Abstract: An improved apparatus for connecting a mobile end system to a communications network includes a mobile end system with storage that is assigned a first unique identity code. An interface with a first transmitter is assigned a second unique identity code and is linked to the mobile end system via a first communications channel. A data switch with a second transmitter is assigned a third unique identity code, and is linked to the interface via a second communications channel. The data switch is also linked to the communications network via a third communications channel. The mobile end system transmits at least the first unique identity code to the interface, which transmits a least the first and second unique identity codes to the data switch, which in turn transmits at least the first, second and third unique identity codes to the communications network.

Abstract: A wear resistant and impact tolerant plow blade comprising a plurality of ternate layers of wear resistant and impact resistant materials. Each layer extends from the leading edges of the plow blade rearwardly and is fabricated of a homogeneous material. Each layer has substantially parallel sides and abuts an adjacent layer or layers to form a substantially seamless plow.

Abstract: An improved method for fabricating ceramic composites, particularly single crystal alumina fiber and yttrium-aluminum garnet (YAG) matrix composites. The method of this invention comprises the steps of (a) coating the fiber with a metal which is stable under oxidizing conditions, such as Pd, (b) coating the metal-coated fiber with a fugitive phase, such as Mo, (c) incorporating the coated fiber into a matrix material, (d) densifying the fiber-matrix into a composite and (e) heat treating the composite under oxidizing conditions to remove the fugitive phase.

Abstract: A new distinct variety of white peach with the following noted uniqueness:1. A late maturing white peach of large size.2. Fruit with excellent flavor, aroma, and eating quality.3. Fruit with firm flesh and good shipping and storing qualities when handled carefully.4. Fruit with bright attractive red and yellow skin color.5. Fruit with very high soluble solids.6. Fruit that can be eaten with skin on with no bitter after taste.7. Fruit with very little skin pubescence.8. A tree with very vigorous upright growth.9. A tree that is early bearing.10. A tree that is tolerant of peach leaf curl.11. A white peach that maintains its flesh firmness, color, and flavor when canned or preserved.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of peach tree which has the unique combination of outstanding features that are desirable in a new variety:1. Fruit with good flavor and eating quality.2. Early maturity of its fruit.3. Fruit with good handling and shipping quality.4. Having a low winter chilling requirement of approximately 350 hours.5. Heavy and regular production of fruit.6. Fruit having yellow ground color with an attractive red blush.7. Vigorous upright growth.

Abstract: A Chrysanthemum plant named Spring Delano particularly characterized by its flat capitulum form; decorative capitulum type; red-purple ray floret color, with the base of the ray floret being white and variable in length depending on environmental conditions; diameter across face of capitulum of 110 to 127 mm when fully opened, when grown as a pinched disbudded pot mum; photoperiodic flowering response to short days of 55 to 63 days; plant height, with 14 long days after sticking unrooted cuttings and with 1 to 2 applications of 2500 ppm B-9 SP, ranges from 25 to 35 cm when grown as a pinched pot mum with 4 cuttings in a 15 cm pot; spreading and prolific branching pattern; and recommended as a disbudded pot mum.

Abstract: A Chrysanthemum plant named White Cinderella particularly characterized by its flat capitulum form; decorative capitulum type; white ray floret color; diameter across face of capitulum of 64 to 73 mm when fully opened, when grown as a single stem spray cut mum; flowering response in Salinas under normal temperatures is 46 to 53 days after start of short days; flowering response in Bogota, Colombia is 58 to 63 days; plant height is 86 to 94 cm when grown in Salinas with 14 to 18 long days prior to start of short days; height is 104 to 112 cm when grown in Bogota with 21 long days prior to start of short days; peduncle length of the first lateral at flowering after removing the apical bud without growth regulator applications is 8 to 13 cm when grown in Salinas, and 13 to 15 cm when grown in Bogota; peduncle length of the fourth lateral at flowering is 10 to 15 cm when grown in Salinas, and 18 to 20 cm when grown in Bogota; high production of flowers per stem, with 10 to 14 laterals developing; top laterals pro

Abstract: A Chrysanthemum plant named White Cherie particularly characterized by its flat capitulum flat capitulum form; daisy capitulum type; white ray floret color; diameter across face of capitulum of 35 to 44 mm when fully opened, when grown as a pinched spray pot mum; very floriferous, with excellent display of many small flowers; photoperiodic flowering response of 50 to 53 days after start of short days; plant height, with 13 to 14 long days after sticking unrooted cuttings with 0 to 1 applications of 2500 ppm B-9 SP ranges from 20 to 28 cm when grown as a pinched pot mum with 4 cuttings in a 15 cm pot; branching pattern is spreading and prolific, each plant having 7 to 9 laterals after pinch; and recommended as a spray pot mum.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Dahlia plant named Lizzy characterized by its purple red ray floret color; full and dense inflorescences; large inflorescence diameter; inflorescences held above the foliage; compact growth habit; and simple leaf arrangement.

Abstract: A vegetatively reproduced buffalograss cultivar, named 315 Buffalograss, is distinguished by its excellent dark green color, high density, low growth habit, drought resistance, heat and cold tolerance, wear tolerance, low maintenance requirements and slow rate of establishment.

Abstract: A variety of Kentucky Bluegrass having a medium to high level of resistance to leaf spot and melting out disease, dollar spot, rusts, stripe smut and powdery mildew; a dark green color throughout the growing season; the ability to form medium to high quality turf under a wide variety of environmental conditions; a moderately wide blade; a low growth habit; and a medium level of seed yielding capacity.

Abstract: A uni-brace mechanism is provided which allows a vehicle seat to be attached to the vehicle seat slide adjusters made by various manufacturers. A front bracket and a rear bracket are spaced apart and attached to the underside of a vehicle seat. Each bracket includes two pairs of receiving holes, with each receiving hole having at least one corresponding engagement hole spaced apart from the receiving hole. The various engagement holes combined to form various generally rectangular patterns, spaced at distances to correspond to the bolt patterns found on vehicle seat slide adjusters. A pal nut is inserted into a receiving hole and into engagement with the proper corresponding engagement hole. Pal nut includes a hub with an internal thread which is positioned within the engagement hole. The bolt on the vehicle seat slide adjuster are threaded through the engagement hole and into the hub, attaching the vehicle seat slide adjuster to the bracket.

Abstract: A circuital arrangement which comprises a vertical PNP transistor with insulated collector, which has a P-type collector structure surrounded by an N-type well and forms a junction therewith.

Abstract: A bowling ball having an elongated weight member integrally incorporated therein for enhancing the ball's inherent, angular momentum as it travels down a lane. The weight member has a longitudinal axis with a maximum cross-section at an intermediate axial position, and an inward, uniform taper extending from this intermediate axial position towards opposite, terminal ends. When the ball is released with the axis of the weight member in a predetermined orientation with respect to the bowler's track, as determined by the position of the grip hole(s) relative to the weight block, pin action is enhanced thereby producing consistently higher scores.

Abstract: Embodiments of an eye shield for a visor or cap bill which may be removably attached to the bill of a visor or cap by pressing clips onto the right edge and the left edge of the bill of a visor or cap. Anchors are provided which may be removably attached to the clips by hinge pins which protrude downward through the clips. The anchors are attached to an eye shield and the eye shield may be flipped down to protect the user's eyes from various environmental irritants or flipped upward inconspicuously out of the user's line of vision.

Abstract: A self-conforming, head worn device which includes a head encircling band and a visor dependent therefrom which are fabricated from a flexible material that softens and conforms to a wearer's head upon warming up to the body temperature of the wearer. The head band includes a first fastening member on a first tail, and a second fastening member on a second tail of the head band. A plurality of protrusions on the first fastening member reversibly engage a plurality of bores on the second fastening member. The head band material is preferably a polymeric material which has a T.sub.g or softening temperature that is slightly lower than the human body temperature so that, when worn about the head of a wearer, the head band softens and conforms to the shape of the wearer's head, thereby maximizing wearer comfort. In an alternative embodiment, there is included hair receiving member in the form of a generally circular "pony-tail" adapter for use by persons with long hair.

Abstract: A custom-fit cap having a visor portion and a substantially hemispherical crown portion attached to the visor portion and at least a crown portion opposite the visor and covering the back of the head being formed of the material that stretches at least circumferentially about the crown portion for accommodating various head sizes. A band that is stretchable circumferentially and is attached to the inside of the hemispherical crown portion adjacent the base thereof forms a sweat band to engage the head of the user while allowing the cap to stretch circumferentially with at least that portion of the crown portion covering the back of the head opposite the visor, so as to enable the cap to self-adjust automatically to fit a plurality of head sizes.

Abstract: An adjustment strap for a jacket hood which includes a plurality of buttonholes spaced apart at a distance equal to a separation distance between two buttons located on an interior surface of the hood. One end of the adjustment strap is permanently anchored to the jacket or hood with the other end being slidable within a sleeve extending about the periphery of the hood opening. The adjustment strap is slidable between three positions to provide varying degrees of reduction of the size of the hood opening. At each of the three positions, at least one button is secured to the adjustment strap to maintain the position of the adjustment strap and thus the size of the opening of the hood, at a fixed position. Intentional manipulative effort must be performed to change the position of the adjustment strap so as to alter the size of the opening of the jacket hood.

Abstract: An ear protector for protecting outer ear structure including the pinna, helix and ear lobe, includes a U-shaped retainer with first and second legs joined by a bight and a shield which is pivoted to the retainer at the bight. The retainer is slipped over the ear with the bight and one leg being behind the ear. The shield is then pivoted down over the ear to sandwich the ear between the retainer and shield. Preferably, the shield is lined with a soft foam on its inside surface and has a layer of heat protecting foil on its outer surface.

Abstract: An article of footwear (10) is provided that comprises an inner layer of material (14) that is worn next to the skin of a user (12). A friction isolation layer (16) is disposed outwardly from the inner layer (14). An outer layer (20) is disposed outwardly from the inner layer (14) and the friction isolation layer (16). Movement of the outer layer (20) is not translated to the inner layer (14) due to the positioning of friction isolation layer (16) between the inner layer (14) and the outer layer (20).