TABLET ACCESSORY SYSTEM

A tablet computer accessory system for holding a tablet computer includes a base; a plurality of holding straps extending from the base, the plurality of straps each forming a loop, each loop oriented on a corner of the tablet computer; a lanyard interconnected with the base; a handle interconnected with the base; a hanging strap interconnected with a carabineer, the hanging strap attached to the base; and a leg strap interconnected with the base. 1. A method of holding a tablet computer , the method comprising:providing an accessory system, the accessory system including: a base; a plurality of holding straps extending from the base, the plurality of straps each forming a loop, wherein each loop is oriented on a corner of the tablet computer; a lanyard, interconnected with the base; a handle interconnected with the base; a hanging strap, interconnected with a carabineer, the hanging strap attached to the base; and a leg strap interconnected with the base;configuring the accessory system in a handheld configuration by detaching the lanyard and leg strap and storing of the carabineer interior to the handle; andplacing a hand of the user in the handle.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:configuring the accessory system in a lanyard configuration by attaching the lanyard; andplacing the lanyard around a body of the user.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:configuring the accessory system in a leg strap configuration by removing the handle and detaching the carabineer and lanyard.4. The method of claim 3 , further comprising:attaching the accessory system to a car headrest utilizing the leg strap to wrap and tension around the car headrest, such that a tablet computer supported in the accessory system is held at a viewing angle.5. The method of wherein an accessory bag is further provided for stowing detached articles of the accessory system.6. A tablet computer accessory system for holding a tablet computer claim 1 , the tablet computer accessory ...

Manifold for Managing Fiber Optic Cable and Structures and Systems Therefor

A manifold for managing fiber optic cables includes: a main panel; a plurality of clip channels mounted to a first side of the main panel, each of the clip channels comprising a pair of opposed clip arms sized and configured to receive and secure a fiber optic cable transition; and a pair of snap latches mounted to a second side of the main panel opposite the first side, the snap latches configured to receive cable management fingers. A manifold of this configuration can be particularly useful in organizing and managing fiber optic cables. 1. A manifold for managing fiber optic cables , comprising:a main panel;a plurality of clip channels mounted to a first side of the main panel, each of the clip channels comprising a pair of opposed clip arms sized and configured to receive and secure a fiber optic cable transition;a pair of snap latches mounted to a second side of the main panel opposite the first side, the snap latches configured to receive cable management fingers.2. The manifold defined in claim 1 , wherein the clip channels are arranged in two substantially parallel rows on the main panel.3. The manifold defined in claim 2 , wherein the clip arms define an axis for each clip channel claim 2 , and wherein the axis of each clip channel in one row is offset from the axes of the clip channels of the other row.4. The manifold defined in claim 1 , wherein each of the clip channels comprises a generally semicylindrical channel portion claim 1 , and wherein the clip arms are mounted on edges of the semicylindrical channel portion.5. The manifold defined in claim 1 , wherein the clip arms are separated from each other by between about 0.25 and 0.5 inches.6. The manifold defined in claim 1 , wherein the snap latches are separated from each other by between about 1.75 and 2.5 inches.7. A datacommunications structure claim 1 , comprising:a mounting frame;cable management fingers arranged in one or more planar arrays; a main panel;', 'mounting features attached to the ...

TIE WRAP FOR BUNDLING OBJECTS

A holder includes a body, the body having a first and second receiver and a first and second cylindrical holder. The holder further includes a tie comprised of an elongated piece of shape-retaining deformable material and a cover covering the shape-retaining deformable material along the length of the elongated piece. The covering and the shape-retaining deformable material are bonded along their length. A first portion of the tie passes through the first cylindrical holder. A second portion of the tie passes through the second cylindrical holder, such that a loop is formed between the body and the tie, stretching from the first cylindrical holder to the second cylindrical holder. 1. A holder comprising:(a) a body, the body having a first and second receiver and a first and second cylindrical holder; and(b) a tie comprised of an elongated piece of shape-retaining deformable material and a cover covering said shape-retaining deformable material along the length of said elongated piece; said covering and said shape-retaining deformable material being bonded along their length; a first portion of the tie passing through the first cylindrical holder, a second portion of the tie passing through the second cylindrical holder, such that a loop is formed between the body and the tie, stretching from the first cylindrical holder to the second cylindrical holder.2. The holder of wherein the first and second cylindrical holders each include an aperture along a length of the cylindrical holder with the aperture more narrow than a width of the tie such that claim 1 , when compressed claim 1 , the tie may be moved through the aperture releasing it from the cylindrical holder.3. The holder of claim 1 , further comprising a second tie claim 1 , a first portion of the second tie passing through a third cylindrical holder in the body claim 1 , a second portion of the second tie passing through a fourth cylindrical holder in the body claim 1 , such that a second loop is formed between ...

CANTILEVERED SNAP FIT CASE

A case for holding an electronic device includes a body having a void for holding the electronic device. The void approximately replicates the shape of the electronic device such that a face of the electronic device is not substantially surrounded by the body. The body has tabs configured to contact a portion of the face of the electronic device and hold the electronic device in the void such that it is held in place. The body has a flexible body portion, the flexible body portion defined by a cut in the body, dividing the body into a hinge portion and a main body. The hinge portion is configured to be flexed away from the main body to provide a direction that the electronic device is slidably removed. 1. A case for holding an electronic device , comprising:a semi-rigid body having a rear face, a top sidewall, a bottom sidewall, a left sidewall, and a right sidewall, the top, bottom, left, and right sidewalls forming an approximately rectangular shape, the rear face being approximately perpendicular to the top, bottom, left, and right sidewalls and spanning between the top, bottom, left, and right sidewalls, the left and right sidewall having a first and second flexible body portion break, the first flexible body portion break beginning at a first edge of the right sidewall, the first edge distal from the rear face, the first flexible body portion break extending into the rear face through the right sidewall, the second flexible body portion break beginning at a second edge of the left sidewall, the second edge distal from the rear face, the second flexible body portion break extending into the rear face through the left sidewall, the first and second flexible body portion breaks forming a flexible body portion of the semi-rigid body including the top sidewall and having an attachment point that connects the flexible body portion to the semi-rigid body, configured to allow the flexible body portion to flex away from the rear face, and causing the top sidewall to un- ...

CANTILEVERED SNAP FIT CASE

A case for holding an electronic device includes a body having a void for holding the electronic device. The void approximately replicates the shape of the electronic device such that a face of the electronic device is not substantially surrounded by the body. The body has tabs configured to contact a portion of the face of the electronic device and hold the electronic device in the void such that it is held in place. The body has a flexible body portion, the flexible body portion defined by a cut in the body, dividing the body into a hinge portion and a main body. The hinge portion is configured to be flexed away from the main body to provide a direction that the electronic device is slidably removed. 1. A case for holding an electronic device , comprising:a semi-rigid body having a rear face, a top sidewall, a bottom sidewall, a left sidewall, and a right sidewall, the top, bottom, left, and right sidewalls forming an approximately rectangular shape, the rear face being approximately perpendicular to the top, bottom, left, and right sidewalls and spanning between the top, bottom, left, and right sidewalls, the left and right sidewalls having a first and second flexible body portion break, the first flexible body portion break beginning at a first edge of the right sidewall, the first edge distal from the rear face, the first flexible body portion break extending into the rear face through the right sidewall, the second flexible body portion break beginning at a second edge of the left sidewall, the second edge distal from the rear face, the second flexible body portion break extending into the rear face through the left sidewall, the first and second flexible body portion breaks forming a flexible body portion of the semi-rigid body including the top sidewall and having an attachment point that connects the flexible body portion to the semi-rigid body, configured to allow the flexible body portion to flex away from the rear face, and causing the top sidewall to un ...

METHODS FOR FORMING CONNECTORIZED FIBER OPTIC CABLING

A connectorized fiber optic cabling assembly includes a loose tube fiber optic cable and a connector assembly. The cable has a termination end and includes: an optical fiber bundle including a plurality of optical fibers; at least one strength member; and a jacket surrounding the optical fiber bundle and the at least one strength member. The connector assembly includes a rigid portion and defines a fiber passage. The connector assembly is mounted on the termination end of the cable such that the optical fiber bundle extends through at least a portion of the fiber passage. The plurality of optical fibers of the optical fiber bundle have a ribbonized configuration in the rigid portion of the connector assembly and a loose, non-ribbonized configuration outside the rigid portion. The plurality of optical fibers undergo a transition from the ribbonized configuration to the loose, non-ribbonized configuration in the rigid portion of the connector assembly. According to some embodiments, the rigid portion of the connector assembly includes a rigid connector housing. 1. A connectorized fiber optic cabling assembly comprising: a plurality of non-ribbonized optical fibers;', 'a plurality of strength yarns; and', 'a cable jacket that surrounds the a plurality of strength yarns and the plurality of optical fibers; and, 'a fiber optic cable that includes a connector housing that defines a fiber passage and includes a front housing and a rear housing;', 'a multi-fiber ferrule mounted within the connector housing;', 'a spring mounted within the connector housing rearward of the ferrule; and', 'a strain relief boot extending rearwardly from the connector housing,, 'a connector assembly mounted on a first end of the fiber optic cable, the connector assembly includingwherein the plurality of optical fibers extend through the strain relief boot, the fiber passage and the spring into the ferrule,wherein the plurality of optical fibers are aligned in a row in the multi-fiber ferrule of ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR EXTRUDED ZIPPERS, ZIPPER GARAGES, CONNECTION TECHNIQUES, AND USES THEREFORE

A slider garage includes an overmolded body, the overmolded body oriented on a zipper, the overmolded body including an overmolded male portion and an overmolded female portion, the overmolded male and female portions positioned on an end of the zipper, such that each is on one side of the zipper, the overmolded male portion being shaped such that it fits in the overmolded female portion in a watertight fashion and the overmolded body is molded over a portion of the zipper. 1. A zipper comprising:a male zipper side, the male zipper side including a cross portion, the cross portion providing a smooth and regular edge;a female zipper side, wherein the female zipper side receives the male zipper side and a first air pocket is created between the female zipper side and the male zipper side.2. The zipper of claim 1 , wherein the cross-portion interfaces with a slider positioned on the zipper.3. The zipper of claim 2 , wherein a second space is created between the female zipper side and the male zipper side.4. The zipper of claim 3 , wherein the female zipper side includes a socket portion and the male zipper side includes a ball portion and the ball portion engages the socket portion.5. The zipper of claim 4 , wherein the ball portion extends via a thin neck.6. The zipper of claim 5 , wherein the male zipper side includes a cross portion claim 5 , the cross portion extending approximately perpendicularly away from the thin neck.7. The zipper of claim 6 , wherein the socket portion is u-shaped.8. The zipper of claim 7 , wherein the second space is located between a tip of the socket portion and the cross portion.9. The zipper of claim 8 , wherein the socket portion is curved at the tip and having a first curve and an intersection of the cross portion and the thin neck is curved and having a second curve claim 8 , such that the second curve is greater in depth as compared to the first curve claim 8 , therefore forming the second space.10. The zipper of claim 9 , wherein a ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR A LOCKING CARABINEER

An apparatus for attaching items includes a body, first hook, and second hook oriented on a first side and a second side of the body. The apparatus further includes a first gate and a second gate, the first gate attached to the body and oriented to close the first hook, and the second gate attached to the body and oriented to close the second hook. The apparatus further includes a first sliding lock and a second sliding lock, the first and second sliding locks oriented on the first and second gates, respectively; the first and second sliding locks having a first position, being a locked position, where the sliding lock is positioned in a first notch and a second notch in the body, and a second position, being an unlocked position, where the first and second sliding locks are distal from the first and second notches. 1. An apparatus for attaching items , the apparatus comprising:a body;a first hook oriented on the body;a first gate, the first gate attached to the body and oriented to close the first hook; anda first sliding lock, the first sliding lock oriented on the first gate, the first sliding lock having a first position, the first position being a locked position where the sliding lock is positioned in a first notch in the body, and a second position, the second position being an unlocked position where the first sliding lock is distal from the first and second notches.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first notch is proximate to a first pivot point of the first gate.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the body has an S-like shape claim 1 , and includes a second hook claim 1 , opposite the first hook claim 1 , the second hook attached to a second gate claim 1 , the second gate having a second sliding lock claim 1 , the second sliding lock configured to rest against a second notch in the body and lock the second gate claim 1 , the first and second hooks forming the S-like shape.4. A locking carabineer comprising:a carabineer body having a first hook, ...

MODULE AND ASSEMBLY FOR FIBER OPTIC INTERCONNECTIONS

A module for interconnecting fiber optic cables and/or cords includes: a housing having a rear wall; a plurality of MPO adapters mounted in the rear wall; and forty-eight fiber optic adapters mounted to a front portion of the housing, the duplex adapters being operatively connected with the MPO adapters. 1. A module for interconnecting fiber optic cables and/or cords , comprising:a housing having a rear wall;a plurality of MPO adapters mounted in the rear wall;forty-eight fiber optic adapters mounted to a front portion of the housing, the fiber optic adapters being operatively connected with the MPO adapters.2. The module defined in claim 1 , wherein the plurality of MPO adapters is three adapters.3. The module defined in claim 1 , wherein the plurality of MPO adapters is four adapters.4. The module defined in claim 1 , configured to be oriented in an upright or an inverted orientation claim 1 , and further comprising a faceplate indicating the upright and inverted orientations.5. The module defined in claim 1 , further comprising latches that are configured to enable the module to be snap-mounted to a shelf.6. The module defined in claim 1 , wherein the forty-eight fiber optic adapters comprise 24 duplex fiber optic adapters.7. An assembly for interconnecting fiber optic cables and/or cords claim 1 , comprising:a 1 U telecommunications shelf; and a housing having a rear wall;', 'a plurality of MPO adapters mounted in the rear wall;', 'forty-eight fiber optic adapters mounted to a front portion of the housing, the fiber optic adapters being operatively connected with the MPO adapters., 'two fiber optic telecommunications modules mounted to the shelf, each comprising8. The assembly defined in claim 7 , wherein the plurality of MPO adapters is three adapters.9. The assembly defined in claim 7 , wherein the plurality of MPO adapters is four adapters.10. The assembly defined in claim 7 , wherein each of the modules is configured to be oriented in an upright or an ...

Empirical exposure normalization

An automated process empirically normalizes a “dark” image by adjusting the apparent exposure to compensate for nonlinearity in the luminance response of the image sensor. The process includes receiving at least two digital images, one of the digital images having an exposure value that is greater than that of another of the digital images. A reduced-resolution pair of images is produced from the at least two digital images. At least one representative scale factor is calculated from tonal values in the two images and at least one empirical scale factor is determined by selective interpolation between the representative scale factor and a comparative scale factor. The empirical scale factor is used in a function applied pixelwise to the darker of the digital images to produce an empirically normalized digital image.

METHODS FOR FORMING CONNECTORIZED FIBER OPTIC CABLING

A connectorized fiber optic cabling assembly includes a loose tube fiber optic cable and a connector assembly. The cable has a termination end and includes: an optical fiber bundle including a plurality of optical fibers; at least one strength member; and a jacket surrounding the optical fiber bundle and the at least one strength member. The connector assembly includes a rigid portion and defines a fiber passage. The connector assembly is mounted on the termination end of the cable such that the optical fiber bundle extends through at least a portion of the fiber passage. The plurality of optical fibers of the optical fiber bundle have a ribbonized configuration in the rigid portion of the connector assembly and a loose, non-ribbonized configuration outside the rigid portion. The plurality of optical fibers undergo a transition from the ribbonized configuration to the loose, non-ribbonized configuration in the rigid portion of the connector assembly. According to some embodiments, the rigid portion of the connector assembly includes a rigid connector housing. 1. A connectorized fiber optic cabling assembly comprising: a plurality of optical fibers,', 'at least one strength member that surrounds the plurality of optical fibers and contacts at least some of the optical fibers, and', 'a cable jacket that surrounds the at least one strength member; and, 'a loose tube fiber optic cable that includes a connector housing that defines a fiber passage;', 'a ferrule mounted within the connector housing; and', 'a spring mounted within the connector housing rearward of the ferrule', 'a strain relief boot extending rearwardly from the connector housing,, 'a connector assembly mounted on a first end of the loose tube fiber optic cable, the connector assembly includingwherein the plurality of optical fibers extend through the strain relief boot, the fiber passage and the spring into the ferrule,wherein the plurality of optical fibers are aligned in a row in a ribbonized ...

AUTOMATICALLY DETERMINING A SET OF EXPOSURE VALUES FOR A HIGH DYNAMIC RANGE IMAGE CAPTURE DEVICE

In some embodiments, an image capture device receives a capture command to capture an image. Exposure adjustment operations are subsequently performed. These operations include determining that a first luminance indicated by first image data, which is obtained using a first exposure value, exceeds a threshold luminance. The operations also include decreasing, based on the threshold luminance being exceeded, the first exposure value to a second exposure value. The operations also include determining, from second image data obtained using the second exposure value, that a second luminance indicated by the second image data is less than the threshold luminance. The HDR setting of the image capture device is configured to include a bracket of exposure values, where the second exposure value is a minimum exposure value from the bracket of exposure values. The image capture device executes a capture operation in which an image bracket is captured using this HDR setting. 1. A method for automatically configuring an image capture device with a set of exposure values used for high dynamic range (“HDR”) imaging , wherein the method is performed by one or more processing devices and includes exposure adjustment operations comprising: (a) the first image data comprises first transient data derived from first raw image data, the first raw image data generated by a digital imaging sensor of the image capture device, the first transient data having a lower resolution than the first raw image data, and', '(b) determining that the first luminance is greater than or equal to the threshold luminance comprises determining, from the first transient data, that one or more image sensor sites are saturated;, 'determining, from first image data, a first luminance indicated by the first image data is greater than or equal to a threshold luminance, wherein the first image data is obtained using the image capture device configured with a first exposure value, whereindecreasing, based on the ...

PIXEL OBJECT DETECTION IN DIGITAL IMAGES METHOD AND SYSTEM

A user touches a touch sensitive display or otherwise provides input comprising “stroke” gestures to trace areas which are to be the subject of post-processing functions. The stroke area is highlighted and can be added to or corrected by additional stroke and “erase” gestures. Pixel objects are detected proximate to the stroke area, with a precision based on the zoom level. Stroke gesture input may be received and pixel object determination may be performed in series or in parallel. 1. A method of detecting objects in a digital image in a computer comprising a memory , comprising:obtaining, in a first buffer in the memory, a digital image comprising pixels;rendering the digital image in a display of the computer;receiving user stroke input relative to the first buffer in a touch-sensitive input interface of the computer;performing pixel object detection on pixels corresponding to the received user stroke input; andsaving the output of the pixel object detection in a second buffer in the memory.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein receiving user stroke input further comprises:receiving user input to activate a stroke input tool;storing the footprint of the stroke input in a third buffer;determining a line corresponding to the path of the center of the stroke input across the input interface and storing the line in a fourth buffer;determining a rectangle bounding the user stroke input and storing the pixels from the first buffer which correspond to the determined rectangle in a fifth buffer; andstoring the perimeter of the stroke input in a sixth buffer.3. The method according to claim 2 , wherein determining a rectangle bounding the user stroke input further comprises determining a rectangle bounding the user stroke input plus a pad between the stroke input and the rectangle.4. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising deactivating pixel object detection while receiving the user stroke input.5. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising ...

EMPIRICAL EXPOSURE NORMALIZATION

An automated process empirically normalizes a “dark” image by adjusting the apparent exposure to compensate for nonlinearity in the luminance response of the image sensor. The process includes receiving at least two digital images, one of the digital images having an exposure value that is greater than that of another of the digital images. A reduced-resolution pair of images is produced from the at least two digital images. At least one representative scale factor is calculated from tonal values in the two images and at least one empirical scale factor is determined by selective interpolation between the representative scale factor and a comparative scale factor. The empirical scale factor is used in a function applied pixelwise to the darker of the digital images to produce an empirically normalized digital image. 1) A method comprising:receiving, by a processing device, at least two digital images, one of the at least two digital images having an exposure value that is greater than another of the at least two digital images, the at least two digital images including at least some identical photographic content;producing a reduced-resolution pair of images from the at least two digital images;calculating, by the processing device, a light tone representative scale factor from the reduced-resolution pair of images;producing, by the processing device, a light-tone empirical scale factor by selectively interpolating between the light-tone representative scale factor and a normal scale factor; andgenerating, by the processing device, an empirically normalized digital image by applying, pixelwise, a function including at least the light-tone empirical scale factor to at least one of the at least two digital images.2) The method of wherein the function includes a camera sensor parameter.3) The method of wherein the camera sensor parameter comprises a luminance threshold for dark tones.4) The method of wherein the normal scale factor is based at least in part on ...

METHODS OF CONNECTORIZING MULTI-CORE FIBER OPTIC CABLES AND RELATED APPARATUS

A connector with at least one multi-core fiber (MCF) and method of attaching the MCF within the connector, includes inserting a first end of a MCF into a ferrule of a connector. Then, rotating the end of the MCF within the ferrule until a first selected satellite core of the MCF is in a first alignment relative to a feature of the connector. The feature may be a mark, indentation or protrusion formed on a ferrule, ferrule holder or connector envelope. Finally, affixing the MCF within the ferrule of the connector. In the case of an array-type connector, first ends of other MCFs may be added to the ferrule and clocked relative to the same feature of the connector. Second ends of one or more MCFs may be clocked relative to a same feature of a second connector. 1. A method of attaching connectors to ends of a fiber optic cable possessing at least one multi-core optical fiber , the method comprising:inserting a first end of a first multi-core optical fiber of the fiber optic cable into a first ferrule of a first connector;rotating the first end of the first multi-core optical fiber within the first ferrule until a first selected core of the first multi-core fiber is in a first alignment relative to a first feature of the first connector;affixing the first multi-core optical fiber within the first ferrule of the first connector in the first aligned position;inserting a second end of the first multi-core optical fiber of the fiber optic cable into a second ferrule of a second connector;rotating the second end of the first multi-core optical fiber within the second ferrule until the first selected core of the first multi-core fiber is in a second alignment relative to a second feature of the second connector; andaffixing the first multi-core optical fiber within the second ferrule of the second connector in the second aligned position.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first feature of the first connector is formed on the first ferrule and the second feature of the ...

TRANSITIONING MULTI-CORE FIBER TO PLURAL SINGLE CORE FIBERS

A method and system connects multiple cores within one fiber, e.g., a multi-core fiber (MCF), to multiple fibers with single-cores. The single-core fibers can then be terminated by traditional envelopes, such as a single core LC envelope. A connector holds the single-core fibers into a pattern that matches a pattern of all, or a sub group, of the individual cores of the MCF. The single-core fibers may all be terminated to individual connectors to form a fanout or breakout cable. Alternatively, the single-core fibers may extend to another connector wherein the single-core fibers are regrouped into a pattern to mate with the cores of another MCF, hence forming a jumper. One or more of the single core fibers may be terminated along the length of the jumper to form a jumper with one or more tap accesses. 1. A connector system comprising:a ferrule having an end surface;a holder formed in said ferrule and extending up to said end surface; anda plurality of single-core optical fibers mounted in said holder with first ends of said plurality of single-core optical fibers arranged in a given pattern at said end surface of said ferrule.2. The connector system of claim 1 , further comprising:an individual fiber connector attached to a second end of each of said plurality of single-core optical fibers.3. The connector system of claim 1 , wherein said ferrule is a first ferrule claim 1 , said end surface is a first end surface claim 1 , said holder is a first holder and said given pattern is a first given pattern claim 1 , and further comprising:an individual fiber connector attached to a second end of a first single-core fiber of said plurality of single-core optical fibers;a second ferrule having a second end surface; anda second holder formed in said second ferrule and extending up to said second end surface, wherein second ends of a second and third single-core fiber of said plurality of single-core optical fibers are mounted in said second holder and are arranged in a second ...

RETRACTABLE DATACOMMUNICATIONS RACK

A retractable datacommunications rack includes: a mounting member configured to mount to a mounting structure; a linkage mounted to the mounting member; and an enclosure mounted on the linkage and configured to provide locations for datacommunications interconnections. The linkage is configured to move the enclosure between a retracted raised position and a lowered working position. 1. A retractable datacommunications rack , comprising:a mounting member configured to mount to a mounting structure;a linkage mounted to the mounting member; andan enclosure mounted on the linkage and configured to provide locations for datacommunications interconnections;wherein the linkage is configured to move the enclosure between a retracted raised position and a lowered working position.2. The datacommunications rack defined in claim 1 , wherein the linkage is configured to maintain the enclosure in substantially horizontal orientation as it moves between the raised and lowered positions.3. The datacommunications rack defined in claim 2 , wherein the linkage includes an upper swing link pivotally mounted to the mounting member and to the enclosure and a lower swing link pivotally mounted to the mounting member and to the enclosure.4. The datacommunications rack defined in claim 3 , wherein the upper swing link and the lower swing link are substantially the same length.5. The datacommunications rack defined in claim 1 , further comprising a bridge member configured to receive cables routed to the enclosure.6. The datacommunications rack defined in claim 3 , wherein the upper swing link is a bridge member configured to receive cables routed to the enclosure.7. The datacommunications rack defined in claim 1 , wherein the enclosure further comprises a fiber management section.8. The datacommunications rack defined in claim 7 , wherein the enclosure further includes at least one of: a tool tray claim 7 , a bulkhead adapter panel claim 7 , and a drying desiccant section.9. The ...

METHODS FOR FORMING CONNNECTORIZED FIBER OPTIC CABLING

A connectorized fiber optic cabling assembly includes a loose tube fiber optic cable and a connector assembly. The cable has a termination end and includes: an optical fiber bundle including a plurality of optical fibers; at least one strength member; and a jacket surrounding the optical fiber bundle and the at least one strength member. The connector assembly includes a rigid portion and defines a fiber passage. The connector assembly is mounted on the termination end of the cable such that the optical fiber bundle extends through at least a portion of the fiber passage. The plurality of optical fibers of the optical fiber bundle have a ribbonized configuration in the rigid portion of the connector assembly and a loose, non-ribbonized configuration outside the rigid portion. The plurality of optical fibers undergo a transition from the ribbonized configuration to the loose, non-ribbonized configuration in the rigid portion of the connector assembly. According to some embodiments, the rigid portion of the connector assembly includes a rigid connector housing. 1. A method for forming a connectorized fiber optic cabling assembly , the method comprising:providing a loose tube fiber optic cable that includes an optical fiber bundle that has a plurality of optical fibers having a loose, non-ribbonized configuration, at least one strength member and a jacket surrounding the optical fiber bundle and the at least one strength member, wherein an end section of the optical fiber bundle extends beyond the strength member and the jacket;receiving a portion of each optical fiber in a fiber alignment tool to align end portions of the optical fibers in a ribbonized configuration;stripping a coating layer from the end of each of the optical fibers while the optical fibers are received in the fiber alignment tool;inserting the ends of the optical fibers that are aligned in the ribbonized configuration within a fiber passage of a ferrule while the optical fibers are received in the ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR A HEADLAMP

A headlamp includes a module assembly, a back of the module assembly including a geared portion, the geared portion including a plurality of grooves and protrusions, and the module assembly including a lighting module. The headlamp further includes a holder, the holder pivotally attached to the module assembly, and the holder includes a tab mounted on a flexible tab arm, the tab and flexible tab arm positioned such that the tab interfaces with the geared portion of the back, the module assembly being rotatable in relation to the holder, the tab ratcheting from one groove to another groove of the plurality of grooves, and the flexible tab arm flexing to allow the tab to pass over the protrusions of the geared portion. 1. A headlamp comprising:a module assembly, a back of the module assembly including a geared portion, the geared portion including a plurality of grooves and protrusions, the module assembly including a lighting module; anda holder, the holder pivotally attached to the module assembly, and the holder includes a tab mounted on a flexible tab arm, the tab and flexible tab arm positioned such that the tab interfaces with the geared portion of the back, the module assembly being rotatable in relation to the holder, the tab ratcheting from one groove to another groove of the plurality of grooves, and the flexible tab arm flexing to allow the tab to pass over the protrusions of the geared portion.2. The headlamp of claim 1 , wherein the geared portion is an arc of a circle oriented to complement the rotation of the module assembly in relation to the holder.3. The headlamp of claim 2 , wherein the tab is wedge shaped claim 2 , and the grooves complement the wedge shape of the tab.4. The headlamp of claim 3 , wherein the module assembly includes a front portion and a rear portion claim 3 , the front and rear portions being hingedly connected.5. The headlamp of claim 4 , wherein the rear portion includes a notch claim 4 , the notch positioned to receive a tab ...

Module and assembly for fiber optic interconnections

A module for interconnecting fiber optic cables and/or cords includes: a housing having a rear wall; a plurality of MPO adapters mounted in the rear wall; and forty-eight fiber optic adapters mounted to a front portion of the housing, the duplex adapters being operatively connected with the MPO adapters.

MULTIPLE-BEAM MICROLEN

The invention addresses the coupling of light between one or more multicore fibers and optoelectronic transducers, such as lasers or photodetectors, and/or single core fibers. More specifically, the invention utilizes a single microlens element to couple multiple optical data signals between multiple optoelectronic transducers and multiple cores of a multiple-core fiber (MCF), or to couple signals from multiple single-core fibers to multiple cores of a MCF. At least one optoelectronic transducer and at least one fiber core are substantially removed from the microlens axis and the MCF axis, possibly by different amounts, and cores of the MCF may optionally be polished to be non-telecentric to the axis of the microlens element. 1. A method of coupling at least two cores of a multicore fiber to at least two optical devices comprising:providing a multicore fiber having a first core and a second core;providing first and second optical devices;providing a single lens element having a first surface directed toward the multicore fiber and a second surface directed toward the first and second optical devices;communicating first light signals between the second core and the first optical device through the single lens; andcommunicating second light signals between the first core and the second optical device through the single lens.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the communicating the first light signals and the communicating the second light signals overlap in time.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first optical device comprises an optical transmitter claim 1 , and wherein communicating the first light signals between the second core and the first optical device includes transmitting the first slight signals from the optical transmitter through the first surface of the single lens claim 1 , with the first light signals passing through no intervening element claim 1 , then out the second surface of the single lens and into the second core of the multicore fiber claim ...

METHODS FOR FORMING CONNECTORIZED FIBER OPTIC CABLING

A connectorized fiber optic cabling assembly includes a loose tube fiber optic cable and a connector assembly. The cable has a termination end and includes an optical fiber bundle including a plurality of optical fibers, at least one strength member, and a jacket surrounding the optical fiber bundle and the strength member. The connector assembly includes a rigid portion and defines a fiber passage. The connector assembly is mounted on the termination end of the cable such that the optical fiber bundle extends through at least a portion of the fiber passage. The plurality of optical fibers undergo a transition from a ribbonized configuration to a loose, non-ribbonized configuration in the rigid portion of the connector assembly. 1. (canceled)2. A connectorized fiber optic cabling assembly , comprising: a plurality of optical fibers including at least 12 optical fibers;', 'a plurality of strength yarns; and', 'a cable jacket that surrounds the plurality of strength yarns and the plurality of optical fibers, the cable jacket having an outer diameter less than or equal to 3 millimeters and a round outer cross-sectional shape; and, 'a fiber optic cable that includes a connector housing that defines a fiber passage and includes a front housing and a rear housing, the cable jacket and the strength yarns being crimped in place relative to the connector housing at a rear end of the rear housing;', 'a multi-fiber ferrule positioned at a front end of the connector housing, the multi-fiber ferrule defining a plurality of fiber holes configured in side-by-side alignment across a width of the ferrule;', 'a spring positioned within the connector housing rearward of the multi-fiber ferrule; and', 'a strain relief boot that extends rearwardly from the connector housing, the strain relief boot including a first section that mounts over a rear end of the rear housing and a second section that extends rearwardly from the first section and defines a cylindrical channel though which a ...

TIE WRAP FOR BUNDLING OBJECTS

A holder includes a body, the body having a first and second receiver and a first and second cylindrical holder. The holder further includes a tie comprised of an elongated piece of shape-retaining deformable material and a cover covering the shape-retaining deformable material along the length of the elongated piece. The covering and the shape-retaining deformable material are bonded along their length. A first portion of the tie passes through the first cylindrical holder. A second portion of the tie passes through the second cylindrical holder, such that a loop is formed between the body and the tie, stretching from the first cylindrical holder to the second cylindrical holder. 116-. (canceled)17. A twist tie device comprising:an elongated piece of shape-retaining deformable material;an outer cover surrounding the elongated piece of shape-retaining deformable material; andend caps formed beyond a length of the elongated piece of shape-retaining deformable material, wherein the end caps are made from the same material as the outer cover.18. The twist tie device of claim 17 , wherein the end caps are injection molded.19. The twist tie device of claim 18 , wherein the end caps and outer cover are bonded to the elongated piece of shape-retaining deformable material.20. The twist tie device of claim 19 , wherein a diameter of the end cap is greater than a diameter of the outer cover.21. The twist tie device of claim 20 , wherein the outer cover includes ribs.22. The twist tie device of claim 17 , wherein the outer cover includes a gripping area.23. The twist tie device of claim 22 , wherein the gripping area includes ribs.24. The twist tie device of claim 23 , wherein the ribs run the length of the elongated piece of shape-retaining deformable material.25. A twist tie device comprising:an elongated piece of shape-retaining deformable material; andan outer cover surrounding the elongated piece of shape-retaining deformable material.26. The twist tie device of claim 25 ...

Transitioning multi-core fiber to plural single core fibers

A method and system connects multiple cores within one fiber, e.g., a multi-core fiber (MCF), to multiple fibers with single-cores. The single-core fibers can then be terminated by traditional envelopes, such as a single core LC envelope. A connector holds the single-core fibers into a pattern that matches a pattern of all, or a sub group, of the individual cores of the MCF. The single-core fibers may all be terminated to individual connectors to form a fanout or breakout cable. Alternatively, the single-core fibers may extend to another connector wherein the single-core fibers are regrouped into a pattern to mate with the cores of another MCF, hence forming a jumper. One or more of the single core fibers may be terminated along the length of the jumper to form a jumper with one or more tap accesses.

TRANSITIONING MULTI-CORE FIBER TO PLURAL SINGLE CORE FIBERS

A method and system connects multiple cores within one fiber, e.g., a multi-core fiber (MCF), to multiple fibers with single-cores. The single-core fibers can then be terminated by traditional envelopes, such as a single core LC envelope. A connector holds the single-core fibers into a pattern that matches a pattern of all, or a sub group, of the individual cores of the MCF. The single-core fibers may all be terminated to individual connectors to form a fanout or breakout cable. Alternatively, the single-core fibers may extend to another connector wherein the single-core fibers are regrouped into a pattern to mate with the cores of another MCF, hence forming a jumper. One or more of the single core fibers may be terminated along the length of the jumper to form a jumper with one or more tap accesses. 1. A connector system comprising:a first ferrule having a first end surface;a first holder formed in said first ferrule and formed as a single opening or groove extending up to said first end surface;a plurality of single-core optical fibers mounted in said first holder with first ends of said plurality of single-core optical fibers arranged in a first given pattern at said first end surface of said first ferrule;a second ferrule having a second end surface;a second holder formed in said second ferrule and formed as a single opening or groove extending up to said second end surface; anda multi-core optical fiber including a plurality of cores arranged in a second given pattern; said multi-core optical fiber being mounted in said second holder with a first end of said multi-core optical fiber being located at said second end surface of said second ferrule, wherein when said second ferrule is mated to said first ferrule, at least one of said plurality of single-core optical fibers is aligned with at least one of said cores in said multi-core optical fiber.2. The connector system of claim 1 , wherein said plurality of single-core optical fibers are mounted in an abutting ...

MODULE AND ASSEMBLY FOR FIBER OPTIC INTERCONNECTIONS

A module for interconnecting fiber optic cables and/or cords includes: a housing having a rear wall; a plurality of MPO adapters mounted in the rear wall; and forty-eight fiber optic adapters mounted to a front portion of the housing, the duplex adapters being operatively connected with the MPO adapters. 1. A module for interconnecting fiber optic cables and/or cords , comprising:a housing having a rear wall;a plurality of MPO adapters mounted in the rear wall;forty-eight fiber optic adapters mounted to a front portion of the housing, the fiber optic adapters being operatively connected with the MPO adapters.2. The module defined in claim 1 , wherein the plurality of MPO adapters is three adapters.3. The module defined in claim 1 , wherein the plurality of MPO adapters is four adapters.4. The module defined in claim 1 , configured to be oriented in an upright or an inverted orientation claim 1 , and further comprising a faceplate indicating the upright and inverted orientations.5. The module defined in claim 1 , further comprising latches that are configured to enable the module to be snap-mounted to a shelf.6. The module defined in claim 1 , wherein the forty-eight fiber optic adapters comprise 24 duplex fiber optic adapters.7. An assembly for interconnecting fiber optic cables and/or cords claim 1 , comprising:a 1U telecommunications shelf; and a housing having a rear wall;', 'a plurality of MPO adapters mounted in the rear wall;', 'forty-eight fiber optic adapters mounted to a front portion of the housing, the fiber optic adapters being operatively connected with the MPO adapters., 'two fiber optic telecommunications modules mounted to the shelf, each comprising8. The assembly defined in claim 7 , wherein the plurality of MPO adapters is three adapters.9. The assembly defined in claim 7 , wherein the plurality of MPO adapters is four adapters.10. The assembly defined in claim 7 , wherein each of the modules is configured to be oriented in an upright or an ...

METHODS FOR FORMING CONNECTORIZED FIBER OPTIC CABLING

A connectorized fiber optic cabling assembly includes a loose tube fiber optic cable and a connector assembly. The cable has a termination end and includes: an optical fiber bundle including a plurality of optical fibers; at least one strength member, and a jacket surrounding the optical fiber bundle and the at least one strength member. The connector assembly includes a rigid portion and defines a fiber passage. The connector assembly is mounted on the termination end of the cable such that the optical fiber bundle extends through at least a portion of the fiber passage. The plurality of optical fibers of the optical fiber bundle have a ribbonized configuration in the rigid portion of the connector assembly and a loose, non-ribbonized configuration outside the rigid portion. The plurality of optical fibers undergo a transition from the ribbonized configuration to the loose, non-ribbonized configuration in the rigid portion of the connector assembly. According to some embodiments, the rigid portion of the connector assembly includes a rigid connector housing. 1. A connectorized fiber optic cabling assembly comprising: a plurality of optical fibers;', 'a bundle of strength yarns that surrounds the plurality of optical fibers; and', 'a cable jacket that surrounds the bundle of strength yarns; and, 'a loose tube fiber optic cable that includes a connector housing that defines a fiber passage and includes a front housing and a rear housing;', 'a ferrule mounted within the connector housing;', 'a spring mounted within the connector housing rearward of the ferrule; and', 'a strain relief boot extending rearwardly from the connector housing an including a front section and a cylindrical rear section,, 'a connector assembly mounted on a first end of the loose tube fiber optic cable, the connector assembly includingwherein the plurality of optical fibers extend through the strain relief boot, the fiber passage and the spring into the ferrule,wherein the plurality of optical ...

METHODS FOR FORMING CONNECTORIZED FIBER OPTIC CABLING

A connectorized fiber optic cabling assembly includes a loose tube fiber optic cable and a connector assembly. The cable has a termination end and includes an optical fiber bundle including a plurality of optical fibers, at least one strength member, and a jacket surrounding the optical fiber bundle and the strength member. The connector assembly includes a rigid portion and defines a fiber passage. The connector assembly is mounted on the termination end of the cable such that the optical fiber bundle extends through at least a portion of the fiber passage. The plurality of optical fibers undergo a transition from a ribbonized configuration to a loose, non-ribbonized configuration in the rigid portion of the connector assembly.

CONNECTOR FOR TRANSITIONING MULTI-CORE FIBER TO PLURAL SINGLE CORE FIBERS

A method and system connects multiple cores within one fiber, e.g., a multi-core fiber (MCF), to multiple fibers with single-cores. The single-core fibers can then be terminated by traditional envelopes, such as a single core LC envelope. A connector holds the single-core fibers into a pattern that matches a pattern of all, or a sub group, of the individual cores of the MCF. The single-core fibers may all be terminated to individual connectors to form a fanout or breakout cable. Alternatively, the single-core fibers may extend to another connector wherein the single-core fibers are regrouped into a pattern to mate with the cores of another MCF, hence forming a jumper. One or more of the single core fibers may be terminated along the length of the jumper to form a jumper with one or more tap accesses. 1. A connector system comprising:a ferrule having an end surface;a holder formed in said ferrule and extending up to said end surface; anda plurality of single-core optical fibers mounted in said holder with first ends of said plurality of single-core optical fibers arranged in a given pattern at said end surface of said ferrule, wherein said given pattern includes a central single-core optical fiber surrounded by plural satellite single-core optical fibers.2. The connector system of claim 1 , wherein said plural satellite single-core optical fibers are arranged in a hexagonal pattern.3. The connector system of claim 1 , wherein each of said plural satellite single-core optical fibers abuts said central single-core optical fiber at said end surface of said ferrule.4. The connector system of claim 1 , wherein cladding layers or acrylate layers of said plural satellite single-core optical fibers abut said central single-core optical fiber at said end surface of said ferrule.5. The connector system of claim 1 , wherein said ferrule is a cylindrical member and said holder is located along a central axis of said ferrule and extends from a first end of said ferrule to a ...

Systems and methods for a headlamp

A headlamp includes a module assembly, a back of the module assembly including a geared portion, the geared portion including a plurality of grooves and protrusions, and the module assembly including a lighting module. The headlamp further includes a holder, the holder pivotally attached to the module assembly, and the holder includes a tab mounted on a flexible tab arm, the tab and flexible tab arm positioned such that the tab interfaces with the geared portion of the back, the module assembly being rotatable in relation to the holder, the tab ratcheting from one groove to another groove of the plurality of grooves, and the flexible tab arm flexing to allow the tab to pass over the protrusions of the geared portion.

Flexible lighting device

Flexible lighting device

Cantilevered snap fit case

Cantilevered snap fit case

Cantilevered snap fit case

A case for holding an electronic device includes a body having a void for holding the electronic device. The void approximately replicates the shape of the electronic device such that a face of the electronic device is not substantially surrounded by the body. The body has tabs configured to contact a portion of the face of the electronic device and hold the electronic device in the void such that it is held in place. The body has a flexible body portion, the flexible body portion defined by a cut in the body, dividing the body into a hinge portion and a main body. The hinge portion is configured to be flexed away from the main body to provide a direction that the electronic device is slidably removed.

Carrying case receiver

Tie wrap for bundling objects

A twist tie device has an elongated piece of shape-retaining deformable material. A cover covers the shape-retaining deformable material along the length of the elongated piece. The cover has a bond between the elongated piece and the cover. The bond between the cover and the elongated piece is along the entire interior surface of the cover. An outer cover may be bonded to the cover. The outer cover may have a gripping surface and a non-gripping surface. The gripping surface will provide more grip for the twist tie device when it is wrapped around itself, and the gripping surface will provide more grip when it is wrapped around objects.

Mobile phone case

Tie wrap for bundling objects

A holder includes a body, the body having a first and second receiver and a first and second cylindrical holder. The holder further includes a tie that is an elongated piece of shape-retaining deformable material and a cover covering the shape-retaining deformable material along the length of the elongated piece. The covering and the shape-retaining deformable material are bonded along their length. A first portion of the tie passes through the first cylindrical holder. A second portion of the tie passes through the second cylindrical holder, such that a loop is formed between the body and the tie, stretching from the first cylindrical holder to the second cylindrical holder.

Cantilevered snap fit case

Tie wrap for bundling objects

A holder includes a body, the body having a first and second receiver and a first and second cylindrical holder. The holder further includes a tie comprised of an elongated piece of shape-retaining deformable material and a cover covering the shape-retaining deformable material along the length of the elongated piece. The covering and the shape-retaining deformable material are bonded along their length. A first portion of the tie passes through the first cylindrical holder. A second portion of the tie passes through the second cylindrical holder, such that a loop is formed between the body and the tie, stretching from the first cylindrical holder to the second cylindrical holder.

Systems and methods for a locking carabineer

An apparatus for attaching items includes a body, first hook, and second hook oriented on a first side and a second side of the body. The apparatus further includes a first gate and a second gate, the first gate attached to the body and oriented to close the first hook, and the second gate attached to the body and oriented to close the second hook. The apparatus further includes a first sliding lock and a second sliding lock, the first and second sliding locks oriented on the first and second gates, respectively; the first and second sliding locks having a first position, being a locked position, where the sliding lock is positioned in a first notch and a second notch in the body, and a second position, being an unlocked position, where the first and second sliding locks are distal from the first and second notches.

Power transmission belt

Tie-down and tensioning system

A tie-down and tensioning device (10) including: a device body (54); an attachment member (52) connected to the device body, the attachment member including an attachment opening; a cord block (16) comprising a cord block hook (62) connected to the device body, and a cord support surface (50) disposed between the cord block hook and the device body; and a cord gripper (53) attached to the device body, the cord gripper comprising a cord gripper hook (64) connected to the device body, the interior surface of the cord gripper hook (48) and the surface of the device body opposing the interior surface of the cord gripper hook (46) defining a wedge-shaped opening (14), and a cord gripping surface (70) formed on one of the interior surface of the cord gripper hook and the opposing surface of the device body.

Air bag restraint system

ABSTRACT An air bag restraint system including a unitary flexible bag having a plurality of compartments. The air bag in deflated condition is confined in a vehicle passenger compartment in spaced relationship to one of the adjacent passenger seating positions. The bag is inflatable for passenger restraint purposes by a pressurizing device. The bag is constructed and arranged so that during inflation it deploys towards one of the passenger seating positions, and also expands laterally across the vehicle interior in front of the adjacent passenger seating position.

Connectorized fiber optic cabling assembly

A connectorized fiber optic cabling assembly includes a loose tube fiber optic cable and a connector assembly. The cable has a termination end and includes an optical fiber bundle including a plurality of optical fibers, at least one strength member, and a jacket surrounding the optical fiber bundle and the strength member. The connector assembly includes a rigid portion and defines a fiber passage. The connector assembly is mounted on the termination end of the cable such that the optical fiber bundle extends through at least a portion of the fiber passage. The plurality of optical fibers undergo a transition from a ribbonized configuration to a loose, non-ribbonized configuration in the rigid portion of the connector assembly.

Microprogram-controlled data processing system

Helmet flashlight retainer

A web type mounting pad for a mini-flashlight is removably secured to a helmet with elastic straps having hooks that clip to the helmet rim. In one embodiment three straps (two long one short) secure the mounting pad. In another embodiment a slidable mounting pad slides on one or more elastic straps. In another embodiment a snap on hook and loop band holds a removable hook and loop mounting pad, and a tether secures the hand held flashlight to the helmet.

Helmet flashlight retainer

A web type mounting pad for a mini-flashlight is removably secured to a helmet with elastic straps having hooks that clip to the helmet rim. In one embodiment three straps (two long one short) secure the mounting pad. In another embodiment a slidable mounting pad slides on one or more elastic straps. In another embodiment a snap on Velcro band holds a removable Velcro mounting pad, and a tether secures the hand held flashlight to the helmet.

Carrier for multiple splice trays

A splice site carrier includes an interconnecting member and a plurality of generally planar carrier members that are pivotally interconnected therewith. The carrier members are configured to receive a splice tray mounted on a front side thereof. Each of the carrier members is pivotable about a respective pivot axis between an access position, in which the front side of the carrier member faces in a first direction, such that the splice tray is presented for access to splice sites thereon, and a non-access position that is at least partially inverted from the access position, in which a rear side of the carrier member is presented and the splice tray is not accessible.

communication connection system

Tie down and tensioning system

A tie-down and tensioning device (10) including: a device body (54); an attachment member (52) connected to the device body, the attachment member including an attachment opening; a cord block (16) comprising a cord block hook (62) connected to the device body, and a cord support surface (50) disposed between the cord block hook and the device body; and a cord gripper (53) attached to the device body, the cord gripper comprising a cord gripper hook (64) connected to the device body, the interior surface of the cord gripper hook (48) and the surface of the device body opposing the interior surface of the cord gripper hook (46) defining a wedge-shaped opening (14), and a cord gripping surface (70) formed on one of the interior surface of the cord gripper hook and the opposing surface of the device body.

Flashlight support device

A flashlight support device (20) having a hollow open body that has at least one open end and is designed to removably fit over the body of a flashlight (24). Attached in substantially diametric opposition adjacent to one open en d is at least one pair of separate legs (26) for rotation in the Y-axis. Each leg (26) is comprised of a bendable material and is capable of being bent, without any additional mechanism, into substantially any position and configuration in the X and Z-axis. A rotation mechanism and the adjustable a nd bendable legs (26) attached thereto allow each rotatable and bendable leg (2 6) to be rotated into a number of incremental positions in the Y-axis over a range of a full 360~. In preferred embodiments, the flashlight support devic e (20) has two opposed ends, and there are at least two pairs of adjustable an d bendable legs (26) attached to the hollow body for rotation in the Y-axis.</ SDOAB>

Carrying case with backbone

A carrying case includes a backbone panel forming a back and base for the carrying case. A rear-top panel is connected to the backbone panel forming at least a portion of the sides and top of the carrying case. A left side and a right side panel are connected to the backbone panel forming a portion of the left side and right side of the carrying case, respectively. A mid-top panel is connected to the left side and right side panels, forming a portion of the sides and top of the carrying case. A mid-front panel is connected to the mid-top panel, the left side and right side panels, and the backbone panel, the mid-front panel forming the front of the carrying case. A first zipper is connected to the rear-top panel and the mid-top panel. The backbone panel, rear-top panel, left side and right side panels, mid-top panel, mid-front panel, and zipper form a first pocket in the carrying case.

Flashlight support device

Embedded web phone module

A system for enabling Data Network Telephony (DNT) communication through a W EB page includes a Web server (28) hosting an interactive WEB page and having a n Internet port, as link in the WEB page adapted for launching a DNT-capable telephone module, and a DNT-capable telephone module associated with the lin k. In this system, upon selection of the link by a person accessing the WEB pag e over the Internet (13) using a computer platform, an instance of the IP telephone module is downloaded to computer platform, and an IP call is launched to an IP address prestored and associated with the link. The DNT network may be the Internet (13). In a preferred embodiment the system first investigates the computer platform for hardware and software characteristics , and attaches the determined characteristics to the instance of the IP telephone module to be downloaded. The downloaded module then self-launches and configures, and then launches the associated call. In some embodiments t he module disappears after a single call, and thus serves as an instant enabler for IP telephony.

Washing machine

Data processing system

1,061,361. Editing data. INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION. Feb. 11, 1965 [April 6, 1964], No. 5906/65. Heading G4A. In an electronic data processing system, data characters to be edited are transferred selectively and successively under partial control of a bi-stable device from a first (" source ") storage field to a second (" pattern ") storage field initially containing control and data characters (e.g. decimal point), whereby at the conclusion of an editing operation the second field contains selected characters from the first field selectively interspersed with data characters of the second field. Bytes each have 8 bits and comprise two binary-coded decimal digits or one such and a sign (" packed " format), or one such digit plus 4 zone bits (" unpacked " format). Provision is made for interchanging the two halves of a byte in a register to simplify test on a half, testing being done generally by subtracting a constant from the number and seeing if the result is zero. The bi-stable device referred to above is a " significance trigger " which is 0 if the next " source " character is presumed non-significant and 1 if significant. The trigger is set to 1 if the " source " character is non-zero, or when a " significance start " control character is detected in the " pattern " field, and set to 0 when a " field separation " control character is detected. The characters of the " pattern " field are accessed from memory in turn. Those not control characters are retained in the " pattern " field if the "significance trigger " is at 1 but replaced by fill characters if at .0. " Field separation " control characters are replaced by fill characters. Detection of a " significance start " control character or a " digit select " control character results in the accessing of the. corresponding " source " character. If this is non- ...

Tie wrap for bundling objects

A twist tie device has an elongated piece of shape-retaining deformable material. A cover covers the shape-retaining deformable material along the length of the elongated piece. The cover has a bond between the elongated piece and the cover. The bond between the cover and the elongated piece is along the entire interior surface of the cover. An outer cover may be bonded to the cover. The outer cover may have a gripping surface and a non-gripping surface. The gripping surface will provide more grip for the twist tie device when it is wrapped around itself, and the gripping surface will provide more grip when it is wrapped around objects.

Carrier for multiple splice trays

A splice site carrier includes an interconnecting member and a plurality of generally planar carrier members that are pivotally interconnected therewith. The carrier members are configured to receive a splice tray mounted on a front side thereof. Each of the carrier members is pivotable about a respective pivot axis between an access position, in which the front side of the carrier member faces in a first direction, such that the splice tray is presented for access to splice sites thereon, and a non-access position that is at least partially inverted from the access position, in which a rear side of the carrier member is presented and the splice tray is not accessible.

Connectorized fiber optic cabling assembly

A connectorized fiber optic cabling assembly includes a loose tube fiber optic cable and a connector assembly. The cable has a termination end and includes an optical fiber bundle including a plurality of optical fibers, at least one strength member, and a jacket surrounding the optical fiber bundle and the strength member. The connector assembly includes a rigid portion and defines a fiber passage. The connector assembly is mounted on the termination end of the cable such that the optical fiber bundle extends through at least a portion of the fiber passage. The plurality of optical fibers undergo a transition from a ribbonized configuration to a loose, non-ribbonized configuration in the rigid portion of the connector assembly.

Network interface unit for modular furniture

A network interface unit (NIU) for a modular workstation includes a housing. One or more input network adapters on the housing receive input connectors of a first multi-network cable that is connected to a distribution network. One or more output network adapters on the housing receive output connectors of a second multi-network cable that is connected to another NIU of another modular workstation to provide for a daisy chain connection. One or more workstation adapters are provided on the housing for providing connections to one or more networks of various security levels. Cables that are connected to one or more CPUs or telephones of the workstation are connected to respective ones of the workstation adapters. The workstation adapters of the NIU may provide one or more of visual, physical, and geographical verification and segregation of the network connections to enhance the integrity of the security of the various networks available at the NIU.

Method and apparatus for data routing, delivery, and authentication in a packet data network

A server connected to a data network (11) for transmitting files over the data network to one of a plurality of destination servers (19) is adapted to spawn a software agent in response to a file to be transmitted and meeting certain preset criteria, such as file size. The software agent is associated with the file by at least the file's destination, and is transmitted over one or more routes to the destination to collect routing information, and returns to the source server. The associated file is then transmitted using the information collected. In an alternative embodiment the agent also collects validation information at the destination and returns same to the source server. The agent may also, in some embodiments, negotiate reserved bandwidth and security protocols or other validation information for transmission of the associated file at certain intermediate servers.

Bimetal lid lock

BIMETAL LID LOCK ABSTRACT OF THE DISCLOSURE A safety interlock for a door of an automatic washing machine is disclosed. The interlock securely latches the door during a spin cycle to prevent the operator of the machine from opening the door and catch-ing his hand in the rotating motor driven drum. The inter-lock operates during operation of the motor and during a time delay period following de-energization of the motor to permit the drum to coast to a safe speed or to a stop. In-eluded in the interlock is a switch member operable upon closure of the door to at least partially complete a circuit between the motor and a bimetallic element. The remainder of the circuit is completed by a timer driven switch, and when the circuit is completed the bimetallic element is heated to move a latch on the frame of the appliance into locking engage-ment with a latch on the door.

Track for track-laying vehicles

Data processing system

Carrier pouch

Biotinylated oligonucleotides and reagents for preparing the same

Reagents of the formula I ##STR1## wherein A is --CH 2 -- m O-- (m=2 to 20) or --C n H 2n --O-- t (n=2 to 6; t=2 to 10) and B is selected from the group consisting of ##STR2## and salts thereof are useful for the preparation of 5'-biotinylated oligonucleotides.

Electronic liquid level monitor and controller

ELECTRONIC LIQUID LEVEL MONITOR AND CONTROLLER ABSTRACT OF THE DISCLOSURE The cycles of an oscillator varying in frequency in pro-portion to the changing level of a monitored liquid are counted over a fixed period of time. A derived submultiple of the count is compared relative to an electronically stored table of numbers indicative of known liquid levels. Predetermined relationships between the count and the table initiate control functions for maintaining or varying the level of monitored liquid during a pro-grammed series of operations such as, for example, the programmed cycles of a microcomputer controlled clothes washing machine.

Self-removing washer shipping plug

SELF-REMOVING WASHER SHIPPING PLUG ABSTRACT OF THE DISCLOSURE A shipping pallet for use in packaging a top loading clothes washer includes a rectangular base of plastic foam material with an aperture in its center, the bottom of the clothes washer cabinet being fully supported on the base. A plastic post with a radially extending skirt at its mid portion is locked at its lower end into the aperture in the base. The upper end of the post extends though a center aperture in the base plate of the clothes washer and then press fits into a vertically aligned center aperture in the snubber dome thereof. The post and its skirt interlock respectively with the snubber dome and the base plate to stop the snubber dome from laterally shifting relative to the base plate during shipping so as to preclude damage to the clothes washer. When the clothes washer is removed from its packaging by the end user, the rectangular base is pulled away from the bottom of the clothes washer cabinet along with the post wherein the snubber dome is released so as to be able to move relative to the clothes washer base plate as is desired during normal operation of the washing machine. Such a shipping pallet eliminates the need for a separate snubber dome shipping bolt that must be manually removed subsequent to unpackaging of the clothes washer as is the current practice.

Embedded web phone module

Data processing facility

Electrophotographic copying process

Carrying case with selectively adjustable stand

This invention relates to a portable case adapted for holding hand held devices such as phones, cameras, camcorders, radios and other products as well as non-electronic devices such as flashlights. The case is supported by a selectively bendable stand which may be altered in any variety of positions to provide a support for the case and associated electronic equipment. The case may also include an elastic cord element to removably interconnect the electronic device on an exterior surface of the case during use.

Belt and pulley transmission

Method and apparatus for data routing, delivery, and authentication in a packet data network

High density patching system for cable and optical fiber

A communication patching system includes a platform configured to support a plurality of cables and a first panel pivotably mounted to the platform, the first panel having at least one holder for securing communications adapters to the first panel. A first set of communications adapters is connected to the platform, and a second set of communications adapters mounted in the at least one holder. The first panel is pivotable between a first position in which the second set of communications adapters is spaced from the first set of communications adapters by a first distance and a second position in which the second set of communications adapters is spaced from the first set of communications adapters by a second distance greater than the first distance.

DATA PROCESSING SYSTEM WITH PRIORITY CONTROLLED PROGRAM INTERRUPTION

1,061,361. Editing data. INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION. Feb. 11, 1965 [April 6, 1964], No. 5906/65. Heading G4A. In an electronic data processing system, data characters to be edited are transferred selectively and successively under partial control of a bi-stable device from a first (" source ") storage field to a second (" pattern ") storage field initially containing control and data characters (e.g. decimal point), whereby at the conclusion of an editing operation the second field contains selected characters from the first field selectively interspersed with data characters of the second field. Bytes each have 8 bits and comprise two binary-coded decimal digits or one such and a sign (" packed " format), or one such digit plus 4 zone bits (" unpacked " format). Provision is made for interchanging the two halves of a byte in a register to simplify test on a half, testing being done generally by subtracting a constant from the number and seeing if the result is zero. The bi-stable device referred to above is a " significance trigger " which is 0 if the next " source " character is presumed non-significant and 1 if significant. The trigger is set to 1 if the " source " character is non-zero, or when a " significance start " control character is detected in the " pattern " field, and set to 0 when a " field separation " control character is detected. The characters of the " pattern " field are accessed from memory in turn. Those not control characters are retained in the " pattern " field if the "significance trigger " is at 1 but replaced by fill characters if at .0. " Field separation " control characters are replaced by fill characters. Detection of a " significance start " control character or a " digit select " control character results in the accessing of the. corresponding " source " character. If this is non- ...

Device for securing rope in multiple configurations and process of using the same

An apparatus for securing a rope includes a device body having a first width, a first length, and a first height, the first width substantially greater than each of the first height and the first length, the device body having a first end and a second end, the first end and second end at opposing ends of the first width of the device body. The apparatus includes a first rope notch, the first rope notch located at the first end of the device body, the first rope notch extending in a first direction parallel to the first height away from the central body. The apparatus includes a second rope notch, the second rope notch located at the second end of the device body, the second rope notch extending in a second direction parallel to the first height away from the device body, wherein the second direction is opposite the first direction.

A device for the partial automation of the commissioning of fluid flow systems

Embedded web phone module

A system for enabling Data Network Telephony (DNT) communication through a WEB page includes a Web server hosting an interactive WEB page and having an Internet port, a link in the WEB page adapted for launching a DNT-capable telephone module, and a DNT-capable telephone module associated with the link. In this system, upon selection of the link by a person accessing the WEB page over the Internet using a computer platform, an instance of the IP telephone module is downloaded to computer platform, and an IP call is launched to an IP address pre-stored and associated with the link. The DNT network may be the Internet. In a preferred embodiment the system first investigates the computer platform for hardware and software characteristics, and attaches the determined characteristics to the instance of the IP telephone module to be downloaded. The downloaded module then self-launches and configures, and then launches the associated call. In some embodiments the module disappears after a single call, and thus serves as an instant enabler for IP telephony.

Module and assembly for fiber optic interconnections

A module for interconnecting fiber optic cables and/or cords includes: a housing having a rear wall; a plurality of MPO adapters mounted in the rear wall; and forty-eight fiber optic adapters mounted to a front portion of the housing, the duplex adapters being operatively connected with the MPO adapters.

LED collar cover

Shuttered adapter

A shuttered adapter for a communications connector is formed of two pieces in the form of a retainer and a door. The retainer is formed of plastic and includes facing resilient lips for snap-on attachment to a connector body. A resilient tab and a first hinge portion are integrally formed as features of the retainer during an initial molding process of the retainer. The door is formed of plastic and includes a second hinge portion integrally formed therewith during an initial molding process of the door. The second hinge portion is attached to the first hinge portion to permit the door to pivot relative to the retainer. The resilient tab contacts a top of the door to urge the door into a position covering an opening in the connector for receiving a mating connector.

Fiber optic cable assembly with integrated compressing member for strain relief

A pre-terminated cable assembly includes: a fiber optic cable comprising a plurality of optical fibers surrounded by a polymeric jacket; the jacket including a transition region, wherein the plurality of optical fibers is broken out into fiber subunits on one side of the transition region; a sleeve fixed to the transition region; and a circumferentially compressing member mounted on the transition region of the jacket adjacent the fixing sleeve. In this configuration, the cable assembly can have sufficient strain relief and protection for the optical fibers as the cable is manipulated into place during installation.

Fiber optic cable assembly with integrated compressing member for strain relief

A pre-terminated cable assembly includes: a fiber optic cable comprising a plurality of optical fibers surrounded by a polymeric jacket; the jacket including a transition region, wherein the plurality of optical fibers is broken out into fiber subunits on one side of the transition region; a sleeve fixed to the transition region; and a circumferentially compressing member mounted on the transition region of the jacket adjacent the fixing sleeve. In this configuration, the cable assembly can have sufficient strain relief and protection for the optical fibers as the cable is manipulated into place during installation.

Self-adjusting holster particularly adapted for holding implements of a wide range of sizes

An implement holster comprising a holster support, a first cradle attached to the holster support, a second cradle, and a resilient strap system connected between the holster support and the second cradle, the first cradle fitting within the second cradle. The implement holster further comprises a clip adapted for attaching the holster to a support, a rotator connected between the clip and the holster, and a detent system permitting the holster to be held in a plurality of different positions with respect to the clip.

Multi-functional carrier for carrying items

Embodiments of the present invention relate to multi-functional carriers for carrying items and methods for constructing carriers. According to some embodiments the carrier includes a holder and a strap molded of foam material. The strap and holder may be coupled together in various configurations to create loop through which one or more objects may be inserted or removed from within a cavity in the holder.

Computer implemented method and system for detecting an object marked by means of stroke input of a user on the basis of pixels in a digital image

The invention relates to a computer-implemented method and system for detecting an object marked by means of stroke input of a user on the basis of pixels in a digital image, which comprises the following method steps: obtaining a digital image, in the memory of a computer; representing the digital image on a display of the computer; receiving stroke inputs of a user via an input interface of the computer; determining the pixels in the digital image which correspond to the stroke input of the user and which are determined to be pertaining to the object to be detected; determining the pixels which in a selectable perimeter region are located around the pixels which correspond to the stroke input of a user, carrying out the object detection by using the pixels which correspond to the stroke input of the user and the pixels in the perimeter region, wherefore a determination is made for each pixel within the perimeter region to determine whether said pixel is located closer to the outer edge of the perimeter region or closer to the pixels that correspond to the stroke input of the user with regard to a selected metric, wherein a pixel within the perimeter region is determined to be associated with the object to be detected, if said pixel with the regard to the selected metric is located closer to the pixels which correspond to the stroke input of the user or alternatively a pixel within the perimeter region is not determined to be associated with the object to be detected if said pixel is located closer to the outer edge with regard to the selected metric, all pixels of the object marked by means of stroke input of the user are detected.

Spade Flange Tool with Fluid Passage

A spade flange tool comprises a spade portion and a handle portion, wherein the spade portion includes a well for collecting fluids and wherein the handle portion includes a drain, in fluid communication with the well, for draining fluids collected in the well. The spade flange tool described herein is particularly useful for safely and effectively draining waste fluid effluent from cleaning operations used in onsite cleaning of equipment in industrial plants, such as vessels, tanks, conduits, etc., having a flanged connection. The spade flange tool may also be used to introduce a pressurizing fluid into equipment having a flanged connection.

Texturierte trennplatte und herstellungsverfahren

Computer-implementiertes verfahren und system zur erkennung eines mittels stroke-eingabe eines anwenders markierten objekts anhand von pixeln in einem digitalen bild

Die vorliegende Erfindung betrifft ein computer-implementiertes Verfahren und System zur Erkennung eines mittels Stroke-Eingabe eines Anwenders markierten Objekts anhand von Pixeln in einem digitalen Bild, das folgende Verfahrensschritte aufweist: - Erhalten eines digitalen Bildes, im Speicher eines Computers; - Darstellen des digitalen Bildes auf einem Display des Computers; - Empfangen von Stroke-Eingaben eines Anwenders über eine Eingabeschnittstelle des Computers; - Bestimmen der Pixel im digitalen Bild, die mit der Stroke-Eingabe des Anwenders korrespondieren und die als dem zu erkennenden Objekt zugehörig bestimmt werden, - Bestimmen der Pixel, die in einem wählbaren Perimeterbereich um die Pixel herum liegen, die mit der Stroke-Eingabe des Anwenders korrespondieren, - Ausführung der Objekterkennung unter Verwendung der Pixel, die mit der Stroke-Eingabe des Anwenders korrespondieren und der Pixel in dem Perimeterbereich, wozu für jedes Pixel innerhalb des Perimeterbereichs bestimmt wird, ob es hinsichtlich einer gewählten Metrik näher am Außenrand des Perimeterbereiches oder näher an den Pixeln liegt, die mit der Stroke-Eingabe des Anwenders korrespondieren, wobei ein Pixel innerhalb des Perimeterbereiches als dem zu erkennenden Objekt zugehörig bestimmt wird, wenn es hinsichtlich der gewählten Metrik näher an den Pixeln liegt, die mit der Stroke-Eingabe des Anwenders korrespondieren oder aber ein Pixel innerhalb des Perimeterbereiches nicht als zu dem zu erkennenden Objekt zugehörig bestimmt wird, wenn es hinsichtlich der gewählten Metrik näher am Außenrand des Perimeterberiches liegt und so alle Pixel des mittels Stroke-Eingabe des Anwenders markierten Objekts erkannt werden.

Retractable datacommunications rack

A retractable datacommunications rack includes: a mounting member configured to mount to a mounting structure; a linkage mounted to the mounting member; and an enclosure mounted on the linkage and configured to provide locations for datacommunications interconnections. The linkage is configured to move the enclosure between a retracted raised position and a lowered working position.

Textured separator plate and method of making

The present invention comprises a textured separator plate having specific desirable surface characteristics and method of manufacture of said plate. The separator plate in one embodiment is fashioned from steel which is textured by cold working, for example, by a laser-matte rolling process. Preferably, the surface texture is a repeatable bi-dimensional pattern exhibiting a surface profile which is plateau-like in appearance, the texture comprising a regular pattern of curvilinear recesses defining island-like features.

Textured separator plate and method of making

The present invention comprises a textured separator plate having specific desirable surface characteristics and method of manufacture of said plate. The separator plate in one embodiment is fashioned from steel which is textured by cold working, for example, by a laser-matte rolling process. Preferably, the surface texture is a repeatable bi-dimensional pattern exhibiting a surface profile which is plateau-like in appearance, the texture comprising a regular pattern of curvilinear recesses defining island-like features.

Systems and methods for extruded zippers, zipper garages, connection techniques, and uses therefore

A slider garage includes an overmolded body, the overmolded body oriented on a zipper, the overmolded body including an overmolded male portion and an overmolded female portion, the overmolded male and female portions positioned on an end of the zipper, such that each is on one side of the zipper, the overmolded male portion being shaped such that it fits in the overmolded female portion in a watertight fashion and the overmolded body is molded over a portion of the zipper.

Improvements in or relating to electronic dats processing systems

Improvements in or relating to electronic data processing systems