Abstract: A virtualized, general-purpose computer or consumer electronics (CE) device is provided with and hosts a plug-in module for securely accessing various content services. These modules are referred to as content personalization portable on demand storage units (content personalization PODs).

Abstract: Some embodiments of a system and a method for two-way anonymous communication comprise a server adapted for Internet communication with a first electronic device operated by a user and a second electronic device operated by an observer. The server replaces identifying address information in messages sent from the first electronic device with a first alias. Identifying address information in messages sent from the second electronic device is replaced with a second alias. A user of the first electronic device is therefore unable to see identifying address information for the second electronic device in messages sent to the first alias from the second electronic device. Likewise, a user of the second electronic device is unable to see identifying address information from the first electronic device in messages sent to the second alias from the first electronic device.

Abstract: A flying insect trap which includes a container body, a lid for engaging the container body, a plurality of apertures in the lid, and an attractant containing at least apple cider, vinegar and liquid soap in the container body.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention provide systems and methods for allowing merchants to perform remote credit card transactions by facilitating non-CNP transactions via a package delivery service. A non-CNP transaction includes a credit card transaction where the card is physically presented to the merchant and a receipt may be signed. Various embodiments may also include transactions in which an imprint of the card is taken.

Abstract: Provided are drill stem assemblies with ultra-low friction coatings for subterraneous drilling operations. In one form, the coated drill stem assemblies for subterraneous rotary drilling operations include a body assembly with an exposed outer surface including a drill string coupled to a bottom hole assembly or a coiled tubing coupled to a bottom hole assembly and an ultra-low friction coating on at least a portion of the exposed outer surface of the body assembly, wherein the coefficient of friction of the ultra-low friction coating is less than or equal to 0.15. The coated drill stem assemblies disclosed herein provide for reduced friction, vibration (stick-slip and torsional), abrasion and wear during straight hole or directional drilling to allow for improved rates of penetration and enable ultra-extended reach drilling with existing top drives.

Abstract: A system and method for configuring a network are disclosed. A method may include storing identifying information associated with one or more network devices on a computer-readable medium in an information handling system prior to delivery of the information handling system to a user. The method may also include determining whether the identifying information stored on the information handling system is associated with the network access point. The method may further include automatically configuring network parameters for communication between the network access point and the information handling system in response to a determination that the identifying information stored on the information handling system is associated with the network access point.

Abstract: Gas compression system comprising a compression cylinder having a gas inlet, a compressed gas outlet, and one or more liquid transfer ports; a pump having a suction and a discharge; and a compressor liquid. The system also includes any of the following: a pressure intensifier having an inlet in flow communication with the pump and an outlet in flow communication with the compression cylinder; a feed eductor in flow communication with the discharge of the pump, with a reservoir containing a portion of the compressor liquid, and with the compression cylinder; a drain eductor in flow communication with the discharge of the pump, with the compression cylinder, and with a reservoir containing a portion of the compressor liquid; and a variable-volume compressor liquid accumulator in flow communication with the discharge of the pump.

Abstract: A system for dual-mode medical imaging is provided. The system features components for PET imaging as well as for ultrasonic imaging, with an internal probe that has components to provide capability for both. The system provides cost-efficient PET imaging for smaller regions and organs of interest than conventional full body PET scanner apparatus.

Abstract: A system and method is disclosed for authenticating a removable data storage device (RDSD) by using a trusted information module (TIM) to control access to data files stored on the RDSD. A security information input receiver receives identity verification factors from a user and provides the identity verification factors to the TIM for processing. In some embodiments of the invention, the TIM uses identity verification factors in cryptographic operation to authenticate the user, the RDSD and the information processing system to each other. The TIM then performs similar operations with the contents of one or more authorization files to control access and usage of the data files stored on the RDSD.

Abstract: A system and method is disclosed for authenticating a removable data storage device (RDSD) by implementing a removable trusted information module (TIM) comprising a non-volatile storage medium operable to securely store passwords, digital keys, digital certificates and other security credentials (“security credentials”). An RDSD enclosure comprising a disk storage drive, one or more interfaces, one or more connectors, and a TIM is implemented to be connected, disconnected and reconnected to a plurality of predetermined information handling systems. The RDSD is authenticated by the TIM initiating comparison and cryptographic operations between its contents and the contents of authentication files comprising the RDSD. Once the RDSD has been authenticated, the TIM performs similar operations to authorize access and usage of its contents by the information handling system. Other cryptographic operations are performed to determine whether the integrity of data files has been compromised.

Abstract: A system and method is disclosed for visually communicating disk storage meta information comprising a removable data storage device (RDSD). An RDSD enclosure comprising a disk storage drive, input/output interface, one or more connectors, a storage information module (SIM), a power storage device, and a display is implemented to be connected, disconnected and reconnected to a plurality of predetermined information handling systems. The RDSD is connected to a predetermined information handling system and the SIM gathers information from a plurality of disk information files comprising the RDSD. Once gathered, this information is visually communicated via the SIM to a display comprising the RDSD. When connected to, and powered by, an information handling system, the displayed information is dynamically updated as the operational status of the RDSD changes, but becomes static when RDSD is disconnected.

Abstract: To calibrate the VGA of a read head, test signals from a DAC are input to the VGA and the output of the VGA is observed, with the gain of the VGA being adjusted as appropriate. So that the DAC need not be made with tight tolerances, a DC signal can be fed into the DAC prior to VGA calibration, and an auxiliary ADC is used to receive the output of the DAC and to determine, for a given DC input, what the signal produced by the DAC actually is. In this way, during subsequent VGA calibration the test signal from the DAC is known not by virtue of the DAC having a tight manufacturing tolerance but by virtue of the actual measurements of its outputs for given register inputs.

Abstract: In a first embodiment, a packet, in response to which two or more media players begin playbacks of a piece of media content at a substantially same time, is output. In a second embodiment, a packet is received, and in response to the packet, a time at which to begin a playback of a piece of media content is determined.

Abstract: A tubular mount system for a rocker arm which includes a rigid clamp at the base of the engine head is disclosed. Included is a pedestal mount/adjuster with external threads engageable with internal threads of a trunnion assembly cooperatively associated with a rocker arm whereby the rocker arm can be raised or lowered by turning the pedestal mount/adjuster, rotatably received by a rocker stud. This eliminates the need for an adjuster stud and nut on the rocker arm and a pillow block to hold the device together.

Abstract: A packet memory system is provided. The packet memory system includes a memory cell array for storing a predefined number of packets. Each packet includes a predetermined number of segments. Each of the segments defines a starting point of a memory access. A packet decoder coupled to the memory cell array receives packet select inputs for selecting a packet. A segment decoder coupled to the memory cell array receives segment select inputs for selecting a segment. A data flow multiplexer is coupled to the memory cell array for transferring data between a data bus and the memory cell array. Command and mode registers receive command, read/write (R/W) and chip select (CS) inputs for opening a packet. Responsive to an opened packet, the packet select inputs provide a length for the memory access. Each of the segments has a preprogrammed length. Also each of the segments can be defined for a cache line.

Abstract: A reciprocating pump includes a cylinder with a closed interior compartment; a piston assembly which is moveably mounted within the compartment for reciprocating movement; a linear magnetic drive generates a linearly moving magnetic field for moving the piston assembly; a sealing member between the cylinder and the piston assembly to divide the interior compartment of the cylinder into a dispensing chamber and a reservoir chamber; and an energy storage and release media. In certain preferred embodiments, the pumps are hermetic and the energy storage and release media includes a gaseous substance in the reservoir chamber.

Abstract: A cryocooler system comprising a heat exchanger for cooling a compressed returning warmed cryogenic fluid stream, the heat exchanger having a bypass loop to produce a major stream and a minor stream exiting the heat exchanger. The minor stream is further cooled by expansion and used as a heat exchange medium for an external heat load after which it is compressed and returned to the heat exchanger for heat exchange with the compressed return warmed cryogenic fluid stream. The major stream is further cooled by expansion and recirculated to the heat exchanger to cool the compressed returning warmed cryogenic fluid stream. The major stream and minor stream are combined either inside or outside of said heat exchanger to form the warmed cryogenic fluid inlet stream for compression.

Abstract: A stud welding gun for alternatively welding studs of a first and second length to base members. The gun includes a stud feed member for moving a stud toward a stud holder. The gun further includes at least two stud cartridges each having a plurality of studs in side by side array and opposed end walls extending between first and second side walls. A first cartridge has end walls spaced a distance equal to studs having the first length. A second cartridge has end walls spaced a distance equal to studs having the second length. At least one of the side walls of each cartridge extends to a pre-determined overall length. A housing is adapted to receive the cartridges placing the studs in the path of the stud feed member. The gun includes a stud mover that sequentially moves the studs into the path of the stud feed member.

Abstract: An improved and much simplified method to access data banks in a memory system which provides the option of opening more than one bank in a single command. This is especially useful to achieve bursts of data across bank boundaries in a memory system of synchronous dynamic random access memory cards having fast memory bus speeds. The method decodes signals to generate a single command which may open one or more memory bank at a time. Logic can increment the banks, decrement a bank counter, and, if necessary, increment/decrement a row and/or uniquely address a column so that continual data bursts can be achieved seamlessly across bank boundaries in synchronous dynamic random access memory systems. The data banks may be opened all at once, or can be opened sequentially in a staggered manner according to a synchronous or asynchronous, with respect to the memory clock, time delay During that time delay a nop command or a chip deselect command may execute.