Abstract: The invention concerns a method of finding the position of a mobile radio-frequency transceiver in a communications system. A network of at least two unsynchronized base stations arranged to transmit/receive signals to at least one mobile-radio frequency transceiver; a reference receiver located at a known distance from the base stations and including measuring means to measure the times of arrival of signals transmitted from the base stations; determination means to use the known distances and measured times to determine the relative time offsets of transmissions from each base station; and location means to use the determined relative time offsets to calculate the position of a mobile transceiver in the network area using hyperbolic positioning techniques. A number of other enhancements to positioning systems relating to the usage of Doppler, carrier information, direction of arrival to improve the performance of mobile telephone-based positioning systems are also described.

Abstract: An announcement device in an electronic switching system is disclosed. It includes a virtual recorder in an electronic switching system. This allows for using a virtual channel for recording and monitoring voice announcements without occupying a system channel. The device includes a first switch highway (SHW) control section for controlling an announcement, a second SHW control section for controlling the announcement, a SHW channel for passing control signals of the first SHW control section and the second SHW control section, and a switch coupled to the SHW channel for performing an announcement. The first SHW control section and the second SHW control section perform address latching and data latching, respectively, for the announcement. The announcement device thus allows for a recording/monitoring service or a self loop-back test, without occupying a channel among the SHW channels performing announcement services.

Abstract: A communication handset comprising a receiver for receiving a RF signal incorporating reference altitude and associated atmospheric pressure data; a pressure sensor for measuring atmospheric pressure and processing means for determining from the received atmospheric pressure data and measured atmospheric pressure the difference in altitude between the handset and the reference altitude.

Abstract: This is a radio communication system having a radio base station controller 20 which is connected to a plurality of base stations 10n−1, 10n and 10n+1, and then assigns a fixed channel to each of radio mobile stations 18a, 18b and 18c, and further controls the beam patterns of the radio base stations 10n−1, 10n and 10n+1, and accordingly carries out the radio communications with the radio mobile stations 18a, 18b and 18c. The radio base station controller 20, when transmitting to and receiving from the different radio mobile stations 18a, 18b and 18c to which the same channel is assigned, controls the beam patterns so that the channels do not interfere with each other.

Abstract: Corresponding to transmission data 101, phase controller 105 is controlled to shift a phase of modulated signal 103 by 0° or 180°. Planes of polarization of modulated signals to be transmitted from antennas 106 and 107 are made different from each other corresponding to transmission data 101. The electric field strength of a signal received at antenna 108 changes corresponding to the plane of polarization, thereby voltage value 113 output from electric field strength detector 111 varies corresponding to transmission data 101, and using this variation, judged result 115 is obtained. Two results, namely, demodulated data 112 and judged result 115 are input to comparing circuit 116, whereby the reception apparatus is capable of obtaining received data 117 with high quality.

Abstract: A group wagering game is provided in which all entrants win or lose simultaneously as a group. The method of playing the game includes forming a group consisting of all entrants who have made a first wager on a first game and a second wager on the outcome of second group game. The outcome of the second group game is determined first, but is only applied if the first game is a winner. As such, a “bonus” round of play is provided which generates group interest and excitement in the gaming experience.

Abstract: A method for providing bonus jackpot payoffs during a bonus mode time period in a system of linked gaming machines interconnected to a controller. Eligible gaming machines are determined at the time the bonus time period starts. Once the bonus mode time period starts, a portion of the eligible gaming machines are randomly selected for multiple jackpot bonus payoff opportunities. The random selection determines the rate the opportunities are issued and the average length of the bonus mode time period. Once gaming machines are selected they are allowed to complete the game they are currently involved in and should the play result in a winning combination, then the game payoff is multiplied by a bonus multiplier. The underlying gaming machine is responsible, in a conventional fashion, for paying the game payoff and the controller then authorizes a further jackpot bonus payoff of the bonus multiplier less one times the game payoff. The bonus pool value is then decremented by the amount paid by the controller.

Abstract: The desktop tremor joystick of the present invention is for games that require additional special effect. The user can experience tremor from the handle or steering wheel during game play. This invention is low cost but provides high entertainment value.

Abstract: A method and a system for a distributed electronic tournament system in which many remotely located players participate in a tournament through input/output devices connected to a central controller which manages the tournament. The method includes the steps of (a) uniquely identifying a player communicating with the central controller via an associated input/output device; (b) responding to payment of an entry fee by the player for allowing the player to participate in a tournament occurring within a fixed time window via an associated input/output device; (c) accessing a database to store in the database player information that is generated as the player participates in the tournament, such information being available for use in a subsequent tournament, which is administered by said controller and in which the player participates; and (d) awarding the player a prize for achieving a pre-established performance level in the tournament.

Abstract: The medical/technical tool holder apparatus (2) with torque limitation comprises a receiver (5) for at least one shear body (7) and a shearing means (10a) which is rotatably connected to the receiver (5) and which is arranged in such a manner with respect to a shear body (7) located in the receiver (5) that the shearing means (10a) contacts the shear body (7) as soon as a torque acts on the shearing means (10a), with the shearing means (10a) and the shear body (7) being mutually matched and arranged in such a manner that the shearing means (10a) at least partly severs the shear body (7) when a specific torque is exceeded.

Abstract: A driving wheel bearing unit is disclosed which facilitates works including mounting and dismounting to/from a car body. The driving wheel bearing unit is set to satisfy Da≧Db, where Da is the diameter of its external member across a fitting surface thereof to be fitted to a mating member such as a knuckle, and Db is the maximum diameter of its constant velocity joint, so that a mounting bolt fixing the external member can be released to allow unitary extraction of the entire wheel bearing unit and the external member.

Abstract: A golf swing training apparatus is disclosed, the apparatus comprising a support structure for supporting the golf swing training apparatus in a support plane, and a telescopic swing training arm connected to the support structure and further connectable to a golf club shaft. The telescopic swing training arm is biased toward a predetermined length, whereby the swing training arm is urged toward the predetermined length in response to axial movement thereof in either first or second directions away from the predetermined length. The predetermined length is such as to accommodate a preferred path of travel for a golf club through a portion of a golf swing.

Abstract: A golf club set in which the weight balance of club shafts is optimized for each individual club. The weight balance at the grip-end of the shaft of each of the individual golf clubs increases as the corresponding loft angles of each of the individual golf clubs increase.

Abstract: A graphite archery arrow having an elongate shaft, a fletching portion at the end of the shaft, and a tip portion at the opposite end of the shaft, the shaft consisting of a number of graphite fibers longitudinally oriented along the shaft; a number of graphite fibers biased to the longitudinally oriented graphite fibers; and a binder holding together the longitudinally oriented graphite fibers and the biased graphite fibers. The arrow may also have a tapered portion and a parallel portion.

Abstract: A chain includes a pair of rocker joint pins inserted through laterally aligned pin holes of two adjacent link plates. The pin holes have a pair of upper and lower pin-position constraining surfaces arranged to face upper and lower flat surfaces, respectively, of each rocker joint pin with a very small clearance defined therebetween so that the rocker joint pin is always kept in position against displacement in a vertical direction relative to the link plates. When the chain is urged to warp or bend into a V shape, each of the rocker joint pins is gripped by the upper pin-position constraining surface of one of the two adjacent link plates and a warp blocking surface of the other of the two adjacent link plate. Thus, such warping of the chain does not take place.

Abstract: The invention relates to a drive belt (1) for a transmission realizing a continuously adjustable transmission ratio comprising at least one continuous band (20) having a part, which, when in a longitudinally stretched state (cross section A-A), shows a curvature in a direction transverse to the longitudinal direction of the drive belt (1), said curvature being of a generally arc-like shape having a stretched band radius RSB, associated with a number of cross elements (30), each having a contact face (31) for interacting with a principle face (24) of the continuous band (20) and provided with a transverse convex curvature of a generally arc-like shape having a face radius RS. The inverse value (1/RS) of the face radius RS minus the inverse value (1/RSB) of the stretched band radius RSB is notionally larger than -5 [m−1], preferably larger than −3.5 [m−1].

Abstract: A motor wheel for driving the driving wheel of an industrial vehicle and the like, comprising upstream of a two-stage rotary-ring reduction unit, a gearbox with fixed-ring epicyclic gear train, with at least two positions which respectively correspond to the high or travel speed and to the low or working speed. A parking brake is further provided downstream of the gearbox with respect to the motion input.

Abstract: An anti-rollback system for an automatic transmission includes an output gear connected to an output shaft of the automatic transmission, and a magnetic sensor for detecting output rpm of the output gear. The magnetic sensor is electrically connected to an ECU (electronic control unit) and the output gear has a plurality of teeth, each tooth having a slot formed on its upper surface thereof.

Abstract: In a method and apparatus for controlling a driving engine/transmission unit having a continuously variable automatic transmission, the transmission output torque acting upon the driving wheels of a vehicle and the engine reaction torque retroacting upon the driving engine can be adjusted by way of a regulated transmission variable.

Abstract: A multiple-gear vehicle transmission (3) has a split gear assembly (17) on its input side, a range gear assembly (19) on its output side, and a main gear assembly (18) between them. A drive power of an engine (1) is transmitted to a propeller shaft (5) via the multiple-gear vehicle transmission (3). The split gear assembly (17) has a neutral position (N) in addition to high and low gear positions (H, L). In general, a splitter controller (9, 20) intermittently shifts the split gear assembly (17) between the neutral position (N) and high gear position (H) to intermittently lubricate various parts such as bearings (61A, 61B, 61C) and synchronization mechanisms in a transmission casing (3a). By shifting the split gear assembly (17) into the high gear position, a counter shaft (32) is caused to rotate so that oil is scooped up toward the bearings by the counter shaft (32) and is also supplied to the bearings by an oil pump (35).

Abstract: A hydraulic control apparatus for automatic transmissions, capable of adapting the apparatus to a change in the specifications for a lockup clutch which causes the relationship between the supplying and discharging of a hydraulic pressure for a lockup control operation to be reversed with respect to the connection of oil passages. A valve body of the hydraulic control apparatus is formed by laminating at least two members on each other, and has a valve for regulating a hydraulic pressure supplied to a lockup clutch of a hydraulic transmission unit, a control unit for applying a signal pressure to the pressure regulating valve, a source pressure oil passage for supplying a basic pressure for a pressure regulating operation, and drain oil passage communicated with a drain port. The pressure regulating passage is provided at both sides of a port, which communicates with a lockup oil chamber via an oil passage, with a port communicating with an oil passage, and a port communicating with another oil passage.

Abstract: A computerized connection system between exercise stations, comprising an exercise machine or equipment item and interface means to allow the exchange of information between the user and the station itself, includes a telecommunication network operatively interposed between the exercise stations to allow the connection, information exchange and communication of the users of the individual stations.

Abstract: An exercise device includes a frame having a pair of crank arms pivotally supported thereupon. Each crank arms engages a drive link, and each drive link engages a guide member. A foot link is pivotally connected to each guide member, and a control link pivotally connects each foot link to a drive link. In operation, the drive links and crank arms cooperate to cause the reciprocal motion of the guide members, and the control link operates to vary the angle between each foot link and its associate guide member as that guide member reciprocates. The apparatus provides a very natural running and stepping action for a user who is positioned on the foot links.

Abstract: The exerciser has a pair of arcuate posts having lower footrests for resting on the ground, and a U-shape spacer bar, mounted to the top ends of the arcuate posts for free abutting against an upright wall. The two posts therefore remain substantially parallel to each other and to the upright wall. The posts are provided with notches distributed along their length, in a horizontally registering pair of which a push-up bar may be inserted for support of the push-up bar at a selected height over ground. The exerciser takes minimal ground space, yet allows may different types of exercises to be performed by an individual.

Abstract: In a process for manufacturing brochures, books or like products, having a jacket constructed with turned-in flaps, the folded edges of the said flaps preferably protruding beyond the front cut of the block or terminating flush with the latter, what is provided for, with a view to more economic production, is that leaves or folded sheets are gathered in a gathering machine (3) to form a block (1), the said block (1) is fed to a first cutting station (A) and trimmed on the front side (1a) and is transferred into an adhesive binding machine (4) in which the leaves or folded sheets are joined, by the application of an adhesive, to the previously processed block back, and the said block (1) is cased into a jacket; and that the block (1), provided with a jacket, is fed to a second cutting station (B) and the product (2) is trimmed at the top and bottom sides (2a, 2b).

Abstract: Disclosed are silicoaluminates (SAPOs) having unique silicon distributions, a method for their preparation and their use as naphtha cracking catalysts. More particularly, the new SAPOs have a high silica:alumina ratio and favorable Si atom distribution.

Abstract: A modified carrier carrying on at least a part of an inert carrier surface an oxide which is represented by the formula (1): XaYbZcOd (wherein X is at least an element selected from alkaline earth metals; Y is at least an element selected from Si, Al, Ti and Zr; Z is at least an element selected from Group IA elements and Group IIIb elements of the periodic table, B, Fe, Bi, Co, Ni and Mn; and O is oxygen; a, b, c and d denote the atomic ratios of X, Y, Z and O, respectively, where a=1, 0<b≦100, 0≦c≦10, and d is a numerical value determined by the extents of oxidation of the other elements) is provided. A catalyst formed with the use of this modified carrier carrying a complex oxide containing Mo and V is useful as a vapor-phase catalytic oxidation catalyst, and is particularly suitable as a catalyst for preparing acrylic acid through vapor phase catalytic oxidation of acrolein.

Abstract: A herbicidal composition comprising, in addition to customary inert formulation assistants, a compound of formula I 1

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel compounds of the formula (I) 1

Abstract: An electromagnetic resonator has a resonant element made of a high-temperature superconducting material such as YBa2Cu3O7-x. The resonant element has a substrate coated with a thermally conductive layer such as silver, over which the high-temperature superconductor material is placed. The thermally conductive layer distributes heat along the length of the resonant element to minimize the effects of localized heating at, for instance, the center of the resonator. The resonant element is held to a housing by a mounting mechanism including a post made of polycrystalline alumina. The polycrystalline alumina transfers heat away from the center of the resonant element and may be used to suppress spurious response due to second harmonic resonance.

Abstract: A working fluid according to the invention is supplied to a working point where a working of a workpiece is performed with the working fluid. The working fluid contains a solvent and microcapsules filled with liquid-state substances, the microcapsules being dispersed in the solvent. A working process according to the invention performs a working of a workpiece with the working fluid, the working fluid containing the solvent and the microcapsules filled with the liquid-state substances, the microcapsules being dispersed in the solvent. In the working process according to the invention, the working fluid is supplied to a working point of the workpiece. The working of the workpiece is performed at the working point with the working fluid supplied to the working point.

Abstract: Hair conditioning formulations containing a particular combination of cationic surfactants, have improved hair care benefits while maintaining excellent in-use characteristics. The compositions contain a first cationic surfactant such as cetyl trimethyl ammonium chloride, stearyl trimethyl ammonium chloride and behenyl trimethyl ammonium chloride. A second hydrophilically substituted cationic surfactant such as cocamidopropyl-N-2-hydroxyethylcarbamoylmethyldimethylammonium chloride, and a lipid material such as cetyl alcohol. Although formulations of the invention are based principally on cationic surfactant, and generally contain no anionic or amphoteric surfactant, they provide an acceptable level of cleaning and lathering whilst still conveying the wet slippy feel desired by consumers in connection with conventional hair conditioners.

Abstract: A cleaning solution for cleaning microelectronic substrates, particularly for post-CMP or via formation cleaning. The cleaning solution comprises a quaternary ammonium hydroxide, an organic amine, a corrosion inhibitor, optionally an organic acid, and water. A preferred cleaning solution comprises tetramethylammonium hydroxide, monoethylanolamine, gallic acid ascorbic acid, and water with the alkalinity of the cleaning solution greater than 0.073 milliequivalents base per gram of solution.

Abstract: Fabric care products and sprayable compositions comprise at least one amine- or amide-epichlorohydrin resin or derivative thereof. The fabric care products are adapted for use in a tumble dryer and may comprise a substrate, such as a flexible sheet or sponge or a dispenser such as a dosing ball, for delivery of the resin. The sprayable compositions are applied to the fabric prior to tumble drying. The products and compositions may be used in a laundering process to improve the appearance and/or texture of fabrics.

Abstract: Fabric softener compounds having the formula: [RC(O)]nN+(R1)mX−wherein each R in a compound is a C6-C22 hydrocarbyl group, preferably having an IV from about 70 to about 140 based upon the IV of the equivalent fatty acid, n is a number from 1 to three on the weight average in any mixture of compounds, each R1 in a compound is a C1-3 alkyl or hydroxy alkyl group, the total of n and the number of R1 groups that are hydroxyethyl groups equaling 3, n+m−4 and X is a softener compatible anion, preferably methyl sulfate, the compound or mixtures of such compounds, having (a) either a Hunter “L” transmission of at least about 85, typically from about 85 to about 95, preferably from about 90 to about 95, more preferably about 95, if possible, (b) only non-detectable levels, at the conditions of use, of odorous compounds selected from the group consisting of: isopropyl acetate, which should be less than about 5, preferably less than about 3, and more preferably less than abou

Abstract: Disclosed is a process for transfecting genetic material into a mammalian cell to alter endogenous properties of the cell. The process comprises designing a polynucleotide for transfection. Then the polynucleotide is inserted into a mammalian vessel such as a tail vein or artery. Prior to insertion, subsequent to insertion, or concurrent with insertion the permeability of the vessel is increased thereby the genetic material is delivered to the parenchymal cell altering endogenous properties of the cell.

Abstract: A stable pharmaceutical composition includes a 4,5-epoxy-morphinan derivative, and includes at least one of the group consisting of a water soluble antioxidant, a fat soluble antioxidant, a synergist, a sugar, and a surfactant.

Abstract: An improved platelet gel wound healant, and methods of preparation and use thereof for healing wounds are disclosed. The improved wound healant comprises a therapeutically effective amount of activated growth factors and ascorbic acid with optional one or more additional anti-oxidant such as vitamin A and/or E, and optional one or more antibiotics.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new, efficient processes for the preparation of 5-(2-oxazolylalkylthio)-2-arylacetylaminothiazole compounds of formula I 1

Abstract: This invention relates to a pharmaceutical composition for angiotensin II-mediated diseases, which comprises a compound having angiotensin II antagonistic activity of the formula 1

Abstract: Coagulation control compositions suitable for use in connection with PT and/or APTT assays are disclosed along with their methods of preparation and methods of use. Preferred coagulation controls comprise plasma and an anticoagulant having activity for enhancing the activity of antithrombin III (ATIII) or of heparin co-factor II (HCII) against thrombin or against a clotting factor selected from the group consisting of factors IXa, Xa and XIa. The anticoagulant is preferably a glycosaminoglycan such as heparin, a heparin derivative or a heparin analog. The anticoagulant is preferably combined with (1) an abnormal plasma (e.g. activated plasma or factor-deficient plasma) and/or (2) a primate plasma (e.g. human plasma), and a non-primate mammalian plasma (e.g. bovine plasma). In the latter case, the non-primate mammalian plasma is preferably present in the coagulation control composition in an amount of not more than about 12% by volume, relative to total volume.

Abstract: A composition for the treatment of skin comprises a carboxylated, acidic amino acid obtained by acidifying an acidic amino acid with a carboxylic acid. The resultant material, which is also referred to as a tricarboxylic acid or an amino fruit acid, has significant benefit for the treatment of a number of skin conditions. In addition, the composition of the present invention is very noncaustic to skin, even when employed at a pH as low as 0.5. Also disclosed herein are therapeutic methods and compositions which employ the carboxylated acidic amino acids.

Abstract: The invention discloses a safer Antiarrhythmic drug with controlled Beta Adrenergic activity which comprises a combination of dextro- and laevo-rotatory isomers of sotalol as active ingredients, pharmaceutical compositions with said combination as active ingredients and its preparation and use of the said combination in the treatment of cardiac ailments in mammals including human beings.

Abstract: Methods, kits, apparatus, and compositions for inhibiting cephalic inflammation, including meningeal inflammation and cerebral inflammation for example, in a human patient are provided. The methods comprise intranasally administering to the patient a pharmaceutical composition comprising a local anesthetic, and preferably a long-acting local anesthetic ingredient. A composition useful for practicing the methods of the invention is described which comprises at least one local anesthetic in a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, wherein the composition is formulated for intranasal delivery. A kit comprising the composition and an intranasal applicator is also included in the invention. Apparatus for delivering or applying the compositions of the invention or for performing the methods of the invention are also described.

Abstract: A process for preparing a PET flake mixture for use in connection with the fabrication of high-performance plastic strapping comprises the steps of initially collecting post-consumer and non-post-consumer PET materials having an initially wide range of relatively low intrinsic viscosity (IV) values with a relatively low average intrinsic viscosity (IV) value, and processing the same through solid state polymerization (SSP) so as to obtain a wide range of relatively high intrinsic viscosity (IV) values with a relatively high average intrinsic viscosity (IV) value. The initially collected materials are chopped into flakes and chunks, and the chunks are removed by a suitable destoner so as to render the remaining mixture comprised substantially entirely of flake materials or segments.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of silicone-polyether copolymers of the formula I 1

Abstract: This invention relates to flame-laminable polyurethane block foams having high peel strength, a process for their production and the use thereof for textile lamination.

Abstract: A rubber composition comprised of an elastomer(s), reinforced with a particulate carbon black composite, said composite composed of carbon black having an integral silica on the surface thereof, together with a coupling agent.

Abstract: The use of a dry liquid concentrate mixture is disclosed comprising crumb rubber particles and tall oil, tall oil derivatives or other fatty acids, which may be enhanced by other components, such as modifiers, for use to enhance the properties of parent materials, such as thermoplastic compounding and coatings and elastomers and recycles and asphalt and epoxies and aliphatic urethane using preexisting equipment and preblending processes for the additives and modifiers.

Abstract: A silicon rubber composition for insert molding or two-cavity molding comprising from 0.01 wt % to 10 wt % of a phenolic compound having at least one alkoxy group and at least one alkenyl group per molecule.