensed temperatures are displayed on respective thermochromic strips which are so calibrated and juxtaposed as to provide a visual indication, by the relative positions of the two displayed sensed temperatures, as to whether the refrigerant charge is adequate. In another embodiment, the sensed liquid line temperature is displayed by way of a plurality of LEDs and the other temperature is displayed by way of a marker on a temperature scale. If the two displayed temperatures are aligned, then the refrigerant charge is optimized, and if they are not aligned, the system is undercharged or overcharged.

Abstract: A coil support suitable for supporting a coil in a condensing unit includes a body and a protrusion extending from the body. The protrusion is configured to limit movement of the coil in at least one direction.

Abstract: A braze-free connector for attaching a flow line to an operating unit of a flow system. The connector has a central passage into which the flow line is inserted through a tapered entranceway. The entranceway opens into a radially expanded cavity that surrounds a section of the flow line. The cavity is filled with a pressure activated adhesive. A ferrule is mounted in the entranceway and is rotatably mounted upon a threaded nut which mates with a male thread on the connector body. As the nut is advanced, the ferrule moves axially into the cavity to activate the adhesive, and at the same time, is forced radially into tight sealing contact with the flow line.

Abstract: The sufficiency of refrigerant charge in an air conditioning system is determined by a comparison of two sensed temperatures in the system, one being the liquid line temperature and the other being either the outdoor temperature or the condenser coil temperature. In one embodiment the two sensed temperatures are displayed on respective thermochromic strips which are so calibrated and juxtaposed as to provide a visual indication, by the relative positions of the two displayed sensed temperatures, as to whether the refrigerant charge is adequate. In another embodiment, the sensed liquid line temperature is displayed by way of a plurality of LEDs and the other temperature is displayed by way of a marker on a temperature scale. If the two displayed temperatures are aligned, then the refrigerant charge is optimized, and if they are not aligned, the system is undercharged or overcharged.

Abstract: An assembly and method for conducting high temperature fluids between two marine vessels is provided. The assembly comprises a coupling member for coupling the two vessels together thereby allowing free rotational movement but controlled translational movement of each vessel relative to the other. Preferably, the coupling member comprises two pair of rigid legs, wherein one end of each leg of each pair is affixed to a different one of the vessels and the free ends of each leg of each pair are joined together with a joint member for pivotably joining the legs, and thus the vessels. The assembly further comprises a rigid conduit for conducting the fluids between equipment located on each of the vessels, and support members for supporting opposing ends of the conduit above each of the vessels, such that the conduit traverses a space created between the vessels by the coupling member.