Abstract: A web-based method used over the internet to select a particular type and measurement of a unit package, then pricing a display stand to carry a plurality of such pre-selected unit packages. The computer user, after connecting to the web site and installation of the appropriate software, can select a particular type of hanging unit package having pre-selected dimensions, then determine the number of such unit packages that can be mounted to a display rack panel. The panel and display hook can then be ordered over the internet.

Abstract: A temperature sensor for measuring a temperature of a substrate in a thermal processing chamber is described. The chamber includes a reflector forming a reflecting cavity with a substrate when the substrate is positioned in the chamber. The temperature sensor includes a probe having an input end positioned to receive radiation from the reflecting cavity, and a detector optically coupled to an output end of the probe. The radiation entering the probe includes reflected radiation and non-reflected radiation. The detector measures an intensity of a first portion of the radiation entering the probe to generate a first intensity signal and measures an intensity of a second portion of the radiation entering the probe to generate a second intensity signal. The detector is configured so that a ratio of the reflected radiation to the non-reflected radiation is higher in the first portion than the second portion. The two intensity signals are used to calculate the temperature and emissivity of the substrate.

Abstract: A process for preparing a nanocrystalline material comprising at least a first ion and at least a second ion different from the first ion, and wherein at least the first ion is a metal ion, is described. The process comprises contacting a metal complex comprising the first ion and the second ion with a dispersing medium suitable to form the nanocrystalline material and wherein the dispersing medium is at a temperature to allow formation by pyrolysis of the nanocrystalline material when contacted with the metal complex.

Abstract: A temperature sensor for measuring a temperature of a substrate in a thermal processing chamber is described. The chamber includes a reflector forming a reflecting cavity with a substrate when the substrate is positioned in the chamber. The temperature sensor includes a probe having an input end positioned to receive radiation from the reflecting cavity, and a detector optically coupled to an output end of the probe. The radiation entering the probe includes reflected radiation and non-reflected radiation. The detector measures an intensity of a first portion of the radiation entering the probe to generate a first intensity signal and measures an intensity of a second portion of the radiation entering the probe to generate a second intensity signal. The detector is configured so that a ratio of the reflected radiation to the non-reflected radiation is higher in the first portion than the second portion. The two intensity signals are used to calculate the temperature and emissivity of the substrate.

Abstract: A process for preparing a nanocrystalline material comprising at least a first ion and at least a second ion different from the first ion, and wherein at least the first ion is a metal ion, is described. The process comprises contacting a metal complex comprising the first ion and the second ion with a dispersing medium suitable to form the nanocrystalline material and wherein the dispersing medium is at a temperature to allow formation by pyrolysis of the nanocrystalline material when contacted with the metal complex.

Abstract: A temperature sensor for measuring a temperature of a substrate in a thermal processing chamber is described. The chamber includes a reflector forming a reflecting cavity with a substrate when the substrate is positioned in the chamber. The temperature sensor includes a probe having an input end positioned to receive radiation from the reflecting cavity, and a detector optically coupled to an output end of the probe. The radiation entering the probe includes reflected radiation and non-reflected radiation. The detector measures an intensity of a first portion of the radiation entering the probe to generate a first intensity signal and measures an intensity of a second portion of the radiation entering the probe to generate a second intensity signal. The detector is configured so that a ratio of the reflected radiation to the non-reflected radiation is higher in the first portion than the second portion. The two intensity signals are used to calculate the temperature and emissivity of the substrate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a computer system and more particularly to a computer system which allows option controller cards for various input/output (I/O) devices to be added on the motherboard at minimum cost.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a computer system and more particularly to a computer system which allows option controller cards for various input/output (I/O) devices to be added on the motherboard at minimum cost.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a computer system and more particularly to a computer system which allows option controller cards for various input/output (I/O) devices to be added on the motherboard at minimum cost.

Abstract: Manual insertion of hardware jumpers to configure I/O device selection and addressing is eliminated through the implementation of specialized hardware which allows for program control over several addressing paths. A register file is utilized within a programmable device to configure demultiplexers and multiplexers which map I/O address control line signals to set up various communication paths for address I/O exchanges. I/O configuration is entirely removed from add-on cards through the use of the programmable device. Accordingly, such add-on cards only require minimum circuitry, thus facilitating the use of miniature or baby cards as option cards which are much smaller than standard add-on cards.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method and apparatus to provide a write only register that is implemented with a low cost device yet provides the means whereby the register may be read, glitch free, using a predetermined procedure.

Abstract: This invention relates to a system for providing programmable configuration protection of a programmable Input/Output device. By configuration protection, it is meant that the programming options of an I/O controller can be set in accordance to a given environment, and then by use of a programming controlled signal, prevent the changing of the programmed environment or remove those programmed options considered unsafe in the now secured environment.

Abstract: A display rack having interconnecting sides, back and bottom. The back has a plurality of spaced slots in vertically and horizontally aligned rows. Trays are provided which connect to the back and the side walls. The same slots can be used to hold the trays in position or support fixtures having products suspended therefrom.

Abstract: A display hook and rack combination. The rack has a plurality of spaced openings into which the support fingers of a hook may be inserted. The rack has spaced protrusions thereon associated with the spaced openings and engaging the face plate of the hook providing support and stabilization to the hook so that it cannot be easily dislodged when a product, suspended on the hook, is removed therefrom.

Abstract: A display rack having interconnecting sides, back and bottom. The back has a plurality of spaced slots in vertically and horizontally aligned rows. Trays are provided which connect to the back and the side walls. The same slots can be used to hold the trays in position or support fixtures having products suspended therefrom.

Abstract: Lithium titanate is made by heating to a temperature of at least 715 C., powder form lithium carbonate and titanium dioxide while mixing, for instance in a rotary kiln. The product is formulated into extended release oral pharmaceutical compositions. Lithium ions are released by zero order rate characteristics from the compositions. The composition can have increased density to extend retention in the stomach. The compositions are used for treatment of manic depressive illness.

Abstract: An ejector mechanism (10, 110, 210) is disclosed for use with a connector apparatus which includes a housing (12, 112, 212) into which an IC pack is loaded and from which it is ejected. The three part ejector mechanism also includes a one-piece eject lever (14, 114, 214) and a one-piece actuator (16, 116, 216). The eject lever is pivotally mounted on the housing for ejecting the IC pack from the housing. The actuator is movably mounted within an integrally molded channel (34, 138, 234) on the housing and is engageable with the eject lever to effect actuation thereof. Complementary interengaging portions of the housing, the eject lever and the actuator cooperate to effect the relative movements therebetween without the need of extraneous components.

Abstract: A display tube having a hollow elongated upright main body portion with a plurality of spaced slots for receiving display hooks therein. A plurality of hinged foldable flaps are provided at the top and bottom of the main body portion. Each flap has a first portion that folds about a second portion, the second portion then folding again into the interior of the main body portion. These flaps portions have cut out sections so that, when the flaps are so folded, a plurality of spaced cutout areas are provided about the inner periphery of the main body portion. An insert or panel can be inserted into the interior of the main body portion after folding the flaps. A hole in the insert can receive a pole of a rotatable stand therethrough.

Abstract: A knockdown display stand for presenting a display board in a generally upright position. The board is retained to the stand but quickly and easily removable therefrom. The stand has a pair of spaced Y-shaped base members, the shorter legs resting on the floor with the longer leg upright. A tube interconnects the two spaced base members and the uprights each have vertical channels for receiving the board therein.

Abstract: An ejector mechanism (10, 110, 210) is disclosed for use with a connector apparatus which includes a housing (12, 112, 212) into which an IC pack is loaded and from which it is ejected. The three part ejector mechanism also includes a one-piece eject lever (14, 114, 214) and a one-piece actuator (16, 116, 216). The eject lever is pivotally mounted on the housing for ejecting the IC pack from the housing. The actuator is movably mounted within an integrally molded channel (34, 138, 234) on the housing and is engageable with the eject lever to effect actuation thereof. Complementary interengaging portions of the housing, the eject lever and the actuator cooperate to effect the relative movements therebetween without the need of extraneous components.