摘要:
Various embodiments of the present invention are directed to systems and methods for to an improved user interface shell for small computer devices (SCD)s that execute typical operating systems and application programs. Several embodiments of the present invention are directed to a shell task user interface (STUI) that resides on top of the native operating system and application programs to enable an end-user to conveniently utilize the SCD and its operating system and applications programs in a more convenient way that is characteristic with the ways in which SCDs are typically utilized.
摘要:
The present invention relates to a synchronization system that utilizes a synchronization wizard (“PullSync”) residing on a first computer device to request and receive (or “pull”) data from a second computer device. The first computer device (the “syncer”) copies files from shared folders on the second computer device (the “syncee”) in accordance with specific pull-synchronization rules (PSRs) established on the syncer that define the scope and extent of the synchronization. This copying occurs over a network connection using existing and well-defined protocols by which one computer system is able to view and copy files from the available shared folders of a second computer system, and the PullSync wizard software needs to exist only on the first computer system (the syncer) to utilize these existing networking protocols (including existing security/authentication protocols) to selectively copy files from the second computer system.
摘要:
An intermittent computing system state and intermittent computing module is described for a power-constrained personal computer. In the intermittent computing system state, the power-constrained personal computer may transition between sub-states of the intermittent computing system state according to an intermittent computing schedule. Each intermittent computing sub-state may be associated with hardware power sets and software power sets. Altering power supply to hardware components referenced by hardware power sets may alter power consumed in associated intermittent computing sub-states. A caching mechanism may be configured to make it likely that software components referenced by software power sets are loaded into powered storage types during associated intermittent computing sub-states. In the intermittent computing system state, periods of high functionality may be available over extended periods without the high power consumption associated with a continuous working system state. Average power consumption may be adjusted by varying the intermittent computing schedule.
摘要:
An intermittent computing system state and intermittent computing module is described for a power-constrained personal computer. In the intermittent computing system state, the power-constrained personal computer may transition between sub-states of the intermittent computing system state according to an intermittent computing schedule. Each intermittent computing sub-state may be associated with hardware power sets and software power sets. Altering power supply to hardware components referenced by hardware power sets may alter power consumed in associated intermittent computing sub-states. A caching mechanism may be configured to make it likely that software components referenced by software power sets are loaded into powered storage types during associated intermittent computing sub-states. In the intermittent computing system state, periods of high functionality may be available over extended periods without the high power consumption associated with a continuous working system state. Average power consumption may be adjusted by varying the intermittent computing schedule.
摘要:
A magnetoresistance device comprises a substrate, an elongate semiconductor channel extending in a first direction and at least two conductive leads providing a set of contacts to the channel. The device may comprise an optional semiconductor shunt in contact with the channel. The optional shunt, channel and set of contacts are stacked relative to the substrate in a second direction which is perpendicular to the first direction and the surface of the substrate. The device has a side face running along the channel. The device is responsive to a magnetic field generally perpendicular to the side face.
摘要:
A fluid degasification system for a hydraulic circuit includes a gas/fluid separation tank, a fluid entry passage directing fluid into a small foam generating cup containing foam and a small amount of additional fluid, thereby stimulating foam formation. A separation screen is positioned below the foam generating cup to receive bubbles formed in the cup and to allow liquid to pass through the screen to a degasified-fluid collecting chamber below the screen as the bubbles resting on the separation screen decompose.
摘要:
One embodiment will protect the sprinkler head 30 from heat during the kill process of bed bugs. The embodiment is installed with temperature indicators to show if the maximum ceiling temperature has been exceeded and has compromised the thermal element. The seal between the embodiment and sprinkler head is made between the adapter ring 40, the sprinkler support cup assembly 180, the escutcheon cup 150, or the supply pipe 20. Installation of the embodiment never impairs the sprinkler head 30.
摘要:
A solid substrate coating capable of swelling by a factor of at least 2 on contact with an aqueous solution. The solid substrate coating may be prepared by activating the surface of a solid substrate by treatment with a plasma, depositing a first layer of siloxane onto the surface of the solid substrate using plasma, and depositing a second layer of at least on chemical functionality on top of the first layer using plasma.
摘要:
A method of and device for enabling the requisitioning of items over a network. The network is coupled to a server, thereby allowing communication between the server and a generating-user, a requisitioning-user and an initiating-user. The server generates a requisition template in response to input received from the generating-user. The server sends an initial e-mail message to the requisitioning-user's e-mail address in response to direction received from the initiating-user. The initial e-mail message includes the requisition template. The initial e-mail message is configured to result in the creation of a reply e-mail message in response to the requisitioning-user selecting to reply to the initial e-mail message from the e-mail application that is accessing the initial e-mail message, the reply e-mail message including the requisition template.
摘要:
A preferred embodiment relates to controlling the amount of backlight in an electronic display to account for the temperature in the backlight cavity. Another embodiment relates to a system for controlling the amount of backlight based on both the temperature in the backlight cavity and the amount of ambient light. The embodiments are especially useful in electronic displays which are subjected to cold or warm temperatures and displays which are placed in very bright environments. Exemplary embodiments allow the display to remain visible, while avoiding possible damage due to high levels of heat or cold.