Abstract: An expandable network constructed from a plurality of identical network fabric cards which uses a plurality of selected row address bits to route connection paths between adjacent columns of interconnecting switches and a software algorithm for implementing a network of any whole number power of 2 rows or ports by assigning numbers of the network switches and attached nodes are described.

Abstract: This invention computes by constructing a lattice of states. Every lattice of states corresponding to correct execution satisfies the temporal logic formula comprising a Definitive Axiomatic Notation for Concurrent Execution (DANCE) program. This invention integrates into a state-lattice computational model: a polymorphic, strong type system; visibility-limiting domains; first-order assertions; and logic for proving a program correctness. This invention includes special hardware means for elimination of cache coherency among other things, necessary to construct state-lattices concurrently. The model of computation for the DANCE language consisting of four, interrelated, logical systems describing state-lattices, types, domains, and assertions. A fifth logical system interrelates the other four systems allowing proofs of program correctness. The method of the present invention teaches programs as temporal formulas satisfied by lattices of states corresponding to correct execution.

Abstract: A heat pipe which is flexible and thus conformable to the space in which it is to be deployed consists of two or three layers, namely, a relatively thin, highly conductive plate as a bottom layer, a plastic sheet as a top layer and wicking as an optional middle layer. The bottom plate has a relatively high modulus of elasticity and it is stiff, yet ductile. It is preferably made of metal, such as aluminum, or a plastic sheet or plate. To manufacture the heat pipe, the bottom and top layers are aligned, with the wicking between them, and sealed together around three edges. Liquid coolant is then added and the fourth edge is sealed. The sealing is preferably performed by heat sealing. The heat pipe may include heat-dissipating fins or ridges on the end of the pipe that operates as a condenser. The opposing end of the pipe, which acts as the evaporator, is positioned proximate to a heat-generating component.

Abstract: A liquid treatment apparatus or system having a liquid treatment medium bed which is regenerated by passing through it a solution formed by dissolving a solid in a liquid. An automatic control system initiates a regeneration cycle when necessary. Indicia are provided in association with the container containing the solid material such that an appropriate indicia will represent the amount of solid material in the container. By providing the control circuit with the indicia, the control circuit will record the amount of solid material remaining and initiate an alarm when the amount of solid material remaining is below a predetermined level.

Abstract: A microchannel heat sink used to cool a high power electronic device such as an integrated circuit comprising a plurality of channels in close thermal contact to the integrated circuit and through which a liquid is passed to create either a developing laminar flow or a turbulent flow. The turbulent flow may be either developing or fully developed. The heat sink features a compensation heater surrounding the integrated circuit and heated at the same rate as the integrated circuit to thereby provide a more uniform temperature at the perimeter of the integrated circuit.

Abstract: A simulated ski slope slide including an elongate forwardly and downwardly inclined deck having a flat top surface and elongate endless carrier belt with a fibrous pile surface engaged about the deck to extend longitudinally thereof and driven so that its upper portion moves continuously rearwardly and upwardly relative to the top surface of the deck, a bed of flaked ice inter-engaged with the pile surface of the carrier belt and an elongate endless retaining belt arranged to occur adjacent the lower and end portions of the carrier belt to engage the bed of ice and hold said bed of ice engaged with the carrier belt when the bed of ice occurs at the lower and end portions of the carrier belt.

Abstract: A percussion initiatable explosive assembly with means for thermal actuation of same, comprising an explosive cartridge shell with main explosive charge contained therein, and a percussion initiatable primer extending into the main charge in detonating relationship therewith; a thermostatic member including a laminate of a pair of metallic layers having different coefficients of thermal expansion shaped as a curved strip having opposed convex and concave surfaces, with the concave surface facing the percussion sensitive portion of the primer; a pin secured to the curved strip and extending from the concave surface into spaced apart relationship with the percussion sensitive portion of the primer; and the strip member in response to a temperature increase adapted to thermally expand to change the curvature of said convex and concave surfaces respectively toward concave and convex so as to move the pin into impact relationship with the percussion sensitive portion of the primer to cause percussion ignition of s