Abstract:
The present invention provides system, method and apparatus for energizing one or more brake lights on a vehicle without an operator of the vehicle applying a brake of the vehicle by determining an acceleration of the vehicle, energizing the brake lights on the vehicle whenever the acceleration of the vehicle equals or exceeds a braking threshold, and deenergizing the brake lights on the vehicle whenever: (a) the brake lights are energized, (b) the acceleration of the vehicle is less than the braking threshold, (c) a specified period of time has elapsed since the brake lights were energized, and (d) the operator is not applying the brake of the vehicle.
Abstract:
The present invention provides system, method and apparatus for energizing one or more brake lights on a vehicle without an operator of the vehicle applying a brake of the vehicle by determining an acceleration of the vehicle, energizing the brake lights on the vehicle whenever the acceleration of the vehicle equals or exceeds a braking threshold, and deenergizing the brake lights on the vehicle whenever: (a) the brake lights are energized, (b) the acceleration of the vehicle is less than the braking threshold, (c) a specified period of time has elapsed since the brake lights were energized, and (d) the operator is not applying the brake of the vehicle.
Abstract:
An article of furniture comprising a frame including a first portion disposed in a horizontal direction and having an opening centrally disposed therein and a second portion attached to an underside of the first portion and disposed in a vertical direction. A predetermined plurality of leg members are connected to such underside of the frame's first portion of said frame to maintain the frame at a desired height. A flat member having a smooth finish on one side and a cushion on an opposite side. A first device is provided to enable rotating of the flat member to expose one of such smooth finish and such cushion as desired. There is a second device provided to maintain the flat member in a substantially horizontal plane during use.
Abstract:
An improved method for fastening shoes with shoelaces having a first end and an opposing second end includes a spanning member having a hole to accommodate the first end, and a slot preferably sized for an interference fit with the second end. The first end is passed through the hole and knotted, preventing it from passing back through the hole. The second end is pulled to tighten the shoelace, knotted and anchored in the slot, maintaining the taut shoelace securely in place. With multiple holes and multiple slots, the tautness of a shoelace can be adjusted. The spanning member remains in place on a shoe when not in use, held by the knot in the first end. For convenience, a user may tie another knot in the second end, with a loop sized to receive a finger, for easily grasping the second end and sliding it into a slot.
Abstract:
A system for tracking and locating surgical items and objects in an operating room environment that incorporates two-stage functionality. A first stage provides mechanisms for tracking objects using radio frequency (RF) tags that are positioned on or in conjunction with every surgical item and object so as to be tracked by a number of RF transceivers located about the operating room. In addition to integrating RF ID components, the tags integrate hard spherical components that are easily identifiable by ultrasonic detection. If an object is “lost” from the tracking system functionality (RF tracking), the system operator may review a last known location and movement path presented on a display and thereafter utilize an ultrasonic sub-system in a localized area to detect the exact location of the missing object or item. Narrowing the location of a “lost” object is facilitated by the use of one or more LED laser pointers that are directed through the last known path of the object and to its last known location.
Abstract:
An infrared sensor includes an infrared generator for generating infrared radiation within a detecting area, a pyroelectric sensor, a microprocessor, and an integrated detecting processor. The pyroelectric sensor is electrically communicated with the infrared generator, wherein the infrared radiation as an input signal is converted into a DC signal as an output signal having a real signal with low frequency and a noise signal mixed therewith. The microprocessor includes an A/D converter electrically connected with the pyroelectric sensor, wherein the microprocessor is arranged to receive the DC signal for data processing. The integrated detecting processor, which is electrically connected with the microprocessor, is adapted for stripping out the DC signal from the pyroelectric sensor to control a DC level of the DC signal, such that the real signal is allowed to be accurately processed in the microprocessor without data overflowing.
Abstract:
An alarm panel of a security system is additionally provided with an interference circuit for evaluating the possible presence of a large electromagnetic interference signal such as lightning. The earth ground connection of the alarm panel to a power source is used to provide an input to the interference circuit. The earth ground connection receives large transient signals caused by such naturally occurring events. The alarm panel uses this additional information to modify the reporting of alarm conditions. This has particular application for addressing problems associated with motion detectors falsely triggering when a large electromagnetic signal is received. The solution of the alarm panel sensing this condition in contrast to each detector sensing this condition is more reliable, allows combining of detector information and is more cost effective.
Abstract:
An alarm system has an alarm unit in combination with a line seize module. The alarm unit includes a transmitter/receiver, a control panel function, a key pad, an input/output port connected to a telephone line and an auto dialer for normally communicating with a remote monitoring station over the public switched telephone network. The line seize module includes an input communication port connected to the telephone line, a signal transmitter and receiver for communication over telephone wiring with the alarm unit, control logic, a line seize arrangement and an automatic dialer. Control logic processing signals are received by the input port. The line seize module, upon receiving an alarm signal from the alarm unit, reports the signal to a remote monitoring station using the automatic dialer and the public switched telephone network.
Abstract:
A computer implemented method and system for management of assembly manufacturer. An experiential database is maintained, listing possible suppliers for each specified assembly component. After receiving responses to a Request for Quotation (RFQ) the database is augmented and the listed suppliers are hierarchically ranked according to multiple scoring parameters. A limited number of suppliers are then selected, based upon the hierarchical rankings, and those suppliers are invited to a bidder's conference. The identity of each supplier invited to the bidder's conference is published to encourage competitive pricing and a final price for each specified assembly component is then negotiated utilizing the bidder's conference format.
Abstract:
A phase-locked loop circuit for providing a tightly controlled capture range for locking an output signal to a data signal, while also providing a wide frequency capture range for initially pulling the output signal within this narrow, predetermined frequency range. The apparatus detects a frequency difference between at least one reference signal and an output signal, and generates a frequency error signal in response to the frequency difference. A phase difference is detected between a received input signal and the output signal, and a phase error signal is generated in response to the phase difference. The frequency error signal and the phase error signal are combined to control the frequency of the output signal by controlling an input-controlled oscillator.