Abstract: An exercise machine has resilient elongate members for providing balanced resistance in the form of elongate resilient members oriented horizontally such that the intermediate portion of the elongate members contact a fulcrum of the exercise machine. The user adjusts the amount of resistance provided by capturing different combinations and members of resilient elongate members. A cable and pulley system ensures a long stroke so that the user can perform a wide variety of exercises in comfortable positions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a strength training exercise device that can be packaged in a substantially pre-assembled manner and that can be reoriented between a packaged position and a use position without the use of tools. The strength training device includes a frame, a resistance assembly, at least one exercise station, and a cable and pulley system linking the resistance assembly to the at least one exercise station. The frame includes a base portion having a stability member that can be moved between a packaged position and a use position. Similarly, an exercise station can be moved between a packaged position and a use position to facilitate packaging and shipping of the strength training device in a substantially pre-assembled manner. The cable and pulley system can link the resistance assembly to the at least one exercise station when the strength training device is in the packaged position.

Abstract: A sports training device is provided that conveys a perceptible cue to a user indicative of a weight transfer event for evaluating timing correctness of such weight transfer event. The device includes an enclosure having a base chamber defined therein and top wall upon which a user stands or places a foot during use. The enclosure flexes or deforms during use, while an amount of user weight supported by the enclosure changes. As the enclosure flexes or deforms, the device conveys the perceptible cue as an audible and/or visual indication of, e.g., the initiate of the weight transfer event.

Abstract: A composite overwrapped pressure vessel is provided which includes a composite overwrapping material including fibers disposed in a resin matrix. At least first and second kinds of fibers are used. These fibers typically have characteristics of high strength and high toughness to provide impact resistance with increased pressure handling capability and low weight. The fibers are applied to form a pressure vessel using wrapping or winding techniques with winding angles varied for specific performance characteristics. The fibers of different kinds are dispersed in a single layer of winding or wound in distinct separate layers. Layers of fabric comprised of such fibers are interspersed between windings for added strength or impact resistance. The weight percentages of the high toughness and high strength materials are varied to provide specified impact resistance characteristics. The resin matrix is formed with prepregnated fibers or through wet winding. The vessels are formed with or without liners.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus with a single resistant rod configured to provide resistance for use in exercise and an electronic weight selector mechanism for use with a resistance rod having a variable resistance system and an electronic weight selector control. The variable resistance system includes a cable and pulley system that compounds the force exerted by the user on the cable and pulley system allowing the user a greater extension length per unit length the resistance rod is displaced. The variable resistance system includes a lever arm having an adjustable effective length to change the amount of resistance by changing the mechanical advantage provided by the lever arm. The electronic weight selector control including program exercise routines which assist the user in exercise by providing desired patterns, amounts of resistance, numbers of sets and repetitions, and combinations of exercises to be performed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a strength training exercise device that can be packaged in a substantially pre-assembled manner and that can be reoriented between a packaged position and a use position without the use of tools. The strength training device includes a frame, a resistance assembly, at least one exercise station, and a cable and pulley system linking the resistance assembly to the at least one exercise station. The frame includes a base portion having a stability member that can be moved between a packaged position and a use position. Similarly, an exercise station can be moved between a packaged position and a use position to facilitate packaging and shipping of the strength training device in a substantially pre-assembled manner. The cable and pulley system can link the resistance assembly to the at least one exercise station when the strength training device is in the packaged position.

Abstract: An exercise machine has resilient elongate members for providing balanced resistance in the form of elongate resilient members oriented horizontally such that the intermediate portion of the elongate members contact a fulcrum of the exercise machine. The user adjusts the amount of resistance provided by capturing different combinations and members of resilient elongate members. A cable and pulley system ensures a long stroke so the user can perform a wide variety of exercises in comfortable positions.

Abstract: An exercise machine has resilient elongate members for providing balanced resistance in the form of elongate resilient members oriented horizontally such that the intermediate portion of the elongate members contact a fulcrum of the exercise machine. The user adjusts the amount of resistance provided by capturing different combinations and numbers of resilient elongate members. A cable and pulley system ensures a long stroke so that the use can perform a wide variety of exercises in comfortable positions.

Abstract: A mobile barrier for use in wind control, reduction of blowing litter and suspension and transport of airborne contaminants with applications in areas of landfill maintenance, agriculture, erosion control, and snow control is described. The mobile barrier is a large mesh panel supported in an orientation which is at a slight angle to the vertcial. The panel is supported using a pair of upright members which extend upward from a base which is freestanding. A vertically adjustable lifting boom is also supported by the upright members, and is used to secure the mobile barrier to lifting machinery for purposes of transport. Further, a system for controlling the spread of wind-borne contaminants will be described which includes a mobile barrier in combination with a misting device.

Abstract: A resistor structure is disclosed that is constructed out of two layers of polysilicon. The intrinsic device is made using the top layer which is either a dedicated deposition, or formed as part of an existing process step such as a base epi growth in a BiCMOS flow. This poly layer can be made with a relatively high (greater than 2000 ohms per square) sheet resistance by appropriate scaling of the implant dose or by insitu doping methods. In this invention this layer is arranged to be about 1000 A or less thick. Such a resistor form with this thickness has been shown to demonstrate a better standard deviation of resistance compared to resistors made with a thicker layer. Additionally, practical resistors made in elongated forms demonstrate better standard deviations of resistance when five bends were incorporated into the form. The resistor ends are formed by the addition of a bottom poly layer in a self aligned manner with a deposition that may already be part of the process sequence.

Abstract: A mobile barrier for use in wind control, reduction of blowing litter and suspension and transport of airborne contaminants with applications in areas of landfill maintenance, agriculture, erosion control, and snow control is described. The mobile barrier is a large mesh panel supported in an orientation that is at a slight angle to the vertical. The panel is supported using a pair of upright members that extend upward from a base which is freestanding. A vertically adjustable lifting boom is also supported by the upright members, and is used to secure the mobile barrier to lifting machinery for purposes of transport. Further, a system for controlling the spread of wind-borne contaminants will be described which includes a mobile barrier in combination with a misting device.

Abstract: A combined anaerobic and aerobic exercise system comprises a multi-part frame, for example a telescoping frame, or a pivoting frame. The aerobic system may include an elliptical exercise device, while the anaerobic system may include a cable-based system wherein resistance is adjustable. An electronic console system at the exercise system allows a user to view progress in both anaerobic and aerobic workouts, and to send input signals that adjust anaerobic and aerobic resistance mechanisms.

Abstract: The present invention relates to exercise apparatuses having a resistance assembly which utilizes a compression spring in combination with a differential resistance arm to regulate the amount of resistance provided to the user for use in exercise. The resistance assembly of the present invention utilizes a compression spring, gas shock, or other known resistance mechanisms. The differential resistance arm is provided in connection with the compression spring to regulate the amount of resistance provided for use during exercise. The differential resistance arm includes a differential contact surface which has a substantially curved configuration. The curved configuration maintains a linear increase/decrease in resistance subsequent to input from a user increasing or decreasing the resistance.

Abstract: A composite overwrapped pressure vessel is provided which includes a composite overwrapping material including fibers disposed in a resin matrix. At least first and second kinds of fibers are used. These fibers typically have characteristics of high strength and high toughness to provide impact resistance with increased pressure handling capability and low weight. The fibers are applied to form a pressure vessel using wrapping or winding techniques with winding angles varied for specific performance characteristics. The fibers of different kinds are dispersed in a single layer of winding or wound in distinct separate layers. Layers of fabric comprised of such fibers are interspersed between windings for added strength or impact resistance. The weight percentages of the high toughness and high strength materials are varied to provide specified impact resistance characteristics. The resin matrix is formed with prepregnated fibers or through wet winding. The vessels are formed with or without liners.

Abstract: Viewing of representations of a portion of the domain model is permitted, based on simple criteria, with those representations reflecting the application of all rules within the domain model, and translating all manipulations of the representation back to corresponding alterations of the domain model, triggering further changes based on domain rules.

Abstract: A system and method for managing the installation of equipment, machines or systems. The system comprises tools that are operable to develop and manage an installation plan. The installation plan provides a timetable for the performance of installation tasks. The installation plan may be developed and managed using an information system that is accessible via a network or using a portable remote unit. The method comprises using the tools to develop and manage the installation plan.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus with a single resistant rod configured to provide resistance for use in exercise and an electronic weight selector mechanism for use with a resistance rod having a variable resistance system and an electronic selector control. The weight selector control includes a bi-directional control and a plurality of indicia. The bi-directional control allows the user to change the amount of resistance provided by the single resilient elongate rod in combination with the variable resistance system. The plurality of indicia allows the user to monitor the amount and direction of change in resistance while operating the bi-directional control.

Abstract: A resistor structure is disclosed that is constructed out of two layers of polysilicon. The intrinsic device is made using the top layer which is either a dedicated deposition, or formed as part of an existing process step such as a base epi growth in a BiCMOS flow. This poly layer can be made with a relatively high (greater than 2000 ohms per square) sheet resistance by appropriate scaling of the implant dose or by insitu doping methods. In this invention this layer is arranged to be about 1000 A or less thick. Such a resistor form with this thickness has been shown to demonstrate a better standard; deviation of resistance compared to resistors made with a thicker layer. Additionally, practical resistors made in elongated forms demonstrate better standard deviations of resistance when five bends were incorporated into the form. The resistor ends are formed by the addition of a bottom poly layer in a self aligned manner with a deposition that may already be part of the process sequence.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus with a single resistant rod configured to provide resistance for use in exercise and an electronic weight selector mechanism for use with a resistance rod having a variable resistance system and an electronic weight selector control. The variable resistance system includes a cable and pulley system that compounds the force exerted by the user on the cable and pulley system allowing the user a greater extension length per unit length the resistance rod is displaced. The variable resistance system includes a lever arm having an adjustable effective length to change the amount of resistance by changing the mechanical advantage provided by the lever arm. The electronic weight selector control including program exercise routines which assist the user in exercise by providing desired patterns, amounts of resistance, numbers of sets and repetitions, and combinations of exercises to be performed.

Abstract: A system, method and computer program product are disclosed for generating a customized course curriculum. In accordance with one embodiment, a plurality of questions are presented to an end user. Answers to the questions received from the end user are analyzed to identify one or more skills and to rank the identified skills. Each skill has one or more courses associated therewith. A list of the courses associated with the identified skills is generated with courses ordered in the list based on the ranking of their associated identified skills. The list of courses is then presented to the end user.