Abstract: A system and method is provided for enabling respondents at their computer systems to connect via a browser with a server computer over a network, such as the Internet, and receive an initial set of survey questions on one or more pages during which primary images are downloaded into the browser's cache but are not presented to each respondent as they are each displayed into a small (e.g. 1 by 1) pixel area on display of the respondent's computer system and thus are not detectable by respondents. After receiving answers to such questions for each of the respondents, the server computer directs the browser of each respondent computer with at least one survey question in which the primary image is displayed from the browser's cache for a brief interval of time to the respondent, and the respondent answers the question with respect to the primary image. Different survey questions may be presented to the respondent having different timed displayed primary images.

Abstract: A method of providing instructions to a user of an imaging device includes generating a three-dimensional (3D) model of the imaging device in a 3D computer generated environment. At least one computer generated imagery (CGI) instruction sequence is then rendered from the 3D model. The CGI instruction sequence depicts at least one action being performed on the imaging device and is rendered from a virtual viewpoint corresponding to a viewpoint of a user physically performing the at least one action. The rendered CGI instructions are stored in memory of the imaging device and selectively displayed on a user interface display screen of the imaging device.

Abstract: A printed image forming machine capable of forming a printed image on an output sheet is disclosed. The machine undergoes a power up process moving from a low power consuming mode to a higher power consuming mode in which it is ready to operate. The image forming machine includes a display, and a controller for displaying a sequence of images of an animated character having eyes in the process of waking up from sleep, the sequence corresponding to stages of a power-up process of the printed image forming machine for providing a visual indication of the status of the machine.

Abstract: The invention describes the synthesis of novel mono-amine and di-amine derivatives of hexa-nitro-hexaazaisohexawurtzitane (CL-20). The synthesis is affected by the novel use of fluoroacylating compounds to protect the secondary amine groups of acylated precursors to CL-20 against nitrolysis. In so doing the mono-amine and di-amine derivatives of CL-20 are rendered and which in turn may be subsequently utilized as intermediates to generate further novel derivatives with differing physical and chemical properties to the parent compound. Formula (I), wherein: —X?H, and Y?H or NO2.

Abstract: The invention concerns novel cytosine based modules and in particular their application in linear multiple hydrogen bonded arrays to form supramolecular polymers of the formula (II): and the use of these in supramolecular materials.

Abstract: This invention describes the synthesis and use of novel energetic poly(phosphazene) materials suitable for binding high explosives. These materials may also be used as explosives in their own right. The materials possess high energy density and are highly amenable to chemical modification thereby allowing for modification to the physical properties of the material. In particular the tacky and rubbery nature of these materials makes them ideal for use as binder and co-binder materials.

Abstract: A system and method is provided for enabling respondents at their computer systems to connect via a browser with a server computer over a network, such as the Internet, and receive an initial set of survey questions on one or more pages during which primary images are downloaded into the browser's cache but are not presented to each respondent as they are each displayed into a small (e.g. 1 by 1) pixel area on display of the respondent's computer system and thus are not detectable by respondents. After receiving answers to such questions for each of the respondents, the server computer directs the browser of each respondent computer with at least one survey question in which the primary image is displayed from the browser's cache for a brief interval of time to the respondent, and the respondent answers the question with respect to the primary image. Different survey questions may be presented to the respondent having different timed displayed primary images.

Abstract: A system and method is provided for enabling respondents at their computer systems to connect via a browser with a server computer over a network and receive an initial set of survey questions on one or more pages during which primary images are downloaded into the browser's cache but are not presented to each respondent as they are each displayed into a small pixel area on display of the respondent's computer system and thus are not detectable or are not discernable by respondents. The server computer directs the browser of each respondent computer with at least one survey question in which the primary image is displayed from the browser's cache for a brief interval of time to the respondent, and the respondent answers the question with respect to the primary image. After each timed displayed primary image, survey question answer(s) are registered at the server computer.

Abstract: The invention describes the synthesis of novel mono-amine and di-amine derivatives of hexa-nitro-hexaazaisohexawurtzitane (CL-20). The synthesis is effected by the novel use of fluoroacylating compounds to protect the secondary amine groups of acylated precursors to CL-20 against nitrolysis. In so doing the mono-amine and di-amine derivatives of CL-20 are rendered and which in turn may be subsequently utilised as intermediates to generate further novel derivatives with differing physical and chemical properties to the parent compound. Formula (I), wherein: X?H, and Y?H or NO2.

Abstract: A device is provided for generating electromagnetic waves, in particular for data transfer between a vehicle and a data storage medium, whereby a choke coil (30) is provided between at least one part of an energy supply device (1, 40, 41, 42) and an oscillating circuit (6). The device provides short build-up and decay times for the resonant oscillation of the oscillating circuit (6). Furthermore, a method is provided for operation of the device, whereby the choke coil (30) is operated in the saturation state at times during the transient condition of the oscillating circuit (6). The device can be used for modulating electromagnetic waves to be generated in accordance with data to be transmitted.

Abstract: A system and method is provided for enabling respondents at their computer systems to connect via a browser with a server computer over a network, such as the Internet, and receive an initial set of survey questions on one or more pages during which primary images are downloaded into the browser's cache but are not presented to each respondent as they are each displayed into a small (e.g. 1 by 1) pixel area on display of the respondent's computer system and thus are not detectable by respondents. After receiving answers to such questions for each of the respondents, the server computer directs the browser of each respondent computer with at least one survey question in which the primary image is displayed from the browser's cache for a brief interval of time to the respondent, and the respondent answers the question with respect to the primary image. Different survey questions may be presented to the respondent having different timed displayed primary images.

Abstract: The transmitting and receiving station generates a interrogation code signal which is identical for all of the transponders. All of the transponders that receive the signal answer simultaneously at the same carrier frequency. In order to avoid signal collisions, the transponders are synchronized before and/or during the transmission of the response signals. As an alternative, each transponder is assigned a dedicated subcarrier frequency in addition to the main carrier frequency, which is the same for all of the transponders.

Abstract: Performing validation of a derived virtual method includes receiving program code where the derived virtual method is derived from a virtual method of the program language used to generate the program code, compiling the program code to an intermediate language expression, generating metadata descriptive of the compiled program code, validating the use of the derived virtual method by accessing the metadata, and permitting the use of the derived virtual method if the metadata grants override permissions concerning the virtual method of the programming language. The metadata indicating access and override permissions may be generated while compiling the program code in the common language infrastructure. Alternately, the flag may use pre-existing values indicative of the access and override permissions concerning the virtual method of the programming language.

Abstract: A device is provided for generating electromagnetic waves, in particular for data transfer between a vehicle and a data storage medium, whereby a choke coil (30) is provided between at least one part of an energy supply device (1, 40, 41, 42) and an oscillating circuit (6). The device provides short build-up and decay times for the resonant oscillation of the oscillating circuit (6). Furthermore, a method is provided for operation of the device, whereby the choke coil (30) is operated in the saturation state at times during the transient condition of the oscillating circuit (6). The device can be used for modulating electromagnetic waves to be generated in accordance with data to be transmitted.

Abstract: An antenna system, especially for an anti-theft system of a motor vehicle. A primary magnetic field is produced by a primary coil (2). In the vicinity of the primary coil (2), a coupling coil (11) is disposed which is connected by a flexible conductor (12) with a secondary coil (13). By the magnetic connection of the primary field a secondary field can be produced through the secondary coil (13), which due to the distributed installation of the secondary coils (13) can act specifically in areas in which the primary field is not acting.

Abstract: A transmission unit includes a sine-wave generator that generates a carrier oscillation. A binary information item is modulated onto the carrier oscillation in a modulator. The modulated oscillation is fed to a transformer that forwards the modulated oscillation to a plurality of antennas connected in parallel. A method for transmitting an information item includes providing a generator having a primary side and a secondary side, a modulator, a transformer, and a plurality of antennas. The plurality of antennas is connected to the secondary side of the transformer. An information item to be transmitted is created. A sinusoidal carrier oscillation is generated. The information item is modulated onto the carrier oscillation and forms a modulated oscillation. The modulated oscillation is transformed from the primary side to the secondary side and an electromagnetic field is generated by the plurality of antennas to aid transmission of the information item.

Abstract: A control system for controlling an object function includes a base station and a portable code transmitter. The base station is at the object and has a transceiver unit for transmitting an interrogation signal. The code transmitter emits a response signal with a code information item in response thereto. The base station checks an authorization of the code information item contained in the response signal. The base station and/or the code transmitter determines a time period between a transmission of a part of the interrogation signal and a reception of a part thereof obtained in reaction thereto, and compares the time period with a predefined reference time period. The base station enables the object-specific function only if the measured time period is shorter than the reference time period even if the code information item of the response signal is correct.

Abstract: Antennas of an anti-theft system are controlled with a pulse width modulated square-wave signal by a power control unit and a phase control unit. The control is such that a change in power causes no change in phase, and vice versa. This is accomplished by varying the pulse width of the square-wave signal if a change in power occurs and at the same time shifting the pulse rise time such that the phase remains constant.

Abstract: The positioning of the buckle plate of an auto driver's safety belt so that it is within reach of the driver without the need to turn attention away from traffic in front of the auto, a dangerous maneuver often needed when the safety belt, through oversight, has to be buckled after the auto is in motion.