Abstract: A method and apparatus for optimizing read operations during a control sync operation on a data storage device are disclosed. The data storage device contains a management table used for mapping memory addresses to a non-volatile memory. A control sync operation makes a copy of the management table to the non-volatile memory. The control sync operation is non-blocking—the sync operation allows read and write operations in parallel with making a copy of or updating the management table. During the control sync operation, the read operations are optimized through a CUQ and an overlap range table. The CUQ may act as a temporary management table while also containing updates to be consolidated to the management table. The overlap range table is used to allow skipping searches within the CUQ by identifying then mapping entries that reside within CUQ.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for optimizing read operations during a control sync operation on a data storage device are disclosed. The data storage device contains a management table used for mapping memory addresses to a non-volatile memory. A control sync operation makes a copy of the management table to the non-volatile memory. The control sync operation is non-blocking—the sync operation allows read and write operations in parallel with making a copy of or updating the management table. During the control sync operation, the read operations are optimized through a CUQ and an overlap range table. The CUQ may act as a temporary management table while also containing updates to be consolidated to the management table. The overlap range table is used to allow skipping searches within the CUQ by identifying then mapping entries that reside within CUQ.

Abstract: A system and corresponding components for providing a virtual video patrol functionality comprised of a plurality of sensor units and a monitoring station. The sensor units are preferably deployed in a configuration such that physically adjacent sensor units have overlapping fields of view. Each sensor unit is preferably configured to generate and transmit an alert to the monitoring station upon the detection of an event. The monitoring station may request video data from a specifically addressed sensor unit as well as additional sensor units with fields of view overlapping with the specifically addressed sensor unit. Requested video data from sensor units may be processed and combined using stitching algorithms. A user input device and display in the monitoring station allows virtual panning of the combined video image. The sensor units are preferably implemented as street light sensor units combined with a street light illumination source.

Abstract: A surgical retractor and a method of minimally invasive surgery, wherein the surgical retractor includes ribs and a mechanism for microns-resolution transferring of linear and rotational movements of the ribs and wherein each rib can be easily replaced without use of any additional tools. According to an embodiment of the present invention the transmission is simpler. Likewise, an auxiliary handle is added to facilitate the insertion of the ribs into the body of the operated patient, and the vast majority of components of the surgical retractor are made with biocompatible, and FDA approved material ULTEM HU 1000 RESIN transparent (radiolucent) to X-ray radiation and are designated for single use.

Abstract: A system and corresponding components for providing a virtual video patrol functionality comprised of a plurality of sensor units and a monitoring station. The sensor units are preferably deployed in a configuration such that physically adjacent sensor units have overlapping fields of view. Each sensor unit is preferably configured to generate and transmit an alert to the monitoring station upon the detection of an event. The monitoring station may request video data from a specifically addressed sensor unit as well as additional sensor units with fields of view overlapping with the specifically addressed sensor unit. Requested video data from sensor units may be processed and combined using stitching algorithms. A user input device and display in the monitoring station allows virtual panning of the combined video image. The sensor units are preferably implemented as street light sensor units combined with a street light illumination source.

Abstract: A surgical retractor and a method of minimally invasive surgery, wherein the surgical retractor includes ribs and a mechanism for transferring of linear and rotational movements of the ribs and wherein each rib can be easily replaced without use of any additional tools. According to embodiments of the present invention, specific parts composing the surgical retractor are made of materials transparent to Röntgen rays (x-rays).

Abstract: A surgical retractor and a method of minimally invasive surgery, wherein the surgical retractor includes ribs and a mechanism for transferring of linear and rotational movements of the ribs and wherein each rib can be easily replaced without use of any additional tools. According to embodiments of the present invention, specific parts composing the surgical retractor are made of materials transparent to Röntgen rays (x-rays).

Abstract: A surgical retractor and a method of minimally invasive surgery, wherein the surgical retractor includes ribs and a mechanism for transferring of linear and rotational movements of the ribs and wherein each rib can be easily replaced without use of any additional tools.

Abstract: An improved radial expansible retractor and a method of minimally invasive surgery, by opening a channel in the brain or other soft tissue of a patient, by inserting the radial expansible retractor into the body of the patient, and by widening the channel at a continuous and gentle rate. The use of the improved radial expansible retractor renders surgical procedures, including neurosurgical procedures, shorter, less traumatic, and more reliable, reducing risk and the need for subsequent surgery and reducing recovery time. Procedures are carried out with real time monitoring of the retracted brain perfusion pressure. A plurality of improved radial expansible retractors may be used in a single operation. The improved radial expansible retractor allows access to areas of the brain previously almost impossible to access.

Abstract: A surgical retractor and a method of minimally invasive surgery, wherein the surgical retractor includes ribs and a mechanism for microns-resolution transferring of linear and rotational movements of the ribs and wherein each rib can be easily replaced without use of any additional tools. According to an embodiment of the present invention the transmission is simpler. Likewise, an auxiliary handle is added to facilitate the insertion of the ribs into the body of the operated patient, and the vast majority of components of the surgical retractor are made with biocompatible, and FDA approved material ULTEM HU 1000 RESIN transparent (radiolucent) to X-ray radiation and are designated for single use.

Abstract: A surgical retractor and a method of minimally invasive surgery, wherein the surgical retractor includes ribs and a mechanism for transferring of linear and rotational movements of the ribs and wherein each rib can be easily replaced without use of any additional tools. According to embodiments of the present invention, specific parts composing the surgical retractor are made of materials transparent to Röntgen rays (x-rays).

Abstract: A surgical retractor and a method of minimally invasive surgery, wherein the surgical retractor includes ribs and a mechanism for transferring of linear and rotational movements of the ribs and wherein each rib can be easily replaced without use of any additional tools.

Abstract: A surgical retractor and a method of minimally invasive surgery, wherein the surgical retractor includes ribs and a mechanism for transferring of linear and rotational movements of the ribs and wherein each rib can be easily replaced without use of any additional tools. According to embodiments of the present invention, specific parts composing the surgical retractor are made of materials transparent to Röntgen rays (x-rays).

Abstract: An improved radial expansible retractor and a method of minimally invasive surgery, by opening a channel in the brain or other soft tissue of a patient, by inserting the radial expansible retractor into the body of the patient, and by widening the channel at a continuous and gentle rate. The use of the improved radial expansible retractor renders surgical procedures, including neurosurgical procedures, shorter, less traumatic, and more reliable, reducing risk and the need for subsequent surgery and reducing recovery time. Procedures are carried out with real time monitoring of the retracted brain perfusion pressure. A plurality of improved radial expansible retractors may be used in a single operation. The improved radial expansible retractor allows access to areas of the brain previously almost impossible to access.