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A conversion apparatus that converts and adapts standard processor bus protocol and architecture, such as the MicroChannel (IBM Trademark) bus, to more progressive switch interconnection protocol and architecture. Existing bus-based architecture is extended to perform parallel and clustering functions by enabling the interconnection of thousands of processors. A conversion apparatus controls the transfer of data messages from one nodal element across a switch network to another nodal element by using direct memory access capabilities controlled by intelligent bus masters. This approach does not require interactive support from the processor at either nodal element during the message transmission, and frees up both processors to perform other tasks. The communication media is switch-based and is fully parallel, supporting n transmissions simultaneously, where n is the number of nodes interconnected by the switching network.
摘要:
A multi-stage architecture for providing a single switching component in multiplicity to create a single network capable of performing a multiplicity of functions. One function of the disclosed network is to circumvent the traditional blocking problems in multi-stage networks by implementing ALTERNATE PATHS between devices within the same network. This permits a non-blocked path between 2 devices to be found by rearrangeability--the act of trying or searching different alternate paths until a non-blocked connection is established. A second network function permits a special high priority mode of transfer which will guarantee that the connection will be made to an idle device as rapidly as possible.
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A rodeo flag assembly for selectively transmitting instructions to a rodeo event clock. Movement of the rodeo flag assembly can cause the rodeo flag assembly to automatically start the rodeo event clock, automatically stop the rodeo event clock, and/or automatically apply penalties against a rodeo competitor.
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There is described a method of sterilizing surfaces using flavonoids, for example mixtures containing inter alia naringin and neohesperidin, by misting.