Abstract: A directional coupler, comprising a first high-frequency line for feeding a first high-frequency signal, a second high-frequency line for feeding a second high-frequency signal, and a coupling line for outputting signals from the first and the second high-frequency lines, wherein the coupling line comprises resistive segments, each comprising a predetermined impedance. Coupling properties and resistive damping and adapting properties can be integrated in the coupling line. A compact and low-cost construction of the directional coupler is thus made possible.

Abstract: The invention relates to a directional coupler (1), comprising a first high-frequency line (2) for feeding a first high-frequency signal, a second high-frequency line (3) for feeding a second high-frequency signal, and a coupling line (4) for outputting signals from the first and the second high-frequency lines (2, 3), wherein the coupling line (4) comprises resistive segments (5a-5c, 15a-15c, 25a-25c, 35a-35c, 45a), each comprising a predetermined impedance. Coupling properties and resistive damping and adapting properties can be integrated in the coupling line (4). A compact and low-cost construction of the directional coupler (1) is thus made possible.

Abstract: A processor may include a plurality of processing units for processing instructions, where each processing unit is associated with a discrete instruction queue. Data is read from a data queue selected by each instruction, and a sequencer manages distribution of instructions to the plurality of discrete instruction queues.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for protecting the housing (26) of a welding component while changing the position thereof, wherein a drag protection (27) in the form of a plate (28) is provided for fastening and for protecting the housing (26), which plate (28) is provided on an outer side (29) with elevations (30) for reducing a bearing surface and a friction resistance.

Abstract: A processor may include a plurality of processing units for processing instructions, where each processing unit is associated with a discrete instruction queue. Data is read from a data queue selected by each instruction, and a sequencer manages distribution of instructions to the plurality of discrete instruction queues.

Abstract: Split IEEE 1394 bridges utilize individual portals or bundles of portals to communicate over a non-full-featured IEEE 1394 network such as a local or wide area network in combination with IEEE 1394 multi-portal bridges. Multi-portal bridges may be formed through the connection of several split bridges each with one or more IEEE 1394 portals over a core net. The core net is invisible to the IEEE 1394 nodes with respect to traffic originating from an IEEE 1394 bus for a destination in an IEEE 1394 bus, and the network elements allow for increased network scalability in both terms of physical size and levels of hierarchy. Useful properties of a core net such as availability of high-performance switches or increased reach are incorporated into an IEEE 1394 network.

Abstract: A multi-refillable spray can with a piston arranged in the cylindrical part of the interior of said can, whereby said piston has seals associated with the inner wall thereof. The area below the piston is filled with compressed air instead of the usual environmentally damaging propellant gases. The spray is accommodated in the area formed by the upper side of the piston, the lower side of the valve head and the upper inner wall of the can. The piston has a rubber valve on the upper side facing the spray, whereby the bottom of the can is fully closed.

Abstract: Split IEEE 1394 bridges utilize individual portals or bundles of portals to communicate over a non-full-featured IEEE 1394 network such as a local or wide area network in combination with IEEE 1394 multi-portal bridges. Multi-portal bridges may be formed through the connection of several split bridges each with one or more IEEE 1394 portals over a core net. The core net is invisible to the IEEE 1394 nodes with respect to traffic originating from an IEEE 1394 bus for a destination in an IEEE 1394 bus, and the network elements allow for increased network scalability in both terms of physical size and levels of hierarchy. Useful properties of a core net such as availability of high-performance switches or increased reach are incorporated into an IEEE 1394 network.