Abstract: The invention can provide a method of processing a wafer using Site-Dependent (S-D) processing sequences that can include S-D creation procedures, S-D evaluation procedures, and S-D transfer sequences. The S-D creation procedures can be performed using S-D processing elements, the S-D evaluation procedures can be performed using S-D evaluation elements, and S-D transfer sequences can be performed using site-dependent transfer subsystems. Site-dependent data can be stored in site-dependent libraries and/or databases.

Abstract: The invention relates to an apparatus for producing hot gas with a first combustion chamber (2) to burn fuel (17). The first combustion chamber features an open (5) and a closed end (36), and the first combustion chamber has a fuel inlet (13) arranged at its closed end. A second combustion chamber (35) encloses the first combustion chamber, with the second combustion chamber featuring a discharge outlet (37) for the hot gas, and the second combustion chamber featuring a closed end at which an inlet for combustion air (39) is arranged.

Abstract: A fully programmable graphics processing engine is provided. The graphics processing engine includes three independent, programmable processors that run independent sets of instructions from independent instruction storage facilities. Graphics processing tasks may be distributed among the serially pipelined processors to allow for load balancing and parallel processing. The graphics processing engine may be a graphics co-processing core within a larger, general purpose computing system. Register files and storage units may be addressable by the system host processor. Each processor accepts incoming data for state or context updates. Each processor may execute a specific graphics processing function by executing a set of instructions when a predetermined memory address is accessed.

Abstract: The invention relates to an apparatus for producing hot gas with a first combustion chamber (2) to burn fuel (17). The first combustion chamber features an open (5) and a closed end (36), and the first combustion chamber has a fuel inlet (13) arranged at its closed end. A second combustion chamber (35) encloses the first combustion chamber, with the second combustion chamber featuring a discharge outlet (37) for the hot gas, and the second combustion chamber featuring a closed end at which an inlet for combustion air (39) is arranged.

Abstract: The present invention includes a method of verifying a Site-Dependent (S-D) wafer that includes receiving a first set of S-D wafers by one or more S-D processing elements in one or more processing subsystems, creating a first set of unverified S-D wafers by performing a first S-D creation procedure, establishing S-D wafer state data for each unverified S-D wafer, establishing a first set of evaluation wafers comprising a first number of the unverified S-D wafers, establishing first operational states for a plurality of S-D evaluation elements, determining a first number of available evaluation elements, establishing a first S-D transfer sequence, transferring the first set of S-D evaluation wafers to the first number of available evaluation elements in one or more evaluation subsystems and applying a first corrective action when the number of S-D evaluation wafers is greater than the first number of available evaluation elements.

Abstract: The present invention is using a ball hopper as a highly visible tennis court target. This is accomplished by attaching a bright colored target accessory to the ball hopper. The attaching fasteners can be implemented as separate elements or they can be integrated into or attached to the target accessory. There is a vast choice of fasteners that are appropriate for this invention, some of which are eye and hook pairs, Velcro tape, various types of laces, ribbons, self latching plastic fasteners, etc. The listed fasteners may be permanently attached to non-elastic or elastic ribbons that are permanently attached to the targeting accessory or are integral part of it. In one embodiment of the present invention the target accessory is built as a sleeve that is pulled over the handle of a ball hopper in order to place it in the desired working position without fasteners.

Abstract: A radiofrequency ablation system provides multiple ground pads and active control of current flow through the ground pads to provide improved power sharing at the tissue near the ground pads reducing risk of patient skin burns for higher power ablation generators.

Abstract: A screw, driving device, and method are provided for repairing a tissue injury of a patient, such as a meniscal tear in a knee or osteochondritis dissecans. The screw has a root, a distal section having a narrowing cross section toward the distal end, and a thread along at least a portion of the root between the proximal end and the distal end. Along a leading section extending from the distal end, the helical pitch is substantially constant; along a trailing section between the leading section and the root's proximal end, the helical pitch decreases. The substantially constant pitch along the leading section assists in preventing a stripping of the helical section. At the proximal end is a head having a diameter greater than a major root diameter of the central section. The head is for improving the tissue retention characteristics of the screw.

Abstract: An air bag assembly adapted for use in opposing relation to a vehicle occupant. The assembly includes one or more tethering elements which may be selectively released from a first restrained condition to a second restrained condition in a predefined manner so as to control the inflated profile of the air bag cushion based upon vehicle and/or occupant conditions while nonetheless maintaining tension within the tethering elements in both the first and second restrained conditions.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for dispensing a solution on a substrate is described in which the solution is dispensed through a solution nozzle assembly while the substrate is rotated. As the solution is dispensed, the solution on the substrate forms a wave front that radially spreads from the substrate center to the substrate edge. The dispensing of the solution is performed in such a way that the solution is dispensed at a radial location substantially equivalent to or less than the radial location of the wave front at any instant in time.

Abstract: This invention provides quinazolines that are useful for treating cell proliferative diseases and disorders, such as cardiovascular diseases, infections, cancers, autoimmune diseases, gout, kidney disease, and neurodegenerative diseases and disorders such as Alzheimer's disease. We have now discovered a group of 2-arylamino-7-(alkyl)oxy-8-alkylquinazolines and 8-alkyl-2-arylamino-quinazoline 2,7-diamines that are potent inhibitors of cyclin-dependent kinases (cdks). The compounds are readily synthesized and can be administered by a variety of routes, including orally, and have sufficient bioavailability. This invention also provides pharmaceutical formulations comprising at least one of the quinazoline compounds together with a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, diluent, or excipient therefor. The invention further provide useful intermediates generated during the production of the quinazoline compounds.

Abstract: An air bag safety system for cushioning restraint of a vehicle occupant during an impact event. The safety system includes a variable depth inflatable air bag cushion inflated by a gas emitting inflator within an inflator housing. A cover element of substantially pliable material is located in adjustable relation to a vent opening across a wall of the housing. The cover element is selectively displaceable relative to the vent opening in response to the inflation depth of the air bag cushion so as to adjust venting characteristics across the housing.

Abstract: Methods of imaging a portion of a body of a patient are provided. In the methods, a contrast agent including an iso-osmotic contrast agent is administered to the patient. In a preferred embodiment, the iso-osmotic contrast agent comprises polyethylene glycol (PEG) and electrolytes, which make the PEG iso-osmotic. In a preferred embodiment, a positive contrast agent, such as an iodine-based contrast agent, is added to the PEG. The iso-osmotic contrast agent can be administered in volumes that are lower than previous contrast agents. The iso-osmotic contrast agent can be administered in combination with a positive intravenous contrast agent. At least one image of the portion of the patient's body is obtained, such as by computed tomography, after the contrast agent is administered. The methods can be used to image a pelvis, GI tract, and/or appendix of the patient. Iso-osmotic contrast agents are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a platform on which a ball machine is temporarily mounted and can be secured. Beneath the platform a type of pivot or other variety of mobility providing device(s) is/are attached, to allow the platform to move about in multiple directions and/or rotate. The support platform can be allowed to roll, rotate, tilt and turn while a ball machine is attached to it. Handle(s) can be attached to the platform to allow someone to manually manage/dictate the aim or position of the apparatus, thus control or change the direction of each ball fed when a ball machine is in operation and attached to the structure.

Abstract: A process for preparing a 2-(pyridin-4-ylamino)-pyrido[2,3-d]pyrimidine of Formula II comprising reacting a 4-aminopyridine of the formula with an alkali metal amide or hydride and a 2-alkylsulfanyl-pyrido[2,3-d]pyrimidine of Formula I wherein R1, R2, R? and R?, and aryl are as defined in the specification.

Abstract: Efficient ablation with multiple prong electrodes is obtained by electrically isolating the prongs from each other and rapidly switching electric power between the prongs, between a prong and a ground pad, or both. In this way, power distribution to a tumor can be controlled efficiently without the need to change probe geometry.

Abstract: An air bag safety system for cushioning restraint of a vehicle occupant during an impact event. The safety system includes a variable depth inflatable air bag cushion having at least one vent opening. A cover element of substantially pliable material is located in overlying relation to the vent opening. The cover element is selectively displaceable relative to the vent opening in response to the inflation depth of the air bag cushion so as to adjust venting characteristics.

Abstract: A method and apparatus in a data processing system for processing graphics data in a processing element. A command is received. A determination is then made as to whether the command affects processing of current graphics data within the processing element. The command is sent to a subsequent processing element if the processing element is unaffected by the command. The command is held without affecting the processing element if the command affects processing of the current graphics data within the processing element until processing of the current graphics data has completed.

Abstract: Methods and materials for preparing irreversible inhibitors of tyrosine kinases of general Formula 1 are disclosed. Such inhibitors, which include N-[4-(3-chloro-4-floro-phenylamino)-7-(3-morpholin-4-yl-propoxy)-quinazolin-6-yl]-acrylamide, are useful for treating cancer, restenosis, atherosclerosis, endometriosis and psoriasis. The disclosed methods employ protecting schemes to minimize undesirable diacryloylamino-quinazoline side products.

Abstract: Event positioning and detection system and methods which can determine an event epicenter based on tangential relationships between a plurality of sensors and the waveform created by the event as it occurs and is detected in a medium.