Abstract: A compound of the formula ##STR1## wherein R is a) phenyl; phenyl(C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkoxy); phenoxy; or benzyl; the phenyl ring of each substituent being optionally substituted with one or more of halogen, nitro, C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 alkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 alkoxy, C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 haloalkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 haloalkoxy, di(C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 alkyl)amino, phenyl or phenoxy; or b) a 5- or 6-membered heterocyclic group comprising 1-3 heteroatoms selected from the group consisting of N, O or S, optionally substituted with one or more of halogen, nitro, C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 alkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 alkoxy, C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 haloalkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 haloalkoxy, or di-(C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 alkyl)amino. These compounds and pesticidal compositions prepared therefrom, are useful as plant protecting agents for the control of insects, nematodes, and mites.

Abstract: There is disclosed an apparatus for freeze prevention protecting an irrigation system. The response of the apparatus depends on environmental conditions. At a first temperature condition, the irrigation system is shut down. At a lower temperature condition, the system remains shut down and heat is delivered to the above ground portions of the system. In the event temperatures continue to decrease, a full drainage of the above ground portion of the irrigation system will be accomplished and alarm notification will be given.

Abstract: The invention concerns triglyceride compositions useful as nutrient fats having improved digestibility. The compositions comprise:1-95 wt. % of M.sub.2 L;5-65 wt. % of ML.sub.2,M=saturated fatty acid C.sub.2 -C.sub.14 ;L=unsaturated fatty acid C.sub.18 +,35-99.5% of the total L being bonded at the 2-position.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula ##STR1## wherein: Z isa) ##STR2## wherein x is an integer from 0 to 4, n is an integer from 0 to 5 and R is defined below; orb) ##STR3## wherein n is an integer from 0 to 5 and R is defined below; R is selected from the group consisting of: hydrogen; C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl; C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkoxy; halogen; nitro; phenyl; cyano; phenoxy; benzyloxy; benzyl; C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 dialkylamino; C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkylthio; or C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 haloalkyl; andR.sup.1 is a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 haloalkyl other than a chloroalkyl, or a group of the formula ##STR4## wherein R.sup.4 is halogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 haloalkyl or C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 haloalkoxy;or physiologically acceptable salts thereof. These compounds exhibit insecticidal and acaricidal activity.

Abstract: Liquid oils with a SAFA-content of less than 5 wt % can be obtained by conversion of a fatty compound (A), preferably having a SAFA-level of more then 5 wt %, with a reactant (B), capable of forming different reaction products of the non-triglyceride type (C.sub.1, C.sub.2 etc.) having a different melting point and/or different solubility in compound (A); the SAFA-level of the end product can be controlled by separating the precipitate of the higher melting more saturated reaction-products (C.sub.1, C.sub.2 etc.) from the rest of the reaction mixture.

Abstract: A method and associated apparatus within a storage library subsystem for utilizing a single light source in combination with a single reflectivity sensor for multiple functions within the storage library subsystem. A laser light source and reflectivity sensor are mounted adjacent one another on the moveable robotic gripper hand internal to the storage library subsystem. The multiple sensing methods and apparatus of the present invention include use of the apparatus for calibrating the robotic positioning mechanisms to permit more tolerance for manufacturing variability, use of the apparatus to sense presence or absence of a magazine or cartridge within the library, and use of the apparatus for reading and decoding barcoded labels on the face of cartridges within the library. Use of a single, simple apparatus for these multiple purposes and functions permit reduction in the complexity of the library subsystem and therefore a reduction in the associated costs.

Abstract: A hose piston is disposed inside a flexible hose which is filled with fluid and movable in any direction upon hydraulic pressure. The rollers of an external device are engaged on the exterior surface of the flexible hose and are located adjacent to the midsection of the hose piston. The fluid pressure inside the flexible hose forces the hose piston to move along a given direction within the flexible hose, which in turn forces the rollers to travel in the same direction. This mechanism can transport the external device along the flexible hose.

Abstract: Triglycerides with more than 40 wt % saturated fatty acids in the 2-position contain considerable amounts of trisaturated triglycerides; these trisaturated triglycerides are removed (reduced) by performing an enzymic conversion with a source providing unsaturated C.sub.18 to C.sub.22 residues, using a 1,3-specific enzyme.

Abstract: An electrical system for controlling the supply of power to several items of electrical equipment via a power bus, an interface bus and respective connector assemblies. Each connector assembly has a connector containing a power switch connected to a monitor and an interface unit, which controls operation of the switch. The interface unit also receives configuration data about the power requirements of the respective item of equipment from a configurations code device in a mating connector on the equipment. The interface unit supplies signals to a control unit via the interface bus and receives signals from the control unit to control switching of the power switch.

Abstract: A golf club laser positioning system is utilized as a golf training device for assisting a novice or professional golfer to properly direct a golf ball in the desired path. The golf club laser positioning system comprises a golf club which has a pair of light emitters mounted within the head portion of the club and will permit the golfer to adjust the light beams depending on the distance desired and the angulation of the terrain. The light emitters transmit the light beams which intersect each other at a remote common point. The laser positioning system allows the golfer to precisely select the correct angle and position of the head portion in relation to the desired path.

Abstract: The present invention is a novel and unique 360.degree. connector system which can be used in an in-line cable to cable application, but can also be utilized in various applications such as a power tool, an extension cord, etc. The uniqueness of the 360.degree. connector system is the concave/convex longitudinal tubular surfaces and transverse circular surfaces of the male and female connectors for improved area contact, thereby creating continuity and allowing the connector system to turn around freely in a 360.degree. rotation. The essential components of the present invention 360.degree. connector system basically include a male connector and a female connector rotatably connected to each other. Both of the male and female connectors are generally made of an elastomer material, instead of the standard static material.

Abstract: The present invention is a connector shell assembly that retains both a conventional connector and a strain relief or radio jack which is attached to the extended rear end of the connector shell. The connector shell assembly also has unisex spring-load turn wheel mechanisms which do not need tools to be installed.

Abstract: The present invention is an improved needle cover assembly for a syringe. The needle cover assembly includes a first half and an opposite unequal second half with an arc shaped inner shell such that the first half encloses the arc shaped inner shell of the second half of the needle cover assembly. The arc shaped inner shell of the second half extends over the tip of the needle and the first half of the elongated cover member extends over both the arc shaped inner shell and the tip of the needle for providing double protection. The two halves of the needle cover assembly are attached to a frustum shaped base member such that a hollow hub member can be press-fitted into the frustum shaped base member. A rotatable collar surrounds the frustum shaped base member, and when the rotatable collar is rotated approximately 90.degree.

Abstract: Shoe members having spaced parallel support flanges, wherein the flanges include a row of rotatably mounted wheels therebelow which are fashioned as a roller blade structure, having a pneumatic chamber within the side wall of the shoe structure of the roller blades employing a pneumatic pump bladder mounted relative to the tongue structure of the shoe to permit selective filling of the pneumatic side wall chamber.

Abstract: The present invention is a connector shell assembly that retains both a conventional connector and a strain relief or radio jack which is attached to the extended rear end of the connector shell. The connector shell assembly also has unisex spring-load turn wheel mechanisms which do not need tools to be installed.

Abstract: The present invention is an improved needle cover assembly for a syringe. The needle cover assembly includes a first half and an opposite unequal second half with an arc shaped inner shell such that the first half encloses the arc shaped inner shell of the second half of the needle cover assembly. The arc shaped inner shell of the second half extends over the tip of the needle and the first half of the elongated cover member extends over both the arc shaped inner shell and the tip of the needle for providing double protection. The two halves of the needle cover assembly are attached to a frustum shaped base member such that a hollow hub member can be press-fitted into the frustum shaped base member. A rotatable collar surrounds the frustum shaped base member, and when the rotatable collar is rotated approximately 90.degree.