Abstract: Methods of performing updates to a software image that is disposed in a read only memory or a one time programmable memory device are disclosed. The method includes causing an ECC error at the beginning of a function that has been modified. This ECC error causes an exception. The exception handler determines the address where the ECC error was detected was located and searches a dictionary. This dictionary contains entries that each have an original address in the ROM or OTP Memory and the patch address in a nonvolatile writable memory. The exception handler then causes the processing unit to jump to the patch address, where a modified function is located.

Abstract: Methods of performing updates to a software image that is disposed in a read only memory or a one time programmable memory device are disclosed. The method includes causing an ECC error at the beginning of a function that has been modified. This ECC error causes an exception. The exception handler determines the address where the ECC error was detected was located and searches a dictionary. This dictionary contains entries that each have an original address in the ROM or OTP Memory and the patch address in a nonvolatile writable memory. The exception handler then causes the processing unit to jump to the patch address, where a modified function is located.

Abstract: A training device for a board sport involving the use of a board, including at least a first (2c) and a second (3c) main support line of the board (6) extending from at least one upper attachment point (4, 5; 51, 75, 77, 81, 83) located above and at a distance of the board (6) as far as a first (13) and a second (14) support element of the board (6) respectively, each extending transversally under the board (6) and each comprising a bearing part (15, 16) on which the lower face (15) of said board (6) is supported. The device according to the invention is particularly applicable to surf training, the board then being a surf board.

Abstract: The invention mainly relates to a training device for a board sport involving the use of a board, that is essentially characterized in that it comprises at least a first (2c) and a second (3c) main support line of the board (6) extending from at least one upper attachment point (4, 5; 51, 75, 77, 81, 83) located above and at a distance of the board (6) as far as a first (13) and a second (14) support element of the board (6) respectively, each extending transversally under the board (6) and each comprising a bearing part (15, 16) on which the lower face (15) of said board (6) is supported. The device according to the invention is particularly applicable to surf training, the board then being a surf board.

Abstract: A fast and reliable method for the determination of multiple drugs and their metabolites belonging to different chemical and toxicological class from a biological sample is provided. The method involves mixing of biological sample with internal standards which does not require sample extraction or derivatization prior to analysis. Further the samples were analyzed by scheduled multiple reaction monitoring using liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometer (LC-MS/MS).

Abstract: Methods for routine high throughput analysis with accurate results to determine the concentration of d- and/or l-isomers of methamphetamine and/or amphetamine in biological samples is provided. In some examples, the method includes mixing of a biological sample with an internal standard and diluting with a mobile phase, followed by eluting on a chiral stationary phase contained in a liquid chromatography column. The eluent obtained can then be analyzed using a mass analyzer for the presence of the analytes.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are simple, rapid and cost effective methods for determination of endogenous sulfhydryl amino acid species from a sample, example a sample in clinical practice. The method can include mixing of a biological sample with an internal standards which does not require pretreatment or derivatization and/or isotopic dilution. The method can further include analyzing the sample using liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometer (LC-MS/MS) to determine the concentration of sulfhydryl amino acid species.

Abstract: A device (10) for damping torsion between a clutch element (16) and a transmission shaft, comprising: an input washer (12A, 12B) that is rotationally integral with the clutch element (16); two output webs (18A, 18B) that are rotationally integral with the transmission shaft by means of a central hub (20); a pair of circumferentially acting elastic members (42) that are interposed circumferentially in series between the input washer (12A, 12B) and the output web (18A, 18B); a phase washer (44) that is interposed circumferentially between the two elastic members (42) of said pair.

Abstract: The invention mainly relates to a training device for a board sport involving the use of a board, that is essentially characterised in that it comprises at least a first (2c) and a second (3c) main support line of the board (6) extending from at least one upper attachment point (4, 5; 51, 75, 77, 81, 83) located above and at a distance of the board (6) as far as a first (13) and a second (14) support element of the board (6) respectively, each extending transversally under the board (6) and each comprising a bearing part (15, 16) on which the lower face (15) of said board (6) is supported. The device according to the invention is particularly applicable to surf training, the board then being a surf board.

Abstract: A device (10) for damping torsion between a clutch element (16) and a transmission shaft, comprising: an input washer (12A, 12B) that is rotationally integral with the clutch element (16); two output webs (18A, 18B) that are rotationally integral with the transmission shaft by means of a central hub (20); a pair of circumferentially acting elastic members (42) that are interposed circumferentially in series between the input washer (12A, 12B) and the output web (18A, 18B); a phase washer (44) that is interposed circumferentially between the two elastic members (42) of said pair.

Abstract: An entertainment system (1) comprises a gaming server (2), a player station (3) operable by a player to display a simulation of a multi-stage accumulator game having a boxing theme, and a communication network (4) providing communication between the gaming server (2) and the player station (3). The gaming server (2) operates under stored program control to regulate the progress of the game and to determine an outcome thereof. The player places a wager on the outcome of the game, which is either a successful outcome in which the player wins a prize, and an unsuccessful outcome in which the player forfeits the wager. The prize may either be collected by the player or carried over as a wager for a succeeding stage of the multi-stage accumulator game.

Abstract: An entertainment system (1) comprises a gaming server (2), a player station (3) operable by a player to display a simulation of a multi-stage accumulator game having a boxing theme, and a communication network (4) providing communication between the gaming server (2) and the player station (3). The gaming server (2) operates under stored program control to regulate the progress of the game and to determine an outcome thereof. The player places a wager on the outcome of the game, which is either a successful outcome in which the player wins a prize, and an unsuccessful outcome in which the player forfeits the wager. The prize may either be collected by the player or carried over as a wager for a succeeding stage of the multi-stage accumulator game.

Abstract: A method for providing an indication from a network interface controller to a microcontroller is disclosed wherein upon occurrence of a particular condition within the network interface controller, an indication is provided from a reset pin of the network interface controller to the microcontroller unit. Upon receipt of the indication by the microcontroller unit, communications between the network interface controller and the microcontroller unit are inhibited.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method and system for providing biological detection. The system includes: at least one polymodal sensor for collectively detecting at least two conditions; and at least one node, each node including at least one of the polymodal sensors. The system also includes at least one data collector; each data collector communicating with one or more of the at least one node, and each data collector storing local information in a local knowledge base; and at least one server, each server communicating with one or more of the at least one data collector, and each server updating a global knowledge base. The at least two conditions are utilized in detecting the presence of biological activity from either one or both knowledge bases.

Abstract: An ethernet controller includes analog circuitry for generating a transmit waveform representing transmitted data. A transmit waveform is generated responsive to a digital control signal provided by digital circuitry. The digital control signal is programmable to enable amplification of the transmit waveform.

Abstract: A network controller for interface between a physical network and a media is disclosed. A physical layer receives data for encoding and transmission to the physical network, and for receiving and decoding data from the physical network. A media layer receives and converts data to a packet format and interfaces with the physical layer for transmitting packet formatted data thereto, and receives decoded packet formatted data from the physical layer. A transmit buffer stores received transmit data for processing by the media layer for interface to the physical layer. A receive buffer stores received data received by the media layer from the physical layer for later retrieval from the media side of the controller and is operable to store packets of received information on addressable location boundaries with a length less than the length of a packet, each received packet having a starting address of the starting addressable location in the receive buffer.

Abstract: A single chip network controller for interfacing between a physical network and a processing system on the media side of the network controller. The network controller includes a physical layer for receiving data for transmission to the network and encoding the received data for transmission thereto and for receiving data from the network, and for receiving data from the network and decoding the received data. A media layer is provided for interfacing with the processing system for receiving data from the processing system for interface with the physical layer for encoding and transmission thereof and for receiving decoded data from the physical layer and providing access thereto by the processing system. An on-chip non-volatile memory is provided having a first portion associated with configuration information for configuring the operation of the physical layer and the media layer, and a second portion thereof that is accessible by the processing system on the media side of the network controller.

Abstract: A bone transfixion plate for transfixing an acetabulum fragment to the os ilium, by screw means, following pelvic osteotomies with rotation of the roof of the acetabulum, particularly in a human patient. The plate comprises: a proximal region for application to the os ilium which is at least generally adapted for close application to the region to which it is applied; a distal region for application to the acetabulum fragment which is at least generally adapted for close application to the region to which it is applied, these regions being disposed at a mutual angle in the ventrodorsal/mediolateral plane in the range 10.degree.-50.degree., preferably about 30.degree. (or, in a plate for a dog, the angle in the equivalent plane is 20.degree.-70.degree. and preferably 30.degree.-60.degree.

Abstract: A prosthetic device for use as a hip joint comprises a substantially spherical portion locatable in the acetubular fossa of a pelvis bone, and a longitudinal portion locatable in a thighbone. The spherical portion is anchored within the fossa by a holding member which is fixed to the fossa.