Abstract: According to an embodiment of the present invention, an automated computer implemented method and system for implementing a digital application architecture comprising: a first co-location comprising: a first pod that supports a first subset of users; the first pod comprising a plurality of designated processing lanes, where a first processing lane supports a first business function, a second processing lane supports a second business function; and a third processing lane supports a third remote business function across a network; a second pod that supports a second subset of users; and a failover pod that supports one or more other pods from a second co-location; and an enterprise that replicates data for the first subset of users and the second subset of users and transmits the replicated data to the first co-location.

Abstract: According to an embodiment of the present invention, an automated computer implemented method and system for implementing a network architecture comprising: a first co-location comprising: a first pod that supports a first subset of users; a second pod that support a second subset of user; a first failover pod that supports one or more other pods from a second co-location and one or more other pods from a third co-location during failover mode; the second co-location comprising: a third pod that supports a third subset of users; a fourth pod that supports a fourth subset of users; a second failover pod that supports one or more other pods at the first co-location and one or more pods from another co-location during failover mode; and an enterprise entity that replicates data for each of the co-locations and communicates the replicated data to the first co-location and the second co-location.

Abstract: A nuclear fuel assembly having a bottom nozzle with protrusions that extend from the upstream (lower or fluid entry) and downstream (upper or fluid exit) side of a horizontally supported perforated flow plate. The protrusions have a funnel-like shape that gradually decreases the lateral flow area on the upstream side of the perforated flow plate and gradually increases the lateral flow area on the downstream side of the perforated plate. The protrusions on the downstream side are preferably recessed to accommodate the ends of the fuel rods.

Abstract: A nuclear fuel assembly having a bottom nozzle with protrusions that extend from the upstream (lower or fluid entry) and downstream (upper or fluid exit) side of a horizontally supported perforated flow plate. The protrusions have a funnel-like shape that gradually decreases the lateral flow area on the upstream side of the perforated flow plate and gradually increases the lateral flow area on the downstream side of the perforated plate. The protrusions on the downstream side are preferably recessed to accommodate the ends of the fuel rods.

Abstract: According to an embodiment of the present invention, an automated computer implemented method and system for implementing a digital application architecture comprising: a first co-location comprising: a first pod that supports a first subset of users; the first pod comprising a plurality of designated processing lanes, where a first processing lane supports a first business function, a second processing lane supports a second business function; and a third processing lane supports a third remote business function across a network; a second pod that supports a second subset of users; and a failover pod that supports one or more other pods from a second co-location; and an enterprise that replicates data for the first subset of users and the second subset of users and transmits the replicated data to the first co-location.

Abstract: According to an embodiment of the present invention, an automated computer implemented method and system for implementing a network architecture comprising: a first co-location comprising: a first pod that supports a first subset of users; a second pod that support a second subset of user; a first failover pod that supports one or more other pods from a second co-location and one or more other pods from a third co-location during failover mode; the second co-location comprising: a third pod that supports a third subset of users; a fourth pod that supports a fourth subset of users; a second failover pod that supports one or more other pods at the first co-location and one or more pods from another co-location during failover mode; and an enterprise entity that replicates data for each of the co-locations and communicates the replicated data to the first co-location and the second co-location.

Abstract: A soft pivot dimple nuclear fuel assembly grid that utilizes a “dog bone” shaped window cutout and radius coining of edges perpendicular to coolant flow, to reduce the susceptibility of fuel rod leaking during the reactor operation. Radius coining allows the fuel rod to smoothly transition over the radiused edge to the flat rod contact section of the dimple. The symmetric “dog bone” shape enables the dimple to pivot during rod loading resulting in improved alignment between the dimple and the fuel rod, thereby minimizing scratching. The “dog bone” shape also allows for a large contact area dimple to be softer than a typical dimple which reduces contact stresses and fretting wear during reactor operations.

Abstract: A soft pivot dimple nuclear fuel assembly grid that utilizes a “dog bone” shaped window cutout and radius coining of edges perpendicular to coolant flow, to reduce the susceptibility of fuel rod leaking during the reactor operation. Radius coining allows the fuel rod to smoothly transition over the radiused edge to the flat rod contact section of the dimple. The symmetric “dog bone” shape enables the dimple to pivot during rod loading resulting in improved alignment between the dimple and the fuel rod, thereby minimizing scratching. The “dog bone” shape also allows for a large contact area dimple to be softer than a typical dimple which reduces contact stresses and fretting wear during reactor operations.

Abstract: A method and system for testing the logic of a complex digital circuit containing embedded memory arrays. One embodiment provides for a process which first creates a model for the memory array in the circuit. Next, the memory array is loaded with values representing the model. For example, the memory array may be modeled as a wire by loading each memory location with its address. In this fashion, the data output of the memory array will be equal to the input address. Next a test pattern is generated, based upon the model of the memory array. The memory array is prevented from being written while the test pattern is scanned into the circuit. In this fashion, the output of the memory array is predictable and the output of the circuit may be monitored to determine if the combinational logic has any defects.

Abstract: Disclosed is a process for the preparation of a pigment dispersion starting with a tank flushed pigment that is continuously fed into a twin screw extruder, washed and dried by vacuum to get a desirable product.

Abstract: A multiple shaft seal arrangement positioned between a shaft and an inside diameter surface of an aperture in a wall. The multiple shaft seal arrangement has a flinger attached to the shaft with a face seal mounted to the flinger. A double lip oil seal is mounted to the inside diameter of the aperture. The flinger is positioned such that the face seal is pressed against the double lip oil seal. Accordingly, rotation of the shaft causes rotation of the flinger and face seal. This centrifugally throws contaminants, such as particulate matter, away from the aperture. The void between the face seal and the inside diameter of the aperture is filled with grease or similar substance. The combination of these elements greatly prohibits debris, moisture, particulate matter or other environmental elements from passing from one side of the multiple shaft seal arrangement to the other.

Abstract: A mounting system for a speed reducer having a housing with a rotatable input drive coupled with the housing and a gear train coupled with the input to drive an output. The mounting system has a cylinder having an inner and outer surface and two ends. The outer surface includes a portion adapted to couple with the drive train. The outer surface at both ends may have a threaded portion or another securement portion. The inner surface may be tapered from both the ends such that the tapers are substantially symmetrical about the cylinder. A bushing ring, with an internal diameter, may include threads to threadily connect with either threaded end of the output cylinder, or another type of securement may be used. A bushing, which includes a flange and a cylindrical portion, is adapted to couple with the bushing ring. The flange portion couples with the bushing ring on either side of the output cylinder.

Abstract: Disclosed is a process for the preparation of a pigment dispersion starting with a tank flushed pigment that is continuously fed into a twin screw extruder, washed and dried by vacuum to get a desirable product.

Abstract: A multiple shaft seal arrangement positioned between a shaft and an inside diameter surface of an aperture in a wall. The multiple shaft seal arrangement has a flinger attached to the shaft with a face seal mounted to the flinger. A double lip oil seal is mounted to the inside diameter of the aperture. The flinger is positioned such that the face seal is pressed against the double lip oil seal. Accordingly, rotation of the shaft causes rotation of the flinger and face seal. This centrifugally throws contaminants, such as particulate matter, away from the aperture. The void between the face seal and the inside diameter of the aperture is filled with grease or similar substance. The combination of these elements greatly prohibits debris, moisture, particulate matter or other environmental elements from passing from one side of the multiple shaft seal arrangement to the other.

Abstract: A shaft has a seal journal with a plurality of raised spherical bumps. These microscopic spherical bumps provide a smooth, edge-free contact surface for the seal which is positioned around the seal journal of the shaft. The valleys or spaces between these bumps serve to retain lubricant, thereby promoting hydrodynamic lubrication between the seal and seal journal, reducing friction and reducing or eliminating wear on the seal.

Abstract: A mounting system for a speed reducer having a housing with a rotatable input drive coupled with the housing and a gear train coupled with the input to drive an output. The mounting system has a cylinder having an inner and outer surface and two ends. The outer surface includes a portion adapted to couple with the drive train. The outer surface at both ends may have a threaded portion or another securement portion. The inner surface may be tapered from both the ends such that the tapers are substantially symmetrical about the cylinder. A bushing ring, with an internal diameter, may include threads to threadily connect with either threaded end of the output cylinder, or another type of securement may be used. A bushing, which includes a flange and a cylindrical portion, is adapted to couple with the bushing ring. The flange portion couples with the bushing ring on either side of the output cylinder.

Abstract: A wagering game which utilizes a playing surface, such as a table, at which there is a single dealer and up to six players. The playing surface includes indicia similar to the indicia utilized in a casino crap table A dealer draws from a deck of cards which only includes an equal plurality of aces through six. Preferably, each deck contain fifty-two of each type of card making a total of three-hundred and twelve cards. A pair of cards is drawn the face value of which determines the number accomplished by the draw. This number is the equivalent of the number that would result from the throw of a pair of dice. Rules similar to that of a casino crap game determine the play of the game and the winning and losing numbers. In a preferred embodiment, an automatic continuous shuffling machine includes the cards that have been drawn so that the ultimate playing odds are not affected by a diminution of the deck through discarded drawn cards.

Abstract: An effective seal for protecting a touchscreen and associated electronics from liquid infiltration, the seal being placed between the housing and the surface of the touchscreen and configured to surround the useful touchscreen area. The seal is preferably formed of a closed cell foam covered on the surface which contacts the touchscreen surface with a liquid impervious barrier, or an expanded polymer such as expanded PTFE. The seal may be secured to the bezel edge by a transfer adhesive coating applied to the bezel edge, except for a relatively thin edge strip along the inner edge of the bezel end, so that substantially no adhesive is present on a free surface of the seal body proximate to the window aperture of the bezel. Preferably, a smooth surface is provided for adhering the seal body to the bezel. The seal body may be compressed between the bezel and touchscreen surface to effect a seal.

Abstract: A transparent and impervious sphere containing encapsulated within the elronics and power source for providing non-visible infrared illumination and communication in various military and non-military applications and denied-access environments. The illumination and communication light source is invisible infrared provided by light emitting diodes mounted near and equally spaced about the circumference of each of two orthogonally intersecting circular-shaped and fully encapsulated printed circuit boards. The autonomous encapsulated power source is rechargeable using an inductively coupled probe introduced to a port in the sphere. An external magnet operates encapsulated magnetic field switches to change mode of operation of the invention, including "ON", "OFF", CONTINUOUS, STROBE, and Morse modes, and to change the Morse coding.

Abstract: An underwater night vision apparatus employing a night vision device for enhancing images illuminated solely by ambient light and an LED illuminator for provision of invisible infrared light to supplement ambient light. A catadioptric lens is used to increase optical efficiency and becomes the cover of a recessed compartment in the apparatus and in the optical path between the lens and the night vision device. The compartment fills with non-turbid seawater when the lens is changed underwater. The entrapped seawater constitutes a lens which contributes to the overall image enhancement.