Abstract:
An identification and authorization system is provided that utilizes a national ID database and a number of application-specific databases. The national ID database contains unique individual ID numbers linked to unique biometric codes. The application-specific databases contain an applicable portion of the same unique individual ID numbers that are contained in the national ID database. To complete a transaction, a credential such as an ID card is scanned and a biometric scan of the individual is completed. The transaction information and the individual ID number is sent to the appropriate application-specific database. Verification of identity is completed at the national ID database, which compares the biometric code of the biometric scan with the biometric code linked to the unique individual ID number. A response from the application-specific database and a response from the national ID database is sent to the scanning location.
Abstract:
A dual-sided IDC connector for use in connecting electrical components to field wiring is described. One side of the IDC connector may be factory-wired to an electrical component. A second side of the IDC connector may be field-wired in an end-wiring or a through-wiring configuration. The second side of the IDC connector may have multiple covers to minimize the effort required by a field technician to terminate the field-wiring. The IDC connector may be easily mounted to existing raceways, outlet strips, and junction boxes.
Abstract:
releasable ladder fastener for securing elongate objects in a bundle having a stud mount boss for securing the ladder fastener to a stud mount. The releasable ladder fastener includes a ladder fastener strap and two spaced apart resilient barbed locking members formed at a first end of the ladder strap that are resiliently biased outwardly to releasably engage respective side rails of the ladder fastener strap within respective side rail latching recesses of the locking member to releasably lock the first end of the ladder strap to the strap of the ladder fastener.
Abstract:
The preset invention is directed to an embossing tool (50). The embossing tool includes a drive mechanism (100) that advances a tape, an embossing mechanism (150) and a cutting mechanism (200). The cutting mechanism cuts the tape (300) to form a tag (302). The cutting mechanism also forms a mounting feature in the ends of the tag. The cutting mechanism includes a pair of dies (232, 238) with openings therethrough and at least one punch (230) moveable within the openings for engaging the tape.
Abstract:
The present invention is directed to a spillover fitting (100) that routes cables from a lateral trough. The spillover fitting includes fitting walls (105) and a floor positioned between the fitting walls. The floor has an extension flange (110) that extends into the lateral trough. The spillover fitting also includes a containment member (115) that extends from the extension flange. The containment member is positioned over the lateral trough to contain cables routed out of the lateral trough into the spillover fitting.
Abstract:
A self-laminating rotating cable marker label is constructed of a transparent film having a first adhesive area, an adhesive-free smooth area, and a second adhesive area. A print-on area forms one side of the transparent film, the print-on area adapted to receive indicia identifying the cable about which the marker label is applied. A perforation extends across the transparent film providing a line of separation of the transparent film. When wrapped around a cable, the second adhesive area overlies the print-on area such that the cable identifying indicia is visible through the transparent second adhesive area. As the transparent film is wrapped around the cable, the first adhesive area adheres to the cable. The remainder of the transparent film is rotated, breaking the perforation, whereby the smooth area of the film in contact with the cable provides smooth rotation of the label around the cable.
Abstract:
A dual-sided IDC connector for use in connecting electrical components to field wiring is described. One side of the IDC connector may be factory-wired to an electrical component. A second side of the IDC connector may be field-wired in an end-wiring or a through-wiring configuration. The second side of the IDC connector may have multiple covers to minimize the effort required by a field technician to terminate the field-wiring. The IDC connector may be easily mounted to existing raceways, outlet strips, and junction boxes.
Abstract:
Certain embodiments of the present invention provide a hook and loop tie for securing a bundle of cables. The hook and loop tie comprises a loop component (111), a hook component (121), and a non-slip component (124). The loop component has a first end, a second end opposite the first end, and a plurality of loop fastening elements (112). The hook component is affixed to the loop component, extends from the first end of the loop component toward the second end of the loop component, and has a plurality of hook fastening elements (122). The non-slip component (124) is affixed to the loop component, extends from the second end of the loop component toward the first end of the loop component, and overlaps at least a portion of the hook component.
Abstract:
A patch cord is provided with a light pipe for guiding installation, removal, or changes in connection of the patch cord. The patch cord has a light-accepting plug with a light input and a light-emitting plug having a display area. The light pipe optically connects the light input to the display area. The light pipe may be in addition to twisted pairs of conductors in the patch cord.