Abstract: A directional antenna system is disclosed in which a plurality of RF nodes are provided for cooperatively forming a directional antenna array for transmitting and receiving wireless signals between a wireless client at a predetermined position in space. One or more network interface assemblies are provided for exchanging signals between the plurality of RF nodes and a network. Preferably, the plurality of RF nodes are distributed in space with respect to each other and the network interface assembly The network interface includes a beamformer for applying a plurality of antenna weighting factors to the respective RF nodes, for introducing phase differences in the respective transmitted and received wireless signals that produce a directional steering vector for the wireless signals.

Abstract: A method of enhancing the survival of neuronal cells in a mammal, the cells being at risk of dying, the method comprising administering to the mammal an effective amount of one of the following substances: IGF-I; a functional derivative of IGF-I; IGF-II; a functional derivative of IGF-II; IGF-III; or a functional derivative of IGF-III.

Abstract: A method of enhancing the survival of neuronal cells in a mammal, the cells being at risk of dying, the method comprising administering to the mammal an effective amount of one of the following substances: IGF-I; a functional derivative of IGF-I; IGF-II; a functional derivative of IGF-II; IGF-III; or a functional derivative of IGF-III.

Abstract: An apparatus for prevention of corrosion in metal objects uses a capacitively coupled fastener or pad attached to a metal body being protected from corrosion. The metal body and the negative terminal of a source of DC voltage (battery) are grounded. The positive terminal of the source of DC voltage is connected to electronic circuitry that imparts pulses of low voltage DC through the capacitor to the fastener. These pulses of electrical current inhibit the oxidation of the metal object by providing a source of electrons to the oxidizing chemicals in contact with the metal. The electronic circuitry includes a reverse voltage protector to prevent the application of reverse source voltage. The circuitry also includes a power conditioner to supply a constant DC voltage to a microprocessor. The microprocessor generates pulses of DC signals that are amplified by a pulse amplifier and imparted to the conductive facing of the pad. For larger objects, a first and second cable are attached to a metal object.

Abstract: An apparatus for prevention of corrosion in metal objects uses a capacitively coupled fastener or pad attached to a metal body being protected from corrosion. The metal body and the negative terminal of a source of DC voltage (battery) are grounded. The positive terminal of the source of DC voltage is connected to electronic circuitry that imparts pulses of low voltage DC through the capacitor to the fastener. These pulses of electrical current inhibit the oxidation of the metal object by providing a source of electrons to the oxidizing chemicals in contact with the metal. The electronic circuitry includes a reverse voltage protector to prevent the application of reverse source voltage. The circuitry also includes a power conditioner to supply a constant DC voltage to a microprocessor. The microprocessor generates pulses of DC signals that are amplified by a pulse amplifier and imparted to the conductive facing of the pad. The invention also includes a battery voltage monitor and a power indicator.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method for promoting retinal neuronal survival in a mammal, wherein the neuronal cells are at risk of dying. The method comprises administering to the mammal an effective dose of at least one of the following substances: IGF-I; a functional derivative of IGF-I; IGF-II; or a functional derivative of IGF-II.

Abstract: An apparatus for prevention of corrosion in metal objects uses a pad having a conductive facing, a dielectric substrate and an adhesive, attached to a metal body being protected from corrosion. The metal body and the negative terminal of a source of DC voltage (battery) are grounded. The positive terminal of the source of DC voltage is connected to electronic circuitry that imparts pulses of low voltage DC to the conductive facing of the pad. These pulses of electrical current inhibit the oxidation of the metal object by providing a source of electrons to the oxidizing chemicals in contact with the metal. The electronic circuitry includes a reverse voltage protector to prevent the application of reverse source voltage. The circuitry also includes a power conditioner to supply a constant DC voltage to a microprocessor. The microprocessor generates pulses of DC signals that are amplified by a pulse amplifier and imparted to the conductive facing of the pad.

Abstract: A method of enhancing the survival of neuronal cells in a mammal, the cells being at risk of dying, the method comprising administering to the mammal an effective amount of one of the following substances: IGF-I; a functional derivative of IGF-I; IGF-II; a functional derivative of IGF-II; IGF-III; or a functional derivative of IGF-III.

Abstract: The invention features novel derivatives of K-252a, as well as novel bis-N-substituted derivatives of staurosporine. The invention also features a method for treating diseased neuronal cells involving the administration of either the novel staurosporine derivatives or specified functional derivatives of K-252a.

Abstract: The invention features novel derivatives of K-252a, as well as novel bis-N-substituted derivatives of staurosporine. The invention also features a method for treating diseased neuronal cells involving the administration of either the novel staurosporine derivatives or specified functional derivatives of K-252a.

Abstract: A method of enhancing the survival of neuronal cells in a mammal, the cells being at risk of dying, the method comprising administering to the mammal an effective amount of at least one of the following substances: IGF-I; a functional derivative of IGF-I; IGF-II; a functional derivative of IGF-II; IGF-III; or a functional derivative of IGF-III.

Abstract: A method of enhancing the survival of neuronal cells in a mammal, the cells being at risk of dying, the method including the step of administering to the mammal one of the following substances: IGF-I; a functional derivative of IGF-I; IGF-II; a functional derivative of IGF-II; IGF-III; or a functional derivative of IGF-III.

Abstract: The invention features a method of using insulin-like growth factor-I (IGF-I) or insulin-like growth factor-III (IGF-III) to prevent or treat peripheral neuropathy in a mammal.

Abstract: The invention features a method of using insulin-like growth factor-I (IGF-I) or insulin-like growth factor-III (IGF-III) to prevent or treat peripheral neuropathy in a mammal.

Abstract: The invention features novel derivatives of K-252a, as well as novel bis-N-substituted derivatives of staurosporine. The invention also features a method for treating diseased neuronal cells involving the administration of either the novel staurosporine derivatives or specified functional derivatives of K-252a.

Abstract: The invention features novel derivatives of K-252a, as well as novel bis-N-substituted derivatives of staurosporine. The invention also features a method for treating diseased neuronal cells involving the administration of either the novel staurosporine derivatives or specified functional derivatives of K-252a.

Abstract: A watthour meter mounting apparatus, such as a socket, socket adapter and the like, has a safety shield completely enclosing the jaw contacts of the apparatus. Slots are formed in the safety shield to allow the insertion of a watthour meter blade terminal therethrough into connection with the jaw contacts. In one embodiment, a socket adapter housing includes front and back plates which are joined together and form a cavity therebetween in which the jaw terminals and the electrical conductors are disposed. Raised receptacles formed in the first plate loosely receive the jaw contacts mounted on one end of the conductors. In another embodiment, an insulating housing is mounted over the jaw contacts in a socket or socket adapter, with slots formed in the housing to allow the insertion of a watthour meter blade terminal therethrough into a jaw contact disposed within the housing.

Abstract: A watthour meter mounting apparatus, such as a socket, socket adapter and the like, has a flash shield completely enclosing the jaw contacts of the apparatus. Slots are formed in the flash shield to allow the insertion of a watthour meter blade terminal therethrough into connection with the jaw contacts. In one embodiment, a socket adapter housing includes front and back plates which are joined together and form a cavity therebetween in which the jaw terminals and the electrical conductors are disposed. Raised receptacles formed in the first plate loosely receive the jaw contacts mounted on one end of the conductors. In another embodiment, an insulating housing is mounted over the jaw contacts in a socket or socket adapter, with slots formed in the housing to allow the insertion of a watthour meter blade terminal therethrough into a jaw contact disposed within the housing.

Abstract: The invention features a method of using insulin-like growth factor-I (IGF-I) or insulin-like growth factor-III (IGF-III) to prevent or treat peripheral neuropathy in a mammal.

Abstract: The invention features novel derivatives of K-252a, as well as novel bis-N-substituted derivatives of staurosporine. Also, a method for treating diseased neuronal cells involving the administration of either the novel staurosporine derivatives or specified functional derivatives of K-252a.