Abstract: A compensating advanced feature patch panel that can include removable modular or fixed electronic components located directly on the patch panel which are separately or in combination capable of providing advanced features such as device detection and power insertion. The patch panel provides communications between an insulation displacement connector (IDC) at a PD/User end, and any standard interface type using unshielded twisted pair cables, such as an RJ45 connector at a switch end at performance levels of at least category 3, 5, 5e, 6 and/or higher (e.g. 6e or 7) and equivalent performance levels as required by compensating for the active electronics used in providing advanced features through the use of inductive, capacitive and reactive circuit elements to compensate for advanced feature electronics.

Abstract: An analysis and synthesis system for sound is provided that can independently modify characteristics of audio signals such as pitch, duration, and timbre. High-quality pitch-scaling and time-scaling are achieved by using a technique for sinusoidal phase compensation adapted to a sinusoidal representation. Such signal modification systems can avoid the usual problems associated with interpolation-based re-sampling so that the pitch-scaling factor and the time-scaling factor can be varied independently, arbitrarily, and continuously. In the context of voice modification, the sinusoidal representation provides a means with which to separate the acoustic contributions of the vocal excitation and the vocal tract, which can enable independent timbre modification of the voice by altering only the vocal tract contributions. The system can be applied to efficiently encode the pitch in sinusoidal models by compensating for pitch quantization errors. The system can also be applied to non-speech signals such as music.

Abstract: A channel for managing equipment cables that includes opposing first and second members and a third member extending between and connecting the first and second members. Each of the first and second members includes first and second inner and outer surfaces. At least one cable receiving area is defined between the first and second inner surfaces of the first and second members. First and second equipment mounting elements extend from each of the first and second outer surfaces of the first and second members. The first and second equipment mounting elements are connectable to equipment. A base support is coupled to at least one of the first and second members.

Abstract: A hinged swing bracket assembly for a telecommunications rack system has first, second and third arms. The first arm has a first end and a second end and is adapted to be connected to a support. The second arm has first and second ends. The first end of the second arm is pivotally connected to the first arm and the second end of the second arm is releasably connected to the first end of the first arm. The third arm has first and second ends. The first end of the third arm is pivotally connected to the second end of the second arm, and the second end of the third arm is releasably connected to the first end of the second arm.

Abstract: A method of implementing program updates in an electronic system includes requesting the system to accept a program update and loading replacement programs for execution. The method includes using an operating system to determine when programs running on an electronic system have finished an execution cycle and then commencing the replacement process.

Abstract: A variable acuity imager incorporates an array of detection elements for light energy, in the visible, infrared, ultraviolet, or light energy in another region of the electromagnetic spectrum with a means to change the spatial configuration of the array to include “superpixels” by combining energy detected by adjacent elements, thus permitting any number of high-resolution “foveal” regions to be placed within the confines of the focal plane array and moved around at the frame rate of the imaging device. Detectors to measure the pitch, yaw and roll angle rates of background imagery using velocity-sensing circuitry are employed for variation of the foveal regions to accommodate motion of the array.

Abstract: An automation control module (ACM) includes an ACM central processing unit (CPU) and a SOAP/XML and web server system electrically coupled to the ACM CPU. The SOAP/XML and web server system is configured to process simple object access protocol (SOAP)/extensible markup language (XML) requests from a network.

Abstract: An automation control module (ACM) includes an ACM central processing unit (CPU) and a web system electrically coupled to the ACM CPU. The web system is configured to process hypertext transfer protocol (HTTP) requests from a network such that a user on the network can at least one of program and configure the ACM using the network.

Abstract: An apparatus for calibrating a particulate matter continuous emission monitoring system includes: a feed unit that supplies particulate matter of a known mass flow rate; an eductor unit connected with the feed unit that receives particulate matter therefrom; a fluidizing unit connected to the eductor that supplies gas to the eductor unit, wherein the particulate matter and gas are combined into a fluidized mixture; and a probe connected to the eductor configured to extend within an industrial stack and deliver the fluidized mixture therein. Such an apparatus can provide accurate data regarding particulate matter concentration that can be compared with readings on the PM CEMS and enable a calibration curve to be generated. A tracer gas injection unit and analyzer may also be included.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a method of synchronizing the actions of one or more devices using an RF time signal. In one embodiment, a clock in a device is synchronized to an RF time signal, and the clock is applied in a timed event performed by the device. The timed event may include determining a time of occurrence of an event associated with the device or starting a process performed by the device at a predetermined time. In an alternative embodiment, the method includes: coordinating a first timed event to be performed by a first device and a second timed event to be performed by a second device; receiving an RF time signal at the first and second devices; synchronizing a first clock in the first device and a second clock in the second device to a time indicated in the RF time signal; applying the first clock in the first timed event performed by the first device; and applying the second clock in the second timed event performed by the second device.

Abstract: A system and method for creating a ring tone for an electronic device takes as input a phrase sung in a human voice and transforms it into a control signal controlling, for example, a ringer on a cellular telephone. Time-varying features of the input signal are analyzed to segment the signal into a set of discrete notes and assigning to each note a chromatic pitch value. The set of note start and stop times and pitches are then translated into a format suitable for controlling the device.

Abstract: An apparatus for calibrating a particulate matter continuous emission monitoring system includes: a feed unit that supplies particulate matter of a known mass flow rate; an eductor unit connected with the feed unit that receives particulate matter therefrom; a fluidizing unit connected to the eductor that supplies gas to the eductor unit, wherein the particulate matter and gas are combined into a fluidized mixture; and a probe connected to the eductor configured to extend within an industrial stack and deliver the fluidized mixture therein. Such an apparatus can provide accurate data regarding particulate matter concentration that can be compared with readings on the PM CEMS and enable a calibration curve to be generated. A tracer gas injection unit and analyzer may also be included.

Abstract: A fitting assembly for joining a double containment pipe (DCP), including primary and secondary pipes, to a double containment fitting, including primary and secondary fittings, wherein the secondary fitting has a larger diameter than the secondary pipe. A sealing reducer has a larger diameter end for fitting over the secondary fitting and a smaller diameter end for fitting over the secondary pipe. The sealing reducer is fit over the secondary pipe, the primaries of the DCP and double containment fitting are joined, and then the sealing reducer is positioned over the primary joint and its smaller and larger diameter ends sealed, either by adhesive or a combination of interlocking threaded fitting components and O-rings, to the ends of the secondary pipe and secondary fitting, respectively.

Abstract: The present invention provides a sampling apparatus for taking a representative gas sample from a flowing gas stream. The sampling apparatus can be positioned within a conduit carrying a gas stream, such as a gas line or smoke stack. Preferably, the sampling apparatus comprises a cylindrical collection tube having collection wings radially projecting therefrom. It is further preferred that the bottom edges of the collection wings contain at least one elongate collection opening, through which a representative gas sample enters the sampling apparatus. In particular embodiments of the invention, the sampling apparatus further comprises an electronic sensor positioned within the collection tube. Alternatively, the sensing device is located at a site remote from the collection tube and is connected thereto by a connecting hose.

Abstract: Certain propionamides are used for loosening fruit of plants.

Abstract: A system is provided for the automatic measurement of red and white blood cell counts and other blood parameters. The system includes hydraulic apparatus for the aspiration of a blood sample and the proper measurement of the parameters thereof. During operation, the system directs an operator at each step of the procedure, allowing only permitted functions to be performed, thereby decreasing the opportunity for operator error. Each blood cell count is performed twice and the answers compared, an indication of instrument malfunction being presented to the operator if the measurements do not agree within a predetermined percentage. The system monitors itself to detect malfunctions which may occur and alerts the operator to the occurrence of a malfunction.

Abstract: The tucker blade of a high speed cylinder folder for zig-zag folding a flexible web is retracted into the cylinder immediately after inserting the web into its opposed gripper. As the tucker blade is retracted a brush is extended to push the web gently away from the cylinder and to press the folded edge of the web toward the zig-zag stack.

Abstract: A system is provided for the automatic measurement of red and white blood cell counts and other blood parameters. The system includes hydraulic apparatus for the aspiration of a blood sample and the proper measurement of the parameters thereof. During operation, the system directs an operator at each step of the procedure, allowing only permitted functions to be performed, thereby decreasing the opportunity for operator error. Each blood cell count is performed twice and the answers compared, an indication of instrument malfunction being presented to the operator if the measurements do not agree within a predetermined percentage. The system monitors itself to detect malfunctions which may occur and alerts the operator to the occurrence of a malfunction.

Abstract: Circuitry for the correction of error occasioned during the counting of platelets in a hematology system. A coincidence corrected platelet count is provided as an input to a rate counter which provides a plurality of output signals representative of different percentages of the input count. A read-only memory is employed to store data representing correction factors for different hematocrit values. Gating circuitry is enabled by output signals from the read-only memory representing a selected hematocrit correction factor, the enabled gate circuits providing pulses representative of selected percentages of the input count and which are combined to provide an output pulse train which is the corrected platelet count.