Abstract: A server federation cooperatively interacts to fulfill service requests by communicating using data structures that follow a schema in which the meaning of the communicated data is implied by the schema. Thus, in addition to the data being communicated, the meaning of the data is also communication allowing for intelligent decisions and inferences to be made based on the meaning of the data. Cooperative interaction is facilitated over a wide variety of networks by messaging through a common API that supports multiple transport mechanisms. Also, mid-session transfer between client devices is facilitated by schema and the transport-independent messaging structure. The user interfaces of the client devices will appear consistent even if the client devices have different user interface capabilities.

Abstract: A server federation cooperatively interacts to fulfill service requests by communicating using data structures that follow a schema in which the meaning of the communicated data is implied by the schema. Thus, in addition to the data being communicated, the meaning of the data is also communication allowing for intelligent decisions and inferences to be made based on the meaning of the data. Cooperative interaction is facilitated over a wide variety of networks by messaging through a common API that supports multiple transport mechanisms. Also, mid-session transfer between client devices is facilitated by schema and the transport-independent messaging structure. The user interfaces of the client devices will appear consistent even if the client devices have different user interface capabilities.

Abstract: A server federation cooperatively interacts to fulfill service requests by communicating using data structures that follow a schema in which the meaning of the communicated data is implied by the schema. Thus, in addition to the data being communicated, the meaning of the data is also communication allowing for intelligent decisions and inferences to be made based on the meaning of the data. Cooperative interaction is facilitated over a wide variety of networks by messaging through a common API that supports multiple transport mechanisms. Also, mid-session transfer between client devices is facilitated by schema and the transport-independent messaging structure. The user interfaces of the client devices will appear consistent even if the client devices have different user interface capabilities.

Abstract: A server federation cooperatively interacts to fulfill service requests by communicating using data structures that follow a schema in which the meaning of the communicated data is implied by the schema. Thus, in addition to the data being communicated, the meaning of the data is also communication allowing for intelligent decisions and inferences to be made based on the meaning of the data. Cooperative interaction is facilitated over a wide variety of networks by messaging through a common API that supports multiple transport mechanisms. Also, mid-session transfer between client devices is facilitated by schema and the transport-independent messaging structure. The user interfaces of the client devices will appear consistent even if the client devices have different user interface capabilities.

Abstract: A single sensor that can operate in multiple bands and display either one radiation band alone or multiple overlaid bands, using an appropriate color choice to distinguish the bands. The multiple-band sensor allows the user to look through at least one eyepiece and with the use of a switch, see scenes formed via the human eye under visible light, an II sensor, an MWIR sensor, or an LWIR sensor, either individually or superimposed. The device is equipped with multiple switching mechanisms. The first, for allowing the user to select between radiation bands and overlays, and the second, as with most thermal imaging sensors, for allowing the user to switch between “white-hot/black-hot” i.e., a polarity switch.

Abstract: Various embodiments of the present invention are directed to a storage platform comprising a database engine, a data store, an application programming interface. The data store is implemented on the database engine for storing data therein, and the data store implements a data model that supports the organization, searching, sharing, synchronization, and security of data stored in the data store. Specific types of data are described in schemas. The application programming interface enables application programs to access services and capabilities of the storage platform and to access the data described in the schemas. The storage platform supports interoperability with existing file systems, enables users and systems to synchronize data stored in different instances of the data store, and provides the ability for application programs to be notified about and to track changes made to the data in the data store.

Abstract: The present invention provides purified human polynucleotides for diagnostics and therapeutics (dithp). Also encompassed are the polypeptides (DITHP) encoded by dithp. The invention also provides for the use of dithp, or complements, oligonucleotides, or fragments thereof in diagnostic assays. The invention further provides for vectors and host cells containing dithp for the expression of DITHP. The invention additionally provides for the use of isolated and purified DITHP to induce antibodies and to screen libraries of compounds and the use of anti-DITHP antibodies in diagnostic assays. Also provided are microarrays containing dithp and methods of use.

Abstract: A single sensor that can operate in multiple bands and display either one radiation band alone or multiple overlaid bands, using an appropriate color choice to distinguish the bands. The multiple-band sensor allows the user to look through at least one eyepiece and with the use of a switch, see scenes formed via the human eye under visible light, an II sensor, an MWIR sensor, or an LWIR sensor, either individually or superimposed. The device is equipped with multiple switching mechanisms. The first, for allowing the user to select between radiation bands and overlays, and the second, as with most thermal imaging sensors, for allowing the user to switch between “white-hot/black-hot” i.e., a polarity switch.

Abstract: A single sensor that can operate in multiple bands and display either one radiation band alone or multiple overlaid bands, using an appropriate color choice to distinguish the bands. The multiple-band sensor allows the user to look through at least one eyepiece and with the use of a switch, see scenes formed via the human eye under visible light, an II sensor, an MWIR sensor, or an LWIR sensor, either individually or superimposed. The device is equipped with multiple switching mechanisms. The first, for allowing the user to select between radiation bands and overlays, and the second, as with most thermal imaging sensors, for allowing the user to switch between “white-hot/black-hot” i.e., a polarity switch.

Abstract: A method and system are provided for installing software on microprocessor based devices accessible over a computer network. The method includes, identifying component data associated with a software application using a first electronic device; generating a first server update algorithm by comparing the component data against data present on a first server and executing the first server algorithm thereby duplicating the component data on the first server; generating a second server update algorithm by comparing the component data on the first server against data present on a second server and executing the second server algorithm thereby duplicating the component data on the second server; generating a second device update algorithm by comparing the component data on the second server to data present on a second device and installing the software application on the second device by executing the second device update algorithm.

Abstract: The invention provides cDNAs that are significantly co-expressed with known lung surfactant and surfactant synthesis genes. The invention also provides compositions, expression vectors, host cells, proteins encoded by the cDNAs and antibodies which specifically bind the proteins. The invention also provides methods for the diagnosis, prognosis, treatment and evaluation of therapies for lung disorders.

Abstract: The present invention provides purified secretory polynucleotides (sptm). Also encompassed are the polypeptides (SPTM) encoded by sptm. The invention also provides for the use of sptm, or complements, oligonucleotides, or fragments thereof in diagnostic assays. The invention further provides for vectors and host cells containing sptm for the expression of SPTM. The invention additionally provides for the use of isolated and purified SPTM to induce antibodies and to screen libraries of compounds and the use of anti-SPTM antibodies in diagnostic assays. Also provided are microarrays containing sptm and methods of use.

Abstract: A server federation cooperatively interacts to fulfill service requests by communicating using data structures that follow a schema in which the meaning of the communicated data is implied by the schema. Thus, in addition to the data being communicated, the meaning of the data is also communication allowing for intelligent decisions and inferences to be made based on the meaning of the data. Cooperative interaction is facilitated over a wide variety of networks by messaging through a common API that supports multiple transport mechanisms. Also, mid-session transfer between client devices is facilitated by schema and the transport-independent messaging structure. The user interfaces of the client devices will appear consistent even if the client devices have different user interface capabilities.

Abstract: This invention relates to thermoplastic, pressure-sensitive solid adhesives capable of transferring an adhesive film to a substrate by friction rubbing of the adhesive on the substrate. The adhesives of this invention consist essentially of polyisobutylene, wax and optionally an adhesive promoter resin. Said ingredients are within certain proportions, molecular weights, melting points, or hardness values.

Abstract: Method of producing dry polyvinyl acetate particles that are readily dispersible in water, are vinyl acetate monomer free and are useful for making polyvinyl acetate dispersion compositions that are low in odor, form clear dried films and may be used in adhesives, sealants, caulks and coatings. The method includes manufacturing an aqueous, e.g. water, dispersion of polyvinyl acetate containing polyvinyl alcohol; drying to remove volatiles by converting the dispersion to dry form under controlled temperature conditions and redispersing the dried polyvinyl acetate particles in an aqueous medium to form a polyvinyl acetate dispersion that is substantially free of vinyl acetate monomer.

Abstract: A system for controlling the distribution of software in a customized configuration to a plurality of computers in a network environment, comprising console means for creating distribution control information which is both associated with the software and related to said customized configuration, server means responsive to the console means for storing the software and the distribution control information; agent means resident on each computer for downloading the software in accordance with the distribution control information and a token authorization signal from a token server means, and token server means for controlling the number of users simultaneously distributing the software, the token server means responsive to a token request signal from the agent means to provide a token authorization signal to the agent means authorizing the agent means to download the software onto the corresponding computer.

Abstract: Adhesive compositions exhibiting fast cure time in solid form, e.g. in the form of an applicator crayon or glue stick. The adhesive exhibiting polymer of the composition is based on a mixture of critical amounts of high molecular weight polyvinylpyrrolidone polymer, with a lower molecular weight polyvinylpyrrolidone polymer, with water, an organic solvent, and a salt of a long-claim fatty acid, e.g. sodium stearate. Color indicators and other optional ingredients, e.g. mildewcide, can be included.

Abstract: A system for distributing software in a customized configuration, to pre-selected computers in a network environment, includes a workstation running a console, a workstation running an agent, and a file server. The workstation running the console creates distribution control information which dictates how the software is distributed and to what agent based workstations under a given set of conditions. The distribution control information is stored on the file server where it is subsequently downloaded from by the agent based workstation which meets the conditions for a particular configuration of the software.

Abstract: Fast recovery from process terminations during atomic database transactions is accomplished by maintaining global memory after process terminations. Database data stored in global memory is accessed through control data structures. Control data structures are updated within atomic transactions that maintain structure consistency. Should a process fail during an atomic transaction that is updating control data structures, consistency is maintained by recovering the control data structures to their initial state existing immediately prior to the atomic transaction. Transactions involving control data structures are journaled as before-images in a log located in global memory. After a process failure, the before-images are installed to return the control data structures to the consistent state existing before the process failure.

Abstract: An aqueous adhesive composition having pH of about 8 to 10 containing from about 25 to 75% by weight of water, the water having dispersed therein:A. from about 25 to 75% by weight of the composition, of a water-insoluble linear polymer of interpolymerized monoethylenically unsaturated monomers in amounts by weight based on the linear polymer:(1) from about 50 to 99% of an acrylic ester monomer of the formula ##STR1## or a mixture thereof, where R is H or methyl and R.sup.2 is lower alkyl of 1 to 4 carbon atoms,(2) from about 0.1 to 10% of acrylic acid or methacrylic acid,(3) from about 0.1 to about 10% of a nitrogen containing monomer selected from the group consisting essentially of vinyl amines and salts thereof, vinyl ureido monomers, vinyl compounds having heterocyclic nitrogen containing groups, and mixtures thereof, andB. 0.001 to 2% of a silane containing both alkoxy and epoxy functionalities.