Abstract: A device management system for performing validation prior to commissioning at least one field device. The system includes a commissioning tool operable to receive at least one source file relating to the at least one field device for import operation, and a processor operable to check the source file for any error. If at least one error is found in the source file, the processor is operable to refer to an error resolution database for providing guidance on resolution of error associated with the source file without terminating the import operation.

Abstract: A garment support system adjustably and removably supports a garment on a user's shoulders and optionally includes one or more continuous strap members having clamps on at least on opposing end thereof arranged adjustably in a mobile arrangement for support relative to a user's shoulders. Optionally, the clamps are secured to the collar and arm openings of the garment providing a garment support system and also optionally a sliding bridge allows for adjustment for individuals of differing sizes. The garment support system may be compact and stored in a kit form for sale and travel convenience.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a circuit and method for low power operation in a flash memory system. In disclosed embodiments of a selection-decoding circuit path, pull-up and pull-down circuits are used to save values at certain output nodes during a power save or shut down modes, which allows the main power source to be shut down while still maintaining the values.

Abstract: An embodiment in accordance with the present invention provides a scope lens cleaning system disposed within a trocar shaft to allow the surgeon to clean the scope lens without losing orientation of the operative field. The lens cleaning system is configured to remove solid debris, liquid, and condensation from the scope lens. The cleaning system includes a first cleaning component configured to remove the solid debris from the scope lens. A second cleaning component is configured to remove the liquid and condensation from the scope lens. A third cleaning component wicks the solid debris and liquid away from the cleaning components and the scope lens and allows it to fall out the end of the trocar shaft. The cleaning system minimizes distraction during the surgical procedure to improve efficiency and safety.

Abstract: A circuit and method are disclosed for operating a non-volatile memory device, comprising time sampling a reference current or voltage in a floating holding node to obtain a hold voltage and applying the hold voltage in sensing circuitry.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a circuit and method for low power operation in a flash memory system. In disclosed embodiments of a selection-decoding circuit path, pull-up and pull-down circuits are used to save values at certain output nodes during a power save or shut down modes, which allows the main power source to be shut down while still maintaining the values.

Abstract: An inflatable retractor for use in laparoscopic surgery of a patient's body includes an inflatable element disposed at a distal end of a retractor shaft. The retractor shaft includes a port for receiving insufflating fluid. The inflatable element includes an inner and outer surface such that the inflatable element forms an angle with the retractor shaft and forms a compartment when the inflatable element is insufflated with fluid. The angle formed between the inflatable element and retractor shaft changes depending upon the insufflating pressure. In this way, the rigidity and shape of the inflatable element is controlled by the surgeon by the amount of insufflating pressure used, allowing for flexibility and ease of use.

Abstract: An inflatable retractor for use in laparoscopic surgery of a patient's body includes an inflatable element disposed at a distal end of a retractor shaft. The retractor shaft includes a port for receiving insufflating fluid. The inflatable element is designed so that different parts of the inflatable element may be filled to different pressure levels. The inflatable element may include separately inflatable chambers. In this way, the rigidity and shape of the inflatable element is controlled by the surgeon, allowing for flexibility and ease of use.

Abstract: A device management system for performing validation prior to commissioning at least one field device comprising a commissioning tool operable to receive at least one source file relating to the at least one field device for import operation; a processor operable to check the source file for any error; wherein if at least one error is found in the source file; the processor is operable to refer to an error resolution database for providing guidance on resolution of error associated with the source file without terminating the import operation, is disclosed.

Abstract: A method for managing user accessed content comprises several steps. First, user accessed content is tracked on one or more computing devices. The user accessed content comprises one or more visited webpages. Next, a database is generated based on the tracked user accessed content. The database is stored on a server, where the server indexes information from the one or more visited webpages. A search phrase is searched for in the database on a certain one of the computing devices. The certain one of the computing devices and the server are connected via a network connection. Search results are transmitted to the certain one of the computing devices via the network connection. The search results are displayed on a display screen of the certain one of the computing devices.

Abstract: An arthroscopic instrument assembly (100), comprising: an illumination system (120) for illuminating an operative field, including a light source (122a) configured to produce light having at least one ligament excitation wavelength; an arthroscope (110); an image transmission system (130) configured to transmit a fluorescent image of the operative field at a distal end (112b) of the arthroscope (110) to an image viewing system (150); an image processing system (140) configured to process the fluorescent image as it passes through the image transmission system, so as to provide a false-color fluorescent image of the operative field in which a contrast between ligament and bone structures present in the operative field is enhanced relative to the unprocessed fluorescent image; and an image viewing system (150), operably connected to the image transmission system (130), and including a display (152) configured to enable viewing of the false-color fluorescent image.

Abstract: A system for scanning and analyzing a device under test includes a transducer. The transducer transmits ultrasonic waves to scan the device under test and determine various properties (e.g., material of layers). The system further includes a heating/cooling portion. The heating/cooling portion conducts thermal stress testing on the device under test to accentuate areas of delamination between layers. The transducer then performs scans on the device under test to locate areas of delamination.

Abstract: Novel grip strap apparatuses capable of increasing the amount of weight a user can manipulate, while at the same time being constructed in such a manner as to prevent irritation to the hands and decrease sweat accumulation. In preferred embodiments, the grip strap apparatus comprises a wrist wrap which is made from closed cell rubber material and a dual grip strap. The dual grip strap may be two sided in nature, and comprise a first side made from a closed cell rubber material and a second side made from a natural or synthetic cloth material. In other embodiments, the dual grip strap may comprise a natural or synthetic cloth adjustment strap configured to secure the wrist wrap around the wrist and/or forearm of a user.

Abstract: In a system, in one embodiment, having a page server for transmitting pages upon request and a page client (or “web browser”) for requesting pages and presenting those pages to an operator, the page client dynamically identifies links subsequent to the loaded page and preloads pages identified by those links for subsequent presentation to the operator, so that the preloaded pages are preloaded dynamically in response to operator selections and are available for presentation to the operator when ultimately selected. The page server and the page client may act independently or may cooperate so as to dynamically select and preload pages from the page server to the page client using parameters indicated by the page client (such as parameters selected by the operator or adaptively determined by the page client), etc. The page client may dynamically save and recall behavior information about pages to be presented.

Abstract: This invention describes a method for determining an abnormality of metabolic function and/or a variation of metabolic function, the method including the steps of, in a processing system receiving electroencephalography (EEG) signal information (100), analyzing the signal information (110), and determining the abnormality from the analysis (120). It also describes a method for managing the variation accordingly, the method including the steps of, detecting the abnormality (400), applying patient information (410), determining appropriate dose (420), and providing the required dose (430).

Abstract: An embodiment in accordance with the present invention provides a scope lens cleaning system disposed within a trocar shaft to allow the surgeon to clean the scope lens without losing orientation of the operative field. The lens cleaning system is configured to remove solid debris, liquid, and condensation from the scope lens. The cleaning system includes a first cleaning component configured to remove the solid debris from the scope lens. A second cleaning component is configured to remove the liquid and condensation from the scope lens. A third cleaning component wicks the solid debris and liquid away from the cleaning components and the scope lens and allows it to fall out the end of the trocar shaft. The cleaning system minimizes distraction during the surgical procedure to improve efficiency and safety.