Abstract: A module (38), a terminal (12) including the module, and a system (10) including the terminal (12), are described. The module may be a printer module (38) comprising a print engine (60), a microcontroller (62), and a wireless receiver (66), such as a wireless modem, so that the module (38) is operable to receive data from a remote server (18) and to print the received data. The module (38) also includes a coupler (70 or 270) for directing data received from the wireless modem (66) to the microcontroller (62) and for directing data from the terminal (12) to the microcontroller (62). A method of printing tickets at a terminal (12) and a method of retro-fitting a self-service terminal (12) are also described.

Abstract: To provide a catalyst for synthesis reaction which can achieve good yield in the Sonogashira reaction and also can be recovered after the reaction, and a method for synthesizing a compound in which the catalyst for synthesis reaction is used, a perovskite-type composite oxide containing palladium is used as the catalyst for synthesis reaction in the Sonogashira reaction represented by the following reaction scheme (1): R1—X+HC?CR2?R1C?CR2 ??(1)

Abstract: A base station for a wireless network has multiple channels for communicating with user equipments, and has multiple channel reuse patterns. The patterns are complementary such that areas of low carrier to interference ratio C/I of one pattern are not coincident with areas of low C/I of other patterns. An allocator allocates channels such that for user equipment located in an area of low C/I of any of the complementary patterns, the allocator favors allocation of a channel of another of the complementary patterns. The sacrifice of capacity can be reduced as there is less need for a capacity-hungry high re-use factor pattern. The channels may be frequencies, time slots or CDMA codes. The reuse patterns can involve reuse on selected base stations, or on selected sectors, or different polarizations. The network can be of any type including fixed wireless access FWA, or mobile networks.

Abstract: Current deployment methods for fixed wireless access communications networks typically give rise to a trade off between link performance and capacity. It is difficult to maintain specified levels of link performance while maximizing capacity. When a request to change a fixed wireless access network is received, for example, by adding a subscriber, moving a subscriber or adding a sector to a base station, the link performance at each communications link is determined. For example, by measuring the link performance at each link or by predicting or estimating these link performance levels. If the proposed change to the network does not compromise link performance, that is, the predicted or actual link performance levels are greater than a specified level, proposed change is implemented. Otherwise the now subscriber is placed on hold, pending change to the network such as addition of a new base station or sector.

Abstract: A system for use in controlling and/or testing an underwater hydrocarbon production system, has a number of control modules for controlling well trees. The control modules are provided, not at the trees, but at a control center for location underwater. The trees are in communication with associated ones of the control modules.

Abstract: A table of clauses is compiled into a shareable database. Each clause relates to parties potentially affected by a use of the clause in a legal document. Each clause also includes authorizations controlling access and preferences specifying provisions and terms for a specific subject matter. A searchable index is formed using a topical ordering based on the specific subject matter included. A clause selection interface is exported and includes document drafting controls. The clauses table index is authenticated against the authorizations for a given user, preferences for the individual parties, and specified monetary amount and is presented following successful authentication. A clause selection is authenticated against the authorizations for a given user and the preferences for the parties. An individual clause from the clauses table is displayed on the user interface upon the selection by the given user following successful authentication.

Abstract: A method in one example is directed to utilizing a WIN (wireless intelligent network) and a SCP (service control point) to intelligently route mobile originated calls destined for a private network, from current serving MSC (mobile switching center) to a designated gateway MSC.

Abstract: Multiple input multiple output (MIMO) systems are able to provide wireless communications at increased data rates. These systems involve using a plurality of antennas on both the transmitter and receiver and the problem of how to accommodate such structures in user terminals, which are often required to be hand held then arises. An antenna arrangement which is suitable for MIMO communications and which can be incorporated into a user terminal such as a personal digital assistant (PDA) is described. A pair of co-polarised umbrella monopoles and a slot antenna are incorporated into a flap which extends at approximately 90° to the body of the PDA. A fourth monopole is mounted and protrudes from the PDA itself.

Abstract: To reduce costs in multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) and other wireless communication systems an arrangement is described whereby adaptive combination is used at user equipment in order to produce two or more directional antenna beams. Improvements in carrier to interference levels result.

Abstract: The present invention thoroughly cleans paintbrushes, arts & crafts brushes, artist brushes and cosmetic brushes and comprises a tank with an open top for containing cleaning fluid, a brush frame, rotating cleaning brushes, a motor housing and top cover. The rotating cleaning brushes, together with the stationary cleaning brush, remove paint or cosmetic materials from the brushes to be cleaned. The rotating and stationary cleaning brushes each bear a bristle portion comprising tufts, which are configured in a specialized tightly packed pattern to optimize cleaning the paintbrushes artists brushes, arts & crafts brushes or cosmetic brushes to be cleaned.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods for isolating and storing, nucleic acid from a sample containing nucleic acid, such as a cell sample or cell lysate. The nucleic acid is isolated on a solid phase medium, which is then dried, and which can be stored efficiently, such as at room temperature, in columns, tubes, and microwell plates having a wide variety of filters and other solid phase media, for extended periods of time, including days, weeks, and months. The invention provides methods for isolating and storing nucleic acid from a sample by applying the sample to a solid phase medium, retaining the cells, lysing the cellular retentate, drying the medium and retaining the nucleic acid, storing the nucleic acid for extended periods of time at room temperature and humidity, and optionally eluting the nucleic acid.

Abstract: The present invention thoroughly cleans hairbrushes and combs and comprises an upper portion with at least two openings for containing a hair remover and an item to be cleaned, a rotating roller brush, and a housing portion. The roller brush, together with the hair remover, effectively clean and remove hair from styling combs and brushes and prevent accumulated hair from impeding the cleaning action by removing it from the roller brush. The device is configured in a specialized concave crescent shape and the pattern of bristles on the roller brush are configured to optimize cleaning action on hairbrushes and styling combs.

Abstract: A method of providing information to a user at a remote terminal (12) is described. The method comprises the steps of: receiving from the remote terminal (12) status information relating to an irregularity in the remote terminal; determining from the status information what action may be required to resolve the irregularity; identifying an agent capable of performing the action; transmitting the status information to a portable device (50) associated with the agent to inform the agent of the irregularity; and allowing the portable device (50) to access a repository containing operational information for presentation to the agent.

Abstract: A method for isolating nucleic acid which comprises: (a) applying a sample comprising cells containing nucleic acid to a filter, whereby the cells are retained as a retentate and contaminants are removed; (b) lysing the retentate from step (a) while the retentate is retained by the filter to form a cell lysate containing the nucleic acid; (c) filtering the cell lysate with the filter to retain the nucleic acid and remove remaining cell lysate; (d) optionally washing the nucleic acid retained by the filter; and (e) eluting the nucleic acid, wherein the filter composition and dimensions are selected so that the filter is capable of retaining the cells and the nucleic acid. Additionally, there is provided a substrate for lysing cells and purifying nucleic acid having a matrix and a coating and an integrity maintainer for maintaining the purified nucleic acid.

Abstract: The present invention provides a system and a method for discriminating supraventricular tachyarrhythmias from ventricular arrhythmias during a tachycardia episode. First cardiac signals and second cardiac signals are sampled for cardiac complexes. A first feature on the first cardiac signal and a second feature on the second cardiac signal are utilized to determine an average time difference for a plurality of normal sinus rhythm complexes. A time difference between the first feature and the second feature is then determined for each cardiac complex of a tachycardiac rhythm. The cardiac complex is characterized as a ventricular tachycardia complex if the time difference exceeds the average time difference by a predetermined amount. Otherwise, it is classified as VT if its morphology after alignment is different from that during normal sinus rhythm.

Abstract: A catalyst for synthesis reaction that can allow the cross coupling reaction at an improved yield, and yet can be collected after used for the reaction and recycled, and a synthesizing method for a compound using the same catalyst for synthesis reaction.

Abstract: This invention relates to methods for rapid nucleic acid purification from sources heavily contaminated with high particulate material, such as cellular debris, and solids, including suspended solids. In particular, this invention provides methods for rapid, quantifiable recovery and purification of nucleic acids from a variety of sources heavily contaminated with solids, such as small organisms, tissue samples, samples of blood found on soil, or samples of washing from foods, which are frequently difficult sources for nucleic acid isolation due to their propensity to clog filters and columns. A device and kit are also provided.

Abstract: The invention relates to fragments of a mammalian nervous system protein, agrin, and to their use as a therapeutic agent in controlling neural activity associated with epilepsy, traumatic injury and other pathologies of the brain.