Abstract:
Aspects of the invention relate to communication systems configured to communicate information in real-time between remote locations, and communication methods. In one aspect, a communication system configured to communicate information in real-time between remote locations is disclosed. The communication system includes a portable camera apparatus having a video camera configured to capture and transmit video signals between remote locations. A receiver apparatus is configured to receive video signals transmitted by the camera apparatus. The receiver apparatus is configured to scan the received video signals and establish a lock on a video signal having a highest signal strength among the video signals received by individual ones of antennas of an antenna array of the receiver apparatus.
Abstract:
A method of assembling an induction rotor includes inserting a plurality of conductor bars into a stack of disks, placing first and second end rings onto respective axial ends of the stack, thereby inserting ends of the conductor bars into corresponding slots in the respective end rings, compressing the slots against the conductor bars by impacting the end rings, and applying an electric current through the end rings and conductor bars. The compressing and the applying of current bond end rings and conductor bars together by simultaneous mechanical and electrical heat.
Abstract:
The invention relates to transaction tokens (“fobs”) having wireless functionality and methods of using the same. More specifically, fobs having radio frequency functionality such that information, such as payment information, identification information, or other like information, may be wirelessly transmitted from a memory within the fob to a receiver are disclosed. The fobs of this invention may comprise a microchip or other memory component, and/or antenna disposed on or within an insert and encased within an enclosure in an interior compartment. The fobs may have a quick-release mechanism for easily attaching to and detaching from a securing device, such as a keychain or the like. Moreover, the interior compartments of the fobs may be easily accessible for replacing the enclosed insert.