Abstract: A memory controller and method that provide a read-refresh (also called “distributed-refresh”) mode of operation, in which every row of memory is read within the refresh-rate requirements of the memory parts, with data from different columns within the rows being read on subsequent read-refresh cycles until all rows for each and every column address have been read, scrubbing errors if found, thus providing a scrubbing function that is integrated into the read-refresh operation, rather than being an independent operation. For scrubbing, an atomic read-correct-write operation is scheduled. A variable-priority, variable-timing refresh interval is described. An integrated card self-tester and/or card reciprocal-tester is described. A memory bit-swapping-within-address-range circuit, and a method and apparatus for bit swapping on the fly and testing are described.

Abstract: An elastomeric anti-flushing diaphragm (80) having a cantilevered peripheral rim (84) is supported by and resides under a diverter (52) which is placed directly over the main or primary drain opening (44) in a top wall (40) of a urinal cartridge (22). As liquid passes under the diverter, a negative pressure or suction is created on the underside (96) of the diaphragm. As the flow of liquid increases, the negative pressure increases to pull down the peripheral edge (rim 84) of the diaphragm on the top wall and to constrict the flow of liquid that can pass under it, thus limiting the amount of turbulence in the sealing fluid (30) within the cartridge and preventing its loss to an external drain tube (34). When the liquid flow is sufficient to rise above the diverter, as in the case of a bucket (100) of water (102) being poured into the urinal bowl, the water creates a positive pressure above the diaphragm, that is, on its upper side (94).

Abstract: A method of producing a plurality of filter kernels comprised of filter coefficients for use in a sub-pixel rendering operation comprises calculating a plurality of filter coefficients for each filter kernel by dividing a spatial area of an input image that is overlapped by a portion of a spatial rendering area by a total area of the spatial rendering area using floating point arithmetic. The method further comprises multiplying each filter coefficient by a divisor to produce a filter product such that a sum of all filter products produces a filter sum that equals the divisor. Then a binary search operation is performed to find a round off point for the filter sum such that when each filter coefficient is converted to an integer, a sum of the filter coefficients equals the divisor. The filter coefficients are then converted to integers using the round off point.

Abstract: A display device comprises a display panel comprising high brightness subpixel repeating groups—for example, RGBW display panels. The device further comprises a subpixel rendering unit configured to render source image data onto the panel. The subpixel rendering techniques may render three-color source image data onto the panel comprising the high brightness subpixel repeating groups, and may also be used for rendering data onto 3-color displays as well.

Abstract: Methods for measuring the total hemoglobin of whole blood include measuring reflective light at multiple wavelengths within the visible spectrum, calculating light absorbance at each of the multiple wavelengths, performing a comparison in a change in like absorbance between the multiple wavelengths, and/or relating the comparison to total hemoglobin. A system for measuring total hemoglobin of whole blood may include at least one light source, a catheter, optical fibers, at least one photodetector, data processing circuitry, and/or a display unit.

Abstract: Novel three-color and four-color subpixel arrangements and architectures for display and the like are herein disclosed. Novel techniques for subpixel rendering on the above subpixel arrangements are also herein disclosed.

Abstract: Methods for measuring the total hemoglobin of whole blood include measuring reflective light at multiple wavelengths within the visible spectrum, calculating light absorbance at each of the multiple wavelengths, performing a comparison in a change in like absorbance between the multiple wavelengths, and/or relating the comparison to total hemoglobin. A system for measuring total hemoglobin of whole blood may include at least one light source, a catheter, optical fibers, at least one photodetector, data processing circuitry, and/or a display unit.

Abstract: Novel three-color and four-color subpixel arrangements and architectures for display and the like are herein disclosed. Novel techniques for subpixel rendering on the above subpixel arrangements are also herein disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention provides an improved lift system for an aerial crane incorporating a wing, coanda and curved surface. The arrangement of the wing, coanda and curved surface use and induce airflow to create additional lift through an increase in airflow mass, density and velocity. A different configuration of the wing, coanda and curved surface can be used to propel a vehicle.

Abstract: Techniques for modifying aspects of the gamut mapping function in a multi-primary display system influence the performance of the display or the perception of certain ones of the colors. One embodiment of the system comprises a method for selecting a metamer. Other embodiments provide methods for modifying the output color produced by the gamut mapping operation for input colors that are on the darker or brighter surfaces of the input color gamut, or for certain out-of-gamut colors such as yellow colors.

Abstract: Systems and methods are herein given to effect a multiple mode display system that may accept multiple input image data formats and output several possible image data format. In a first embodiment, an image processing system comprises: an input that receives a plurality of source image data, said plurality of source image data further comprising a plurality of source image data formats; circuitry that resamples source image data from said source image data format to a plurality of target image data formats; and a display that renders target image data wherin the resolution of the display comprises approximately one half resolution of the largest of said plurality of target image data formats.

Abstract: A fitting device for a tubular column having an exterior flange at one of its ends is disclosed. The device includes a fitting composed of (i) a piston for insertion into the end of the column adjacent the flange, (ii) an enlarged-diameter member having a contact surface for contacting the flanged end of the column when the piston is fully inserted into the column, and (iii) a circumferential seal encircling the piston for providing a fluid-tight seal between the piston and interior end region of the column, when the piston is inserted into the column. A clamp in the device is received on the column by sliding from the end of the column opposite said flange, for engaging the column flange and the fitting's enlarged-diameter member, to secure the fitting to the column flange, with the piston inserted into the tubular column, thus to maintain said seal when fluid is forced through the fitting by application of pressure to fluid within the column.

Abstract: A system and method for remotely monitoring multiple healthcare patients simultaneously is described. Multiple patients in multiple locations can be monitored for a variety of healthcare conditions and indicators. Information about the monitored patients is transmitted to a local monitoring component, which can be part of a portable processing system, and can be monitored by a healthcare professional using the portable processing system at any location convenient to the professional. An adaptive algorithm dynamically determines if an alert should be generated for a patient based on historical information associated with the patient or a procedure, situational information associated with a schedule, coordination or prioritization of multiple procedures, or predictive information based on the likelihood of a future condition based on a patient's current condition, a procedure being performed, or other factors.

Abstract: An imaging system for a vehicle includes an imaging array sensor and a control. The image array sensor comprises a plurality of photo-sensing pixels and is positioned at the vehicle with a field of view exteriorly of the vehicle. The imaging array sensor is operable to capture an image of a scene occurring exteriorly of the vehicle. The captured image comprises an image data set representative of the exterior scene. The control algorithmically processes the image data set to a reduced image data set of the image data set. The control processes the reduced image data set to extract information from the reduced image data set. The control selects the reduced image data set based on a steering angle of the vehicle.

Abstract: A multiple lumen catheter having a soft, tapered multiple lumen distal tip for insertion into a body vessel. One of the lumens is sized to pass over a guidewire such that the catheter can be inserted into the body vessel using the Seldinger technique. At least one medical implement lumen is used for placement or positioning of a biomedical sensor or other medical implement. For example, at least one optical fiber passing through the medical implement lumen may transmit and receive light at the distal tip for measuring oxygen saturation of the blood. The catheter may have a cylindrical catheter body to which the soft distal tip attaches. The soft tip reduces the possibility of vessel or tissue puncture and abrasion. The tip is constructed of a soft plastic or pliable material that yields easily when force is applied.

Abstract: A multiple lumen catheter having a soft, tapered multiple lumen distal tip for insertion into a body vessel. One of the lumens is sized to pass over a guidewire such that the catheter can be inserted into the body vessel using the Seldinger technique. At least one medical implement lumen is used for placement or positioning of a biomedical sensor or other medical implement. For example, at least one optical fiber passing through the medical implement lumen may transmit and receive light at the distal tip for measuring oxygen saturation of the blood. The catheter may have a cylindrical catheter body to which the soft distal tip attaches. The soft tip reduces the possibility of vessel or tissue puncture and abrasion. The tip is constructed of a soft plastic or pliable material that yields easily when force is applied.

Abstract: According to the invention, a method for determining a rebate amount in a real estate purchase transaction is disclosed. In one step, viewing requests are received. From these viewing requests, the number of actual or scheduled viewings is counted. The number of actual or scheduled viewings determines the threshold. In another step, transaction data is received. The transaction data contains the purchase price and/or the agent incentive. The agent incentive is either a fee or a percentage of the purchase price. A rebate amount is calculated from the threshold and the transaction data. The rebate amount is then provided to a user.

Abstract: A multiple lumen catheter having a soft, tapered multiple lumen distal tip for insertion into a body vessel. One of the lumens is sized to pass over a guidewire such that the catheter can be inserted into the body vessel using the Seldinger technique. At least one medical implement lumen is used for placement or positioning of a biomedical sensor or other medical implement. For example, at least one optical fiber passing through the medical implement lumen may transmit and receive light at the distal tip for measuring oxygen saturation of the blood. The catheter may have a cylindrical catheter body to which the soft distal tip attaches. The soft tip reduces the possibility of vessel or tissue puncture and abrasion. The tip is constructed of a soft plastic or pliable material that yields easily when force is applied.

Abstract: Embodiments for providing increased gamma accuracy in quantized display systems are herein described. Both system and method embodiments are provided to enhance image quality in three primary and multiprimary display systems.

Abstract: An exit opening (78) in a cartridge (22) is alignable with an opening (48) in a housing (32) for communication to an external drain. The cartridge and the housing have positions of final secured and initial unsecured interconnections, when openings (78, 48) are respectively aligned and unaligned. A lever (52) is swivelably secured to the housing bottom wall (46), whose cap (54) can close housing exit tube (28); a projection (56) is engageable with the cartridge for effecting the closure when the housing and cartridge openings (48, 78) are not aligned. Three L-shaped keyways (60) in the housing interior mate with three keyways (82) in the cartridge, and have corrugated surfaces to provide a ratcheted secure connection between the cartridge and the housing when in the secure connection. A tool (92) is used to insert and to remove the cartridge into and from the housing.