Abstract: A quick release storage and locking system with a base, an electric lock, an L-shaped locking bar and a locking post is provided. The L-shaped locking bar comprises a first end movably attached to the base and a second end with a manual lock spaced apart from the first end. The locking post comprises a first locking end and a second locking end spaced apart from the first locking end. The electric lock is configured to engage the first locking end of the locking post such that the locking post is securely attached to the base and the manual lock is configured to engage the second locking end of the locking post such that the locking post is securely attached to the L-shaped locking bar. In some embodiments, the electric lock may be wirelessly activated. In the alternative or in addition to, the electric lock may be keypad activated.

Abstract: The invention is a bag, suitcase, wallet, money belt, purse or briefcase; a flexible vault of the present invention includes an outer pouch having a multilayer construction. The multilayer construction includes at least an inner layer, an outer layer, a first middle layer, and a second middle layer. In addition to the outer pouch, the flexible vault can also include an inner pouch having an extendable roll up portion which extends through an opening in the outer pouch when the outer pouch and the inner pouch are in an open position. The front panel, back panel, and fold over panel of the outer pouch each include an aperture. When the outer pouch is in a closed position the apertures align, enabling a locking mechanism to be threaded through all the apertures which secures the pouch in the closed position.

Abstract: The invention is a bag, suitcase, wallet, money belt, purse or briefcase; a flexible vault of the present invention includes an outer pouch having a multilayer construction. The multilayer construction includes at least an inner layer, an outer layer, a first middle layer, and a second middle layer. In addition to the outer pouch, the flexible vault can also include an inner pouch having an extendable roll up portion which extends through an opening in the outer pouch when the outer pouch and the inner pouch are in an open position. The front panel, back panel, and fold over panel of the outer pouch each include an aperture. When the outer pouch is in a closed position the apertures align, enabling a locking mechanism to be threaded through all the apertures which secures the pouch in the closed position.

Abstract: The invention is a bag, suitcase, wallet, money belt, purse or briefcase; a flexible vault of the present invention includes an outer pouch having a multilayer construction. The multilayer construction includes at least an inner layer, an outer layer, a first middle layer, and a second middle layer. In addition to the outer pouch, the flexible vault can also include an inner pouch having an extendable roll up portion which extends through an opening in the outer pouch when the outer pouch and the inner pouch are in an open position. The front panel, back panel, and fold over panel of the outer pouch each include an aperture. When the outer pouch is in a closed position the apertures align, enabling a locking mechanism to be threaded through all the apertures which secures the pouch in the closed position.

Abstract: For use with a communication devise such as a computer or fax machine, a Category cable including a CAT 5, CAT 5E, CAT6, CAT 7, and CAT 8. CAT refers to Category as defined in “United States Code of Federal Regulations” as are the registered jacks. A telephone cable is spliced to the Category cable. The end of the CAT cable and the end of the telephone cable have Registered Jacks attached thereto. The Registered Jacks are designated RJ and include RJ-11, RJ-12, RJ-25, and RJ-45.

Abstract: A mounting apparatus includes a base having a first and a second end. A first support member is positioned on the first end of the base and a second support member is positioned on the second end of the base. A locking bar is pivotably secured at one end to the second support member and has at an opposite end a lock. The lock engages and is securable to the first support member. Finally, a post is moveably secured to the base. The post engages a switch of a device (e.g., firearm, tool or like device) to prevent activation of the device.

Abstract: A mounting apparatus includes a base, a first support member position on the base, a second support member positioned on the base and spaced apart from the first support member and a movable locking bar that extends between the first and second support member. The base, locking bar and support member cooperating to releaseably secure one or more devices.

Abstract: A mounting apparatus includes a base, a first support member position on the base, a second support member positioned on the base and spaced apart from the first support member and a movable locking bar that extends between the first and second support member. The base, locking bar and support member cooperating to releaseably secure one or more devices.

Abstract: A mounting apparatus includes a base, a first support member position on the base, a second support member positioned on the base and spaced apart from the first support member and a movable locking bar that extends between the first and second support member. The base, locking bar and support member cooperating to releaseably secure one or more devices.

Abstract: A mounting apparatus includes a base having a first and a second end. A first support member is positioned on the first end of the base and a second support member is positioned on the second end of the base. A locking bar is pivotably secured at one end to the second support member and has at an opposite end a lock. The lock engages and is securable to the first support member. Finally, a post is moveably secured to the base. The post engages a switch of a device (e.g., firearm, tool or like device) to prevent activation of the device.

Abstract: An apparatus for supporting articles, the apparatus extending from a vertically-directed surface. A first supporting member and a second supporting member are mounted at first and second predetermined locations along the vertically-directed surface. A first elongated rod and a second elongated rod are secured respectively to the first and second supporting members and extend substantially horizontally outwardly. An elongated cross member rod is pivotally secured to the free end of the first elongated rod. A tab portion extends from the other end of the cross member rod and lockingly engages the cross member rod to the free end of the second elongated rod upon pivoting of the cross member rod in the direction of the second elongated rod. Articles supporting upon the first and second elongated rods are thereby protected from unauthorized removal from the apparatus.

Abstract: A method of determining seal failure is implemented in a ball joint including a stud having a ball embedded in grease within a sealed socket assembly. A dielectric characteristic of the grease is measured to determined if the sealed socket assembly has failed based upon a substantial variation of the measured dielectric characteristic from a predetermined value.

Abstract: A method allows the rapid evaluation of physical properties of chassis elastomeric devices in a motor vehicle. A parametric controller (26) provides a parametric state signal to a elastomer control module (24), which in turn generates an appropriate electrical current signal which is communicated to a variable elastomeric device (22) which includes a magnetorheological elastomer having iron particles embedded therein and a coil operatively associated therewith. When the coil is energized by electrical current signal provided from the elastomer control module (24), a magnetic field is generated which provides predetermined variability in the physical properties of the elastomeric device (22), allowing the rapid evaluation of vehicle performance for given physical properties of the elastomeric device (22).

Abstract: A variable stiffness suspension bushing (18) that is useful in a suspension of a motor vehicle to reduce brake shudder includes a shaft or rod (40) connected to a suspension member (12), an inner cylinder (42) fixedly connected to the shaft or rod (40), and an outer cylinder (44) fixedly connected to a chassis member (16). A magnetorheological (MR) elastomer (48), having iron particles embedded therein, is interposed between the inner (42) and outer (44) cylinders, and a coil (54) is disposed about the inner cylinder (42). When the coil (54) is energized by electrical current provided from a suspension control module (20), a variable magnetic field is generated so as to influence the magnetorheological (MR) elastomer (48) whereby variable stiffness values of the elastomer (48) are obtained to provide the bushing (18) with variable stiffness characteristics in order to eliminate compromises heretofore necessary when using single, fixed rate bushings.

Abstract: A harmonic blocking converter system for converting power between an AC source and a DC source includes a harmonic blocking transformer and a converter which generates undesirable harmonic currents including fifth and seventh harmonic components. The harmonic blocking transformer includes a polyphase main transformer and a harmonic blocker coupled with wye and delta secondary windings of the main transformer, so as to substantially block passage of the fifth and seventh harmonic currents to the AC source. A waveform enhancer may couple the harmonic blocking transformer with the converter. The converter may be constructed for 2-level operation, or, with the addition of auxiliary diodes, for 3-level operation. Such a harmonic blocking transformer and a method of blocking undesirable harmonic currents are also provided.

Abstract: A harmonic blocking converter system for converting power between an AC source and a DC source includes a harmonic blocking transformer and a converter which generates undesirable harmonic currents including fifth and seventh harmonic components. The harmonic blocking transformer includes a polyphase main transformer and a harmonic blocker coupled with wye and delta secondary windings of the main transformer, so as to substantially block passage of the fifth and seventh harmonic currents to the AC source. A waveform enhancer may couple the harmonic blocking transformer with the converter. The converter may be constructed for 2-level operation, or, with the addition of auxiliary diodes, for 3-level operation. Such a harmonic blocking transformer and a method of blocking undesirable harmonic currents are also provided.

Abstract: A gradient current speed-up circuit, for use in a higher-speed NMR imaging system having an associated gradient coil, has a gradient power amplifier receiving an input analog signal controlling amplifier output current, and a transformer having a primary winding and a pair of secondary windings connected in series with the amplifier output and the coil. Semiconductor switching elements selectively connect the primary winding between first and second potential sources, and are turned on and off in selected patterns to cause a current to be suddenly applied to, and removed from, flow through the associated gradient coil; the amplifier output current is changed with the gradient coil current lags behind an amplitude commanded by a master input signal.

Abstract: A fault current protection arrangement for a power converter circuit utilizes gate turn-off thyristors as electronic switching devices. A gate turn-off thyristor is connected between relatively positive and negative voltage buses with a circuit interruption device connected in electrical series arrangement with a cathode terminal of the thyristor. A gate driver circuit is connected for providing control signals to the gate terminal of the thyristor for controlling its on and off states during normal operation. Upon detection of the fault current condition, the gate driver circuit is inhibited and the interruption device open-circuits the cathode terminal of the thyristor to divert current in the thyristor into the gate terminal. The resulting anode-to-gate current results in rapid turn-off of the thyristor.