Abstract: A system and method for determining proper positioning of the printhead as it travels between first and second positions by sampling an electrical resistance signal of a motor during tilting of the printhead, calculating an average of specified samples at a time, and comparing the calculated average to a predetermined threshold to determine whether the printhead is operating properly. Thus, the need for sensors to determine the positioning of the printhead is eliminated.

Abstract: A system and method for sensing the positioning the printhead in one or more of a standby position, a wipe position, and a printing position uses electrical signals from a drive motor as an indicator of whether the printhead has properly moved to a desired position. As the printhead is tilted to a print position, a first position electrical signal is detected by sampling a resistance on the torque motor at a first time. A second position electrical signal is determined by sampling another resistance on the motor at a second time. A slope is calculated between the first position sample and the second position sample. The calculated slope is analyzed to determine whether the printhead is operating properly. Thus, the need for standalone sensors to determine the positioning of the printhead is eliminated.

Abstract: Detecting a multi-pick in a nip of a media feed mechanism, includes determining a limit of a property of a media feed mechanism that is related to the kinetic properties of one or more rollers that form a nip; monitoring the property of the media feed mechanism; determining a maximum value of the of the monitored property; comparing the maximum value to the limit; and determining, if the maximum value exceeds the operational limit, that a multi-pick has occurred.

Abstract: Methods and systems for pacing the heart include a vibrational transducer which directs energy at the heart, usually including at least a ventricle, to pace the heart to promote synchronized contraction of the ventricles. Optionally, additional vibrational and/or electrical stimulation may be provided.

Abstract: In a method for making bisphosphonates by reacting a carbonyl compound with a phosphorus halide, the reaction is carried out in a solvent/carrier system which is a mixture of an amine hydrochloride, phosphorous acid and optionally phosphoric acid.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for treating heart failure rely on delivering ultrasonic or other vibrational energy to the heart. The energy may be delivered acutely or chronically, in response to detected cardiac events, in response to manual actuation and/or in response to operation of an implantable defibrillator. The vibrational transducer is implanted so that the vibrational energy can be directed toward at least a portion of the heart in order to increase contractility, vasodilation, tissue perfusion, and/or cardiac output.

Abstract: In accordance with one embodiment of the present invention a collection processing system comprises a payment service center that is configured to receive payments on behalf of a plurality of third parties, such as property managers and other parties expecting payments in return for their goods or services. The payment service center processes the payments, which includes scanning the payment that are typically in the form of checks or money orders, or other payment instruments. Each tenant or payer associated with a payment is identified, along with the building associated with that payment. A demand deposit account module (DDA X-Check) is set to first associate a payment to a corresponding tenant.

Abstract: A method for the production of an aromatic phosphite by reacting an aromatic hydroxy-compound with a phosphorus trihalide in the presence of a tertiary amine and a non-protic solvent, said solvent being mobile below −20° C. Suitable tertiary amines include tri-propyl amines, tri-butyl amines, tri-n-propylamine, tri-iso-propylamine, tri-n-butylamine, tri-iso-butylamine and tri-t-butylamine.

Abstract: In a method for making bisphosphonates by reacting a carbonyl compound with a phosphorus halide, the reaction is carried out in a solvent/carrier system which is a mixture of an amine hydrochloride, phosphorous acid and optionally phosphoric acid.

Abstract: A method for the production of an aromatic phosphite by reacting an aromatic hydroxy-compound with a phosphorus trihalide in the presence of a tertiary amine and a non-protic solvent, said solvent being mobile below −20° C. Suitable tertiary amines include tri-propyl amines, tri-butyl amines, tri-n-propylamine, tri-iso-propylamine, tri-n-butylamine, tri-isobutylamine and tri-t-butylamine.

Abstract: A monitoring system having a stylus mounted to a support that controllably moves the stylus along a travel path as it contacts an object of interest. The object is supported by a rotating turntable and held in place by a retainer that exerts a repeatable downward force on the object. A frame that supports the stylus is moved by a number of motors to provide three mutually orthogonal directions of motion to the stylus. Coordinated translations of the stylus and rotations of the object allow the monitoring system to check the shape of the object and compare the measured shape with specifications for the object.