Abstract: A data management method controls the transfer of data in a communication system in which a plurality of stations are coupled to a same data transmission path. Each of the stations operates in one of a master mode and a slave mode. In the master mode, a station transmits a frame of data on the data transmission path, the frame of data including an address designating a station which is to operate in the slave mode and a command designating functions to be carried out by the station designated to operate in the slave mode. In the slave mode, a station receives the frame of data transmitted by the station operating in the master mode, and carries out data processing in accordance with the command contained in the thus received frame of data.

Abstract: By the determination of the controlled device on a reception side of the remote control apparatus, all the devices connected to the system may be controlled by the transmitter of one unit of the remote control apparatus, and they also may be controlled by the transmitter of an already existing remote control apparatus even when a new device has been additionally connected to the system.

Abstract: An information transmission system having a plurality of communication control units connected to one another through an information transmission path in a communication network comprises devices for collectively transmitting and collecting broadcasting information to and from selected plural communication control units by sending one information message.

Abstract: This invention provides sulfinamide derivatives, a process for preparing the derivatives and herbicides containing the same as the active ingredient, the sulfinamide derivatives being represented by the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 represents an alkoxy (C.sub.1-6) carbonylmethyl group or cyanomethyl group; R.sub.2 represents a group ##STR2## (in which X and Y are each an alkyl group having 1-6 carbon atoms or alkoxy group having 1-6 carbon atoms and m and n are 0 or an integer of 1 to 3); and Ph represents phenyl.

Abstract: A rotatable stock container closet for the storage of articles such as electronic parts, or the like, includes a plurality of container conveying units arranged vertically one on another, each container conveying unit comprising outer and inner rail means, guide channel means arranged therebetween, an endless traction chain, a driving means therefor, and a series of stock containers, releasably disposed to the traction chain means, moving on and along the rail means, so that any container may be reached most expeditiously by selectively operating each container conveying unit.

Abstract: A novel S-methyl N-[{N-methyl-N-(N,N-disubstituted aminosulfenyl)carbamoyl}oxy]thioacetamidate derivative represented by the formula (I): ##STR1## which has insecticidal, miticidal or nematocidal activity comparable to or higher than known methomyl but which is quite low in toxicity to warm-blooded animals as compared to methomyl, is disclosed. An insecticidal, miticidal or nematocidal composition containing the same, and a process for preparing the same are also disclosed. A method for controlling noxious insects, mites or nematodes by using the same is further disclosed.

Abstract: An aminosulfenyl chloride derivative represented by the formula (I): ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are defined in the specification, which is useful as an intermediate for the preparation of a carbamate derivative represented by the formula (III): ##STR2## wherein R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are the same as defined above, the carbamate derivative having an insecticidal, miticidal or nematocidal activity, is disclosed. A process for preparing the aminosulfenyl chloride of the formula (I), and a process for preparing the carbamate derivative of the formula (III) using the aminosulfenyl chloride of the formula (I) are also disclosed.

Abstract: This invention relates to carbamate derivatives represented by the formula (I): ##STR1## a process for preparing the derivatives and insecticides containing the derivatives.

Abstract: A rotatable stock container closet for the storage of articles such as electronic parts, or the like, includes a plurality of container conveying units arranged vertically one on another, each container conveying unit comprising outer and inner rail means, guide channel means arranged therebetween, an endless traction chain, a driving means therefor, and a series of stock containers, releasably disposed to the traction chain means, moving on and along the rail means, so that any container may be reached most expeditiously by selectively operating each container conveying unit.

Abstract: Process for producing a magnesium alloy which comprises:reducing magnesium oxide with a carbonaceous substance at high temperatures;rapidly cooling the resultant reaction product in an inert atmosphere to obtain powder magnesium;mixing the reaction product with a powder metal to be alloyed therewith during or after the rapid cooling; andsubjecting the mixture to heat treatment.

Abstract: Apparatus for a wire spray coating method including a capacitor connected with an electric power source to be charged thereby. A gap switch having discharge electrodes which are spaced apart from each other so that a discharge is produced under a voltage applied by the capacitor. Wire receiving terminals which are spaced apart to receive a length of wire of coating material therebetween, the terminals being connected with the capacitor so that the charge of the capacitor is applied to the terminals through the switch. The discharge electrodes being maintained at a fixed distance so that a discharge across the electrodes is readily produced when the electrodes are supplied with the voltage from the capacitor.

Abstract: An additive for use in metal-refining, particularly desulfurization of pig iron, inoculation for spheroidal graphite cast-iron and dephosphorization of various metals, is prepared by a process wherein a composition comprised of (a) magnesium carbonate and/or magnesium oxide and (b) calcium carbonate and/or calcium oxide is maintained at a temperature of from 1,600.degree. to 4,000.degree. C. in the presence of a carbonaceous material in a non-oxidizing atmosphere, and then, the reaction product in the form of dust is suddenly cooled.

Abstract: Disclosed is an additive in a molded form for use in refining iron. The additive comprises a mixture of at least one metal selected from magnesium, calcium and aluminum, and at least one metal oxide selected from magnesium oxide, calcium oxide and aluminum oxide.