Abstract: A method for measuring mass storage system performance in which the mass storage system has a plurality of disk drive storage elements controlled by a disk drive controller, the controller typically having a cache memory, and the controller receiving commands and data from and returning at least data to a plurality of host computers, provides the flexibility of issuing commands to the controller in a variety of different configurations from a plurality of hosts in a time synchronized and organized fashion. Some significant data reduction techniques control and organize the data for later analysis according to the invention. Time delays and different configurations of both host and storage elements can be effected easily using a novel graphical user interface.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel diagnostic radar data retrieval apparatus and method of using the same. One aspect of the present invention includes a portable unit that extracts and stores radar calibration data from radar specific hardware (via a 1553 communications bus) to a personal computer (PC) for diagnostic purposes. Another aspect of the present invention is a method wherein the calibration data stored in the RCCM device is downloaded to a computer, preferably a PC, with input and display software that receives the data from the RCCM device and processes the radar calibration data into tables for various types of analysis such as, but not limited to, troubleshooting purposes.

Abstract: A state-of-device remote monitor system capable of applying a general-purpose line as a transmission line for transmitting detection signals of a state of a device, comprises an on-the-spot area, and a management area. The on-the-spot area includes an electric device, a detector for detecting a device state of the electric device, and a first communication signal converter for converting detection data obtained by the detection of the detector into communication signals, and transmitting the communication signals.

Abstract: A method and system for programmically communicating with a hardware device under test enables a user to develop flexible and customizable test and simulation programs for hardware devices connected to an industry standard bus. Input test commands are interpreted via a project specific support code component written in a scripting language such as Tcl. An extended scripting language tool provides communications capabilities to the industry standard bus and therefore enables test commands to be transmitted over the industry standard bus subsequent to the communications capabilities being provided to the industry standard bus via the extended scripting language tool. The hardware device is then driven based on the project specific test commands interpreted through the extended scripting language tool and transmitted over the industry standard bus.

Abstract: An invention is provided for testing in a Java based environment. The method includes launching a test harness in a first JVM, and starting a virtual machine (VM) agent in a second JVM. The VM agent is placed in communication with the test harness. The VM agent then executes a test application such that both the test application and the VM agent execute in the second JVM. In this manner, the VM agent is restarted using the test harness if the second JVM fails.

Abstract: A method of tracking machine breakdown (10) comprising, listing each breakdown relative to a first machine (20) and listing the corrective action taken on the first machine relative to each of the breakdowns (30).

Abstract: The guard tour system of the present invention is comprised of a central computer which runs a computer program that enables a variety of electronic hardware components to function as the guard tour system. As a guard progresses through a guard tour, he or she uses a touch button reader to read information stored within a plurality of touch memory buttons located along the patrol route. At the end of the patrol, the guard places the touch button reader in a downloader that transfers the stored data to the central computer which processes the data and generates reports summarizing the patrol data. The computer program of the present invention provides a novel method of organizing security information in heirarchical categories. Further, the guard tour system of the present invention uses a novel method to determine the number of times a guard visited a location in a given time period.

Abstract: A method of performing work on a communication system in accordance with a work assignment includes a step of identifying a data file associated with the work assignment, the data file including subscription information and network location information. The method also includes a step of preparing at least a first set of test parameters for performing a network test, the first set of parameters based on, at least in part, the subscription information and the network location information. The test parameters are then communicated to a test device. Thereafter, the test device performs a first test using the first set of test parameters.

Abstract: To facilitate the testing of a testee network service such as a web service made available on the Internet, various embodiments of a network service test system are provided. In one embodiment, a testee network service is tested using a network service test environment. The network service test environment surrounds the testee network service. The network service test environment comprises at least one mock client that is in data communication with and interacts with the testee network service. The network service test environment also includes at least one mock support network service in data communication with the testee network service. The at least one mock support network service simulates a performance of an actual support network service while a data communication link exists between the actual support network service and the testee network service.

Abstract: A tuneable filter, for example an antenna filter in a single chip radio receiver, comprises a frequency selective circuit (12) including passive reactive components. At least some of the reactive components (48 to 52) are arranged as a bank (46 ) which includes switches (53 to 57) for switching at least one of the reactive components in the bank into the frequency selective circuit. A controller controls the switching means to select the or a combination of the reactive components which provides an optimum sensitivity for an input signal at a first frequency. The switch settings required to optimise the sensitivity for other frequencies is determined by measuring the decrease in sensitivity for other switch settings, with the input signal still at the first frequency, and using stored data about the shape of the frequency response of the tuneable filter.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a computer program product or code in memory for detecting and transmitting sensory data from a portable field device 10 to a processor 12 via a computer network 10 for analytic purposes. The product includes a code directed to capturing analyte data pertaining to an unknown analyte using a field device 10. The product further includes a code directed to encoding the captured analyte data and transmitting the encoded analyte data via a computer network 18 to a processor 12 for analysis. The product also includes a code directed to performing an analysis of the captured analyte data at a remote location by the processor 12 using data of known analytes retrieved from an electronic library 14. This code and others can be used with the present invention to perform the functionality described herein as well as others.

Abstract: An apparatus, system and method for testing a peripheral device such that the device can remain installed in a housing and connected to a communication bus such as a SCSI bus. The apparatus, system, and method include a communication port that is connectable to a peripheral device connected to a terminated communication bus. The communication port is connected to a first transceiver and a second transceiver. A microcontroller is also connected to the first transceiver and the second transceiver. The microcontroller is programmed to detect an operation mode for the peripheral device and selectively activate the first transceiver or the second transceiver based on the detected operation mode. The microcontroller is further programmed to perform a logical diagnostic test on the peripheral device using the activated transceiver. A user interface is included to communicate to a user a result of the diagnostic test.

Abstract: A method for an information processing apparatus to test a connection to an information storage server from which the information processing apparatus obtains information is disclosed. The method includes the steps of (a) receiving a request for a connection test using connection information for establishing the connection to the information storage server from a screen on which at least part of the connection information is entered; (b) testing the connection to the information storage server based on the request for the connection test; and (c) outputting the result of the connection test.

Abstract: The test system provides conventional analog outputs that allowing application of power system conditions simulation to a device under test. The test device has a communication interface which sends and receives digital communication to and from protection relays, control devices, and meters, known as intelligent electronic devices (IEDs). The test device interacts with the devices under test over a direct communication link or a substation local area network. The communication protocol includes digital communication to send and receive messages which simulate virtual switching and control equipment status and other intelligent electronic device (IED) data and status. The test system monitors the operation of the IED device under test based on the IED digital communication data received and the contained control signal status utilizing the digital communication interface as a substitute for the conventional hard-wiring of IED binary inputs and outputs.

Abstract: A device and method for measuring the back pressure in chemical reactor tubes includes many automated features. Inflatable tube seals may be automatically inflated. The device may measure several tubes at once. It may transmit data electronically to a remote computer for analysis and graphic display.

Abstract: A system and method for automatic identification of a detachable component of an instrument is disclosed. The detachable component includes a machine-readable device that contains information associated with the detachable component. The machine-readable device can be a bar code, a variable depth pattern, a magnetic stripe, or the like. The information contained within the machine-readable device can include one or more of serial number, type, material, dimensions, and calibration data of the detachable component. The instrument includes a reader that is configured to obtain the information from the machine-readable device.

Abstract: During the operation of an electronic system, such as a document processing system, machine and job data of the electronic system are collected by a diagnostic system for automated diagnosis or prognosis. Optionally, machine data and population based data are acquired from a database or server. According to one embodiment, the data is analyzed to determine an initial diagnosis of the electronic system. Based on the initial diagnosis, a determination is made whether a remote transmission is needed. If so, the data is sent via a distributed network to a remote diagnostic system for analysis. At least part of the collected machine data may be a signature waveform of a part of the electronic system. In such a case, at least the analysis by the remote diagnostic system includes signature analysis of the waveform. Based on the analysis of the data by the remote diagnostic system, a communication is sent.

Abstract: A system that includes a graphical user interface (GUI) connected to an input/output device of a computer system and one or more test instruments producing a set of electrical signals. The system also includes a probe card that has a multiple probe needles used for measuring electronic characteristics of each of the devices on a semiconductor wafer. Each device has cells. Each cell has a set of bond pads. The system also has a matrix switch and an interface conduit electrically connecting the one or more test instruments, the computer, the probe card, and the matrix switch together. The semiconductor wafer is moved so that the probe needles measure the electrical characteristics of each cell for each device selected for testing.

Abstract: When measurement information of a model is entered, a condition file is automatically selected corresponding to a measurement category selected for each measured object displayed on an initialization screen. Next, when test selection items are selected, the selection results are retained in memory. The measurement category of the measured object can be selected and set on a menu screen and condition value change can be set using a test condition registration screen, etc. Thus, the test data is set and changed and the measurement state and the measurement result are displayed by operating the screens.

Abstract: A field replaceable unit has a connector with first and second interconnect apparatus coupled to connector. The field replaceable unit has test apparatus coupled to the first and second interconnect apparatus capable of testing connections through the connector to the first interconnect apparatus under control of signals on the second interconnect apparatus. The field replaceable unit is capable of being hot-plugged. In an embodiment, the second interconnect apparatus is of the JTAG type. Also claimed is a method of testing interconnect between the field replaceable unit and another unit of a system into which it has been hot-plugged.

Abstract: An embodiment includes retrieving performance monitor data from an I/O processor. A performance monitoring driver coupled to a performance monitoring unit may be registered as a private driver with a real time operating system of the I/O processor. Events within the I/O processor may be selected on which to gather data. The selected events may be sent as a message request to the real time operating system. The message request may be translated into the appropriate parameters based on a set of private group parameters that may be accessible by the real time operating system. The message request may be sent as a translated request to the performance monitoring unit. The pieces of data requested by the translated request may be returned to the performance monitoring driver. The pieces of data then may be sent to a location specified in the message request.

Abstract: A bus station for connection to a bus system for restraining means and/or sensor is used for muting a defective bus station or to have automatic error management carried out in the bus station, to enable the bus station to transmit properly again. For this purpose, the transmitting current and/or the power consumption of the bus station is monitored. The transmitting stage is triggered and, if appropriate, isolated from the bus station as a function of this monitoring. In a refinement a backup transmitting stage may be connected as a replacement for the defective transmitting stage.

Abstract: The appliance comprises an audio port, which is usable as an interface for testing of the appliance. In a preferred embodiment, the appliance comprises stereo output ports, one port for a reception of digital test signals from a control computer and the other port for a transmission of digital signals from the appliance to the control computer. For the separation of the test signals and the audio signals a test adapter is used which is coupled between the appliance, the control computer and an amplifier for the audio signals. The test signals are modulated onto a carrier signal having a frequency of above 20 kHz, for example a frequency within the frequency range of 1-10 MHz. This allows a serial connection, which is compatible with the widely used RS232 link for set-top boxes.

Abstract: A system and method for analyzing error information from a semiconductor fabrication process. The system receives wafer map data describing a plurality of failing chips on a particular semiconductor wafer. The system utilizes the wafer map data to classify each of the failing chips into one of several error categories, such systematic errors, repeated or reticle errors, and random errors. The system further partitions the systematic errors into spatial clusters, which may be compared against a known library of spatial error patterns for identifying the origins of the systematic errors.

Abstract: Trainline controller including testing of signal quality on a trainline network by commanding each node to transmitter calibration signal. A signal detector is connected to the trainline at a common junction with a head end termination circuit. A stuck-on transmitter is determined by a transmission current drawn by the transceiver is on for a present amount of time.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for determining and presenting an optimized arrangement and assembly of a measurement system of process measurement technology, especially of a radiometric measurement system, at a container or pipe, in which measurement system at least one characterizing parameter of a medium contained in the container or pipe is to be measured.

Abstract: An intergrated circuit constructed for easy debug and emulation includes a function clock circuit and an operation circuit operating in synchronism with a function clock. A trace trigger circuit triggers trace operation upon detection of a predetermined condition within the operation circuit. A FIFO buffer receives the trace data which is exported via a trace port. The integrated circuit includes an oscillator clock circuit which may be synchronized with the function clock or a reference clock. The trace trigger circuit and the FIFO input operate on the function clock. The FIFO output and the trace port operate on the oscillator clock. Thus the trace may operate all on the function clock or be split between the function clock and the reference clock. Accordingly, the trace export can operate at a frequency independent of the operation circuit.

Abstract: An automated test system for testing a device under test includes a storage device, an input device, a processor, and a test apparatus. The storage device is operable to store a plurality of sets of test parameters, and is further operable to store a plurality of product model identifiers, each product model identifier associated with one of the plurality of sets of test parameters. The input device is operable to obtain input from an operator defining a first product model identifier from the plurality of product model identifiers. The processor is coupled to the input device and the storage device and is operable to receive the input from the input device and retrieve the set of test parameters associated with the first product model identifier from the storage device based on the input. The processor is further operable to generate a control signal that includes the retrieved set of test parameters.

Abstract: A system includes a plurality of nodes. The plurality of nodes each communicate signals pursuant to a single channel plan. The channel plan includes predefined characteristics for each of a plurality of signal channels. The system further includes a spectrum analyzer, a switch, and a controller. The switch connects the spectrum analyzer to the nodes. The controller tests communication signals on at least one of the nodes by conducting a test plan. The test plan prescribes performance of at least an average power test. The controller also derives a total node power based on the average power test results.

Abstract: Access to the XAUI lanes of a 10 Gigabit Ethernet device is provided when needed for testing of the XAUI electrical interface. Access is provided by extending the XAUI interface contained in a XENPAK interface connector. An embodiment of the present invention uses an extension of the XENPAK connector to generate and receive XAUI signals thus making it possible for any device with a XENPAK connector to become a XUAI tester with minimal components between the test equipment and the device under test. The reduction of components (only an AC-Coupling capacitor resides between the XENPAK connector and the SMA connector) results in significant reduction in insertion loss and signal degradation. Also, the availability of any device with a XENPAK interface as a XAUI tester eliminates any requirement for specialized test equipments. The XAUI Extender card fits in the slot in the test equipment that would normally house the XENPAK module.

Abstract: A “medication communicator” chart is used as a teaching tool to educate patients and to schedule events corresponding to a prescribed medication regimen. The “medication communicator” chart includes a scheduling graph having the shape of a 12-hour or 24-hour analog clock. The scheduling graph is divided into regions corresponding to each hour of a day for scheduling event information. Fields, on the “medication communicator” chart, are receptive to labels communicating information corresponding to numerous medications in the medication regimen. Timing indicators may be applied to the regions of the scheduling graph to indicate consumption or application times of each of the medications.

Abstract: In one aspect of the present invention, an apparatus is provided for testing a plurality of devices. The apparatus, in one embodiment, comprises a controller, a device identifier capable of identifying each one of a plurality of devices as one of a plurality of device types, and a plurality of test heads. Each test head is capable of testing each one of the devices independently of the rest of the plurality of test heads responsive to the identification of each device by the device identifier and under the control of the controller. In a second aspect of the invention, a method is provided for testing a plurality of devices.

Abstract: A system includes a plurality of nodes. The plurality of nodes each communicate signals pursuant to a channel plan. The channel plan includes one or more predefined specifications for each of one or more signal channels on each of the plurality of nodes.

Abstract: A random number indexing method and apparatus includes an index array 302 that uniquely identifies each pseudo-random number in a sequence of numbers generated by a pseudo-random number generator 202. A computer program 102 provides a seed value to the pseudo-random number generator and populates the index array. The computer program uses the identifying indicia in the index array to call for and receive pseudo-random numbers.

Abstract: A method for automatedly administering an audiometric test includes the steps of controlling an audiometer to selectively switch the audiometer output between test tones generated by the audiometer and sound signals generated from digital information; first switching the audiometer output to sound signals when the step of controlling indicates a beginning of a new test, a completion of a current test, or a test error; outputting sound representative of the sound signals after the step of first switching; second switching the audiometer output to test tones after the step of outputting; and outputting test tones until the next step of first switching.

Abstract: The present invention determines and monitors the connection pattern of data ports which are connected by multiconductor cables. An adapter jacket having an external contact is placed over a standardized cable such as an RJ45 cable which connects the data ports. An adapter board having a plurality of socket contacts is placed adjacent a plurality of data ports. An output and input module are coupled to the socket contacts. A micro-processor which is coupled to the output and input module scans the socket contacts to determine the connection pattern of the data ports.

Abstract: A method and apparatus are provided for remotely monitoring the functioning of software processes (66) in a network connected device. The device hosting the processes is provided with a web server (60) and a library (64) of stored data-gathering or debugging functions. Each of the stored functions (64) is assigned to a particular process or group of processes (66), and each has a respective name stored in a table (62) of functions linked with the server (60). On detecting receipt of a message from a remote user including the identifying name of a stored function, the web server (60) causes that function to be applied to the associated process, obtains the data gathered by the function, and passes the gathered data to the remote user. User-defined control functions to restrict access to the process data may be supported.

Abstract: A server load test system, device, and method for generating an artificial load and evaluating the performance of a web server. The load test system configured to generate a pool of synthetic clients and direct each synthetic client to request resources from the web server.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved method and apparatus for testing disc drives. In one embodiment of the present invention, the apparatus includes a microprocessor capable of storing at least one test program. Data transfer between the microprocessor and the disc drive under test is provided for in the form of an interface, such that the interface is compatible for connection to the disc drive under test.

Abstract: The present disclosed system is directed toward a communication and management system that dynamically targets network devices for content deployment, such as application programs, device drivers, configuration files, and registry subhives. Moreover, the present system targets users of network devices for promotions, such as advertisements offered by Internet e-commerce sites. Promotions are generally icons or graphic images with links to host web servers overlaying a video display, but also includes audio and video clips or data streams. Network devices and their users are targeted through user profiles. User profiles are created when network devices register with the system server and are continually updated with information provided by user activity and event logs that are periodically uploaded from each device.

Abstract: A connection recovery unit is connected onto a bus, which is capable of serial and bi-directional packet communication and connecting a plurality of equipment together. The connection recovery unit includes: a connection information storage member (24) for storing a logical connection status of the equipment connected to the bus; and a determination member (26) for determining a priority order for a logical connection status of the equipment connected to the bus based on the logical connection status stored in the connection information storage member and a logical connection status stored in the other equipment connected to the bus, when the bus communicates initializing information thereto.

Abstract: Each type of peripheral device has a unique identification, and if this unique identification is not present in software that is being transferred to the peripheral device for installation on the peripheral device, the peripheral device rejects the software being transferred to it.

Abstract: According to a method for testing the ability of text messages to be received and/or transmitted by radio devices (2), using a testing device (1), a text message is sent from the testing device (1) to the radio device (2). This is a simple method of testing the transmissibility of text messages using any sets of characters. Before step (a), the text message is loaded into a storage area (3) of the testing device (1) as a bit sequence. The invention also relates to a corresponding testing device (1) for carrying out this method.

Abstract: A system for improved monitoring of changes in the location and conditions surrounding people and property, utilizing fixed and moveable logic processors, which communicate with each other as well as receivers. Non-continuous signaling may be used to provide for reduced power consumption, and network coupling may be used to provided for exporting information to anywhere in the world.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for performing parallel asynchronous testing of a plurality of optical modules utilizes state machines that may be implemented in a common controller. Desired optical tests are selected by an operator. The invention determines if a testing process or instrument required for the selected optical tests is available. A COM port may also be locked for each of the selected optical tests from among a plurality of COM ports to prevent interference between different tests. By reserving resources such as COM ports and testing instruments in this fashion the invention may asynchronously initiate execution of the selected optical tests. If a resource such as a COM port, testing process or instrument is not currently available, the test is place in COM port and testing queues to await availability of that resource. Once a test is completed, the resource is unlocked so that one of the state machines may asynchronously initiate another test.

Abstract: A test facility where geographic location, orientation, elevation, distance, attitude and altitude are known for every point provides a user with a way to test the accuracy and sensitivity of navigation or positioning equipment. The facility is formed by elevating a test track on a series of piers. The test track may curve, tilt, or spiral under itself. Further, the test track may proceed in known directions to allow easy verification of test vehicle parameters. In operation, a test vehicle moves around the test facility. On board the test vehicle, navigation or positioning equipment measures the parameters of the test vehicle. These measured parameters are then compared with known parameters. This allows a user to test the claimed accuracy or sensitivity of the equipment used.

Abstract: A method for determining filter mask for the relevance testing of identifiers, which are able to be transmitted to a communication device by way of a communication network in messages, with the steps of: determining relevance identifiers relevant for the communication device, and determining irrelevance identifiers irrelevant for the communication device, determining at least on initial filter mask in each case for each relevance identifier, which is passable for the respective relevance identifier and is not passable for the irrelevance identifier, combining at least two initial filter masks as a combination filter mask, which is passable for the respective relevance identifier associated with the respective initial filter mask and testing the respective combination filter mask, same being retained instead of its respective basic initial filter masks, if all irrelevance identifiers are able to be masked with the combination filter mask or being rejected, it is passable for at least one irrelevance identifier

Abstract: Method and apparatus for remote data acquisition from a block data storage device having a data storage medium, a host interface port, a serial communication (COM) port and a programmable controller with associated platform firmware and associated diagnostic firmware. A client computer and a server computer are connected to a computer network (such as the Internet), and the data storage device is connected to the server computer via the host interface port. A data acquisition device such as a disk drive analyzer having digital oscilloscope capabilities is connected to the server computer and the data storage device. Requests from the client computer are transmitted via the network to result in a first command to the data storage device to execute the platform firmware and a second command to capture a waveform signal from the data storage device. The waveform signal is transmitted real time for display by the client computer.

Abstract: A photolithography system includes a photolithography tool 32 that includes a stage upon which a semiconductor wafer is mounted. The tool is operable to move the stage to automatically focus a pre-determined image on a surface of the semiconductor wafer. The tool is further operable to log movements of the stage. The system also includes an automation host computer 36 operable to poll the photolithography tool 32 to obtain data reflecting the logged movements of the stage. The automation host computer 36 is further operable to analyze the data and compare the data to pre-determined error conditions. The host computer also takes a pre-determined action, including sending an electronic mail message to the personal computers 38 of relevant line personnel, in the event the data meets the pre-determined error conditions.

Abstract: In order to provide an operation and maintenance planning aiding system for a power generation installation which prepares an operation plan for a plurality of power generation units by making use of actual plant data and based on a total judgement including a variety of circumstances of the machine and apparatus or the parts thereof in the power generation units, in the system the plurality of power generation units 41, 42, 51 and 52, a power supply command center 3 and a service center 1 are arranged and connected via a communication network 6, the service center 1 obtains the plant data via the communication network 6 from the plurality of power generation units 41, 42, 51 and 52, calculates in real time a power generation efficiency of a concerned power generation unit for every plurality of power generation units 41, 42 51 and 52 by making use of the obtained plant data and design data of the concerned power generation unit and prepares an operation and maintenance plan for each of the power generation u