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Randy J. Aksamlt, Chandler, AZ US
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20090172449 | SYSTEM-DRIVEN TECHNIQUES TO REDUCE MEMORY OPERATING VOLTAGE - Disclosed herein are approaches to reducing a guardband (margin) used for minimum voltage supply (Vcc) requirements for memory such as cache. | 07-02-2009 |
Randy J. Boudrieau, N. Grafton, MA US
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20130245695 | VETERINARY PLATE - A bone fixation device includes a plate body which includes (a) a first body portion lying in a first plane, (b) a second body portion lying in a second plane and (c) an interface body portion lying in a third plane. The first plane is angled relative to the second plane and the third plane is angled relative to the first and second planes. A longitudinal axis of the first body portion is angled with respect to a longitudinal axis of the second body portion. The first body portion has first and second openings extending therethrough. The second body portion has third and fourth openings extending therethrough. | 09-19-2013 |
Randy J. Boudrieau, Sherborn, MA US
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20130211459 | PANCARPAL ARTHRODESIS BONE PLATE - A bone plate is configured for pancarpal arthrodesis. The bone plate can include a plurality of apertures that can be aligned with the metacarpal bones. The apertures can include a first portion and second portion that is longitudinally and laterally offset with respect to the first portion. | 08-15-2013 |
Randy J. Brown, Slidell, LA US
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20090255980 | CONTROL SYSTEMS FOR FRICTION STIR WELDING OF TITANIUM ALLOYS AND OTHER HIGH TEMPERATURE MATERIALS - Control systems, methods, and algorithms are provided for controlling the process parameters during FSW in order to repeatedly produce high quality welds for high temperature alloys such as titanium alloys and superalloys. In accordance with exemplary embodiments of the present invention, a desired range of forge load, pinch load, and/or travel load can be reliably maintained in a FSW system by adjusting the rotational speed thereof. In other embodiments, a desired temperature range of the tool or weld can be maintained by adjusting a plunge depth of pin tool for conventional FSW or distances between upper and lower shoulders for self-reacting FSW processes. Other embodiments of the present invention provide methods and/or apparatus suitable for rotational control and/or plunge depth control for FSW of titanium alloys and/or other high temperature alloys such as super alloys. | 10-15-2009 |
20110000952 | Friction-stir Weld-tool and Method - A method for joining a tube and tube plate for use in a tube-and-shell heat exchanger is disclosed. The method enables a joint between the tube and tube plate that is substantially hermetic and substantially corrosion-resistant. The method comprises providing an anvil inside the tube, wherein the anvil supports the tube wall during a friction-stir welding process used to join the tube and tube plate. The anvil facilitates formation of a reliable weld region and enables faster friction-stir welding. | 01-06-2011 |
20110127022 | Heat Exchanger Comprising Wave-shaped Fins - A heat exchanger for exchanging heat between a first fluid and a second fluid is disclosed; wherein the heat exchanger has improved thermal efficiency and low fluid back pressure. The heat exchanger comprises conduits for conveying the first fluid, wherein the conduits include a plurality of flow passages. The flow passages are defined by a plurality of fins that are continuous along the direction of flow of the first fluid. Each fin includes a wave-shaped region, and adjacent fins sub-divide each flow passage into first and second sections that are interposed by a third section. The wave-shape of the fins creates a continuously varying cross-sectional area for each third section. The variation of the cross-sectional area of the third section, coupled with the wave-shape of the fins, induces a swirl flow between the third section and each of the first and second sections. This swirl flow improves the efficiency of the overall convection heat transfer in each conduit. Further, the overall cross-sectional area of each conduit remains constant even as the cross-sectional areas of individual flow passages changes, which mitigates the development of back pressure in the flow of the first fluid. | 06-02-2011 |
Randy J. Chervitz, Kirkwood, MO US
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20150154947 | MUSICAL INSTRUMENT - A musical instrument is disclosed which comprises a first tubular member having an inlet end and an outlet end, an interior surface, and an exterior surface and a second tubular member having an inlet end and a closed end having a one-way valve, the second tubular member adapted for receiving the first tubular member for moving the first tubular member relative to the second tubular member, and the second tubular member for receiving a liquid through the one-way valve. | 06-04-2015 |
Randy J. Chervitz, Studio City, CA US
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20140290461 | MUSICAL INSTRUMENT - A musical instrument is disclosed which comprises a first tubular member having an inlet end and an outlet end, an interior surface, and an exterior surface, and a second tubular member having an inlet end and a closed end, the second tubular member adapted for receiving the first tubular member for moving the first tubular member relative to the second tubular member, and the second tubular member for receiving and holding a liquid. | 10-02-2014 |
20140290462 | MUSICAL INSTRUMENT - A musical instrument is disclosed which comprises a tubular member having an inlet end, an outlet end having a circumferential lip, an exterior surface; and an interior surface having a rib, a movable stopper member having an indentation and a rod connected to the movable stopper member, the movable stopper member and the rod for insertion within the tubular member and the movable stopper member movable between the inlet end and the circumferential lip of the tubular member along the rib. | 10-02-2014 |
Randy J. Danburg, Scotland, CT US
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20110314823 | GAS TURBINE COMBUSTOR LINER CAP ASSEMBLY - A combustor liner cap assembly is provided for use in a multiple fuel nozzle combustor of a gas turbine. The combustor liner cap assembly includes a tube plate having a plurality of fuel nozzle openings and a plurality of open ended premix tubes extending aft from the tube plate. Each premix tube has a forward end having a forward edge, the forward end being received in a corresponding one of the fuel nozzle openings. Each premix tube is secured to the tube plate aft of the forward edge of the forward end of the premix tube, for example, metallurgically bonded, such as by welding or brazing, to the tube plate or threaded into the tube plate. | 12-29-2011 |
Randy J. Griffard, St. Mary, MO US
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20120251423 | Methods For Reducing The Acidic Gas Content of Effluent Gases - Methods for reducing the acidic gas content of effluent gas streams are disclosed. The methods generally involve reducing the acidic gas content of combustion gases passing through a duct by injecting hydrated lime or pulverized quicklime into the duct by use of a shrouded injector which reduces the incidence of occlusion of the injector. | 10-04-2012 |
Randy J. Jongens, Folsom, CA US
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20080301546 | Systems and methods for rendering media - Methods and systems are provided for maintaining the aspect ratio of an image in the form of a graphic element or a photograph on a printed product in a theme collage. The aspect ratio of each image in the theme collage is maintained independent of any aspect ratio or resolution of the theme collage. Other methods provide for maintaining the resolution of a graphic element on a printed product in a theme collage using any desired combination of bitmap or vector based graphic data and alpha data when rendering the graphic element. An exemplary system may include one or more modules for determining the size of an image on a page while maintaining an aspect ratio of the image, displaying the image, receiving graphic data for the image, receiving alpha-transparency data for the image, and changing the image appearance according to a rendering parameter. | 12-04-2008 |
20080304105 | Data management for media production - Systems and methods for authoring, ordering and producing various products are described. A method of ordering a product comprises: receiving a request for a product type, identifying product specification data associated with the product type, presenting one or more options for products characterized by the product specification data, receiving a request for one or more of the presented options, and transmitting product order data associated with the request to a server. A method of producing an ordered product comprises: receiving product order data associated with the authored product, identifying print output data associated with the authored product, generating one or more tables of contents, each table of contents defining one or more components of the authored product, and printing the product components defined by the tables of contents. | 12-11-2008 |
20110072376 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR DYNAMICALLY PLACING GRAPHIC ELEMENTS INTO LAYOUTS - Techniques are described for dynamically placing graphical elements into theme layouts on a graphical user interface. A rendering engine reads a set of theme metadata and graphics metadata. The theme metadata defines a layout of the page and the regions into which the graphic elements will be placed. The theme metadata can further include tags to define categories or conceptual purposes for the regions and design changes that can be applied to graphics in that region. The graphics metadata defines a list of graphic files to be included in the layout, tags to define a category or conceptual purpose for each element and optional tags to override the design changes that are indicated in the theme metadata. The rendering engine combines and matches the theme metadata to the graphics metadata and places the graphic elements into the theme layout according to the matching. | 03-24-2011 |
Randy J. Kosmicki, Edgerton, WI US
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20140271177 | SEAL FOR A CENTRIFUGAL PUMP - A seal for use in a centrifugal pump, the pump having a stationary pump casing, a stationary plate and an axially adjustable side liner, is disclosed. The seal includes a base having an inner surface and an outer surface. A band portion extends from the base and a retainer member extends from the band portion. The retainer member is spaced apart from the base and oriented for positioning against a groove formed in the axially adjustable side plate liner of the centrifugal pump. | 09-18-2014 |
20150104291 | Shaft Seal Assembly With Contaminant Detection System - A seal assembly for sealing a fluid passageway from contaminants is disclosed. The fluid passageway is formed by a rotating shaft entering an opening in a housing. The fluid passageway connects an interior of the housing, and any exterior of the housing. The seal assembly includes a first sealing member and a second sealing member, which divides the fluid passage into an interior section, an open section, and a sealed section. The interior section is exposed to the interior of the housing. The sealed section is fluidly sealed between the interior section and the open section. A sensor is disposed within the sealed section. The sensor is configured to sense the contaminants within the sealed section and is electronically coupled to a controller configured to send an alarm signal. The sensor is a moisture sensor and extends into an annular recess formed in the stationary member. | 04-16-2015 |
Randy J. Kulchy, Shrewsbury, MA US
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20110228967 | LOUDSPEAKER CEILING MOUNT BRACKET - A ceiling mount bracket for a loudspeaker. The ceiling mount bracket includes a mounting plate; an assembly to orient the loudspeaker; an assembly to receive audio signals and to provide the audio signals to the speaker; and a wiring block to connect to signal transmission wires. The wiring block includes a first terminal designated for 70/100 volt operation; a second terminal designated for 8 ohm operation; an electrically conductive path from the first terminal to a first pin of the receptacle; and an electrically conductive path from the second terminal to a second pin for the receptacle. The ceiling mount bracket also includes a mounting position for a ceramic connector and thermal fuse. The mounting position includes a threaded hole to accommodate a corresponding threaded extension of the ceramic connector and thermal fuse. The ceiling mount bracket also includes a cover enclosing more than 200 cubic centimeters. | 09-22-2011 |
Randy J. Pagulayan, Seattle, WA US
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20080215981 | Squad command interface for console-based video game - A squad command interface for a squad-based shooter video game maps character selection and command selection to actuators on a game controller. Players can select squad characters and issue a single order to multiple characters with few controller actuations. | 09-04-2008 |
Randy J. Salvatora, North Olmsted, OH US
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20130075212 | Parking Brake Chamber Internal Breathing System - A spring-type brake actuator for a pneumatically-operated vehicle brake is provided, in which the portion of the brake actuator containing the parking brake actuation power spring is arranged to be vented to atmosphere but not to permit entry of outside environmental air into the power spring chamber, the spring-type brake actuator being provided with an internal breather valve which permits clean dry air from the parking brake release chamber to enter the power spring chamber which the pressure difference between the chambers falls to within a predetermined pressure range. | 03-28-2013 |
20130239798 | Non-Pressure Plate Stone Shield with Energy Absorbing Lugs, and Pushrod Shield for Welded Clevis - A fluid pressure operable actuator includes a housing, with an end wall, and a pushrod projecting through an opening in the end wall for reciprocation upon service pressure application or release. A shield, configured as an annulus, is disposed on the pushrod to restrict contamination of an interior chamber of the actuator housing through a gap existing between an edge of the opening and a pushrod outer surface. To facilitate connecting the shield and the pushrod together, the annulus has a slit with an enlarged void at a radially outer end of the slit. This enlarged void engages an outer pushrod surface as the shield and the pushrod are joined. | 09-19-2013 |
Randy J. Shaddach, Clinton Township, MI US
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20100068425 | DECORATIVE TRIM AND METHOD FOR MAKING SAME - An article of manufacture and method are disclosed which may include a skin including a molded groove, the skin having an exposed surface and a lower surface, the skin forming a sheet of material; a seal having an upper surface disposed adjacent to the lower surface of the skin and covering a region of the lower surface of the skin including the molded groove; at least one strand of stitching material threaded between the exposed surface of the skin and the foam backing layer; and a backing layer forming a backing for the skin and the seal, the backing layer having an upper surface secured to the skin and the seal, and a lower surface. | 03-18-2010 |
Randy J. Smith, Wading River, NY US
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20090048510 | Fiducial Marker for Correlating Images - The invention relates to a fiducial marker having a marking grid that is used to correlate and view images produced by different imaging modalities or different imaging and viewing modalities. More specifically, the invention relates to the fiducial marking grid that has a grid pattern for producing either a viewing image and/or a first analytical image that can be overlaid with at least one other second analytical image in order to view a light path or to image different imaging modalities. Depending on the analysis, the grid pattern has a single layer of a certain thickness or at least two layers of certain thicknesses. In either case, the grid pattern is imageable by each imaging or viewing modality used in the analysis. Further, when viewing a light path, the light path of the analytical modality cannot be visualized by viewing modality (e.g., a light microscope objective). By correlating these images, the ability to analyze a thin sample that is, for example, biological in nature but yet contains trace metal ions is enhanced. Specifically, it is desired to analyze both the organic matter of the biological sample and the trace metal ions contained within the biological sample without adding or using extrinsic labels or stains. | 02-19-2009 |
Randy J. Speltz, Plainview, MN US
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20140027392 | HIGH-CAPACITY COMPUTER RACK WITH REAR-ACCESSIBLE SIDE BAYS - An embodiment of a computer rack is capable of supporting up to 48U of electronic devices, including a central rack space for up to 42U and six 1U side bays. The side bays are fully accessible from the rear of the rack, so that all of the components may be serviced without pulling the rack out from a row and removing side panels. Optional strip PDUs may be mounted at the rear. The rack complies with standard dimensions for a 19-inch rack, including standard vertical and horizontal rail dimensions, and fits on a standard 600 mm×1200 mm floor tile. | 01-30-2014 |
Randy J. Streetman, Howe, TX US
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20110068232 | Conduit Attachment Device for Use with a Trapeze - A conduit attachment device is disclosed for use with a trapeze for providing for the placement and suspension of apparatus between existing structural members of an overhead structure. In one embodiment, the conduit attachment device includes a body having four sides formed of a continuous sheet with three bends in an open-ended rectangular box design. A fastening join joins two sides of the continuous sheet. A window including first and second substantially continuous U-shaped engagement surfaces adapted to form a friction fit with a conduit is located at one of the ends. Two sizes of threaded openings are located on opposite sides of the body for mating with two different sizes of threaded suspension rod. Another threaded opening is located in the body for mating with a set screw that further secures the conduit. | 03-24-2011 |
Randy J. Tersteeg, Olivia, MN US
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20120247350 | Biomass Harvester Compressor System - A biomass harvester compressor system for efficiently harvesting and compacting biomass. The biomass harvester compressor system generally includes a harvester for harvesting a biomass crop and a compressor following behind the harvester for being fed the harvested biomass crop. The compressor includes at least one compacting device for compacting the biomass, at least one freezing assembly for freezing the biomass and at least one cutting mechanism for cutting the biomass after the freezing. | 10-04-2012 |
Randy J. Wians, Hampshire, IL US
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20120118844 | Corner Connector for Shelving Display - A corner connector for a shelving display is provided comprising a planar base, an inner and an outer wall on and substantially perpendicular to the base, wherein a receptacle is formed between the inner and outer walls, a post on and substantially perpendicular to the base, and a first and a second end wall at opposing ends of the inner and outers walls, wherein said first and second end walls further define the receptacle. The corner connector further comprises a separator located within the receptacle to define an upper receptacle and a lower receptacle. | 05-17-2012 |
Randy J. Wright, Hayward, CA US
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20130277517 | HAIR DRYER HOLDER - A hair dryer consists of a nozzle engaging frame that is composed of an upper nozzle engaging member and a lower nozzle engaging member, each of which is formed from steel wire bent into a horizontal generally planar hollow geometric shape, such as a hollow square. The nozzle engaging frame is supported by a substantially L-shaped arm member attached at one end to the vertical support of the nozzle engaging frame. The opposite end of the L-shaped arm member is attached to a spring clamp which, in turn, is clamped to the edge of a counter top or other edge to support the complete hair dryer holder assembly and hair dryer. The L-shaped arm may be formed with an included angle less than 90° so that when the hair dryer is inserted into the nozzle engaging frame, the nozzle of the hair dryer is directed slightly toward the countertop and away from the user. | 10-24-2013 |
Randy J. Zar, Aptos, CA US
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20130118935 | SECURITY POUCH FOR HOLDING A MOBILE DEVICE AND BLOCKING ELECTRONIC SIGNALS - Provided is a pouch for covering a mobile device to block electronic signals and/or provide and antibacterial function. In one example, a pouch includes a shield configured to envelope a device, a covering configured to envelope the shield, and a seal configured to close the shield and covering to fully encase a mobile device to prevent electronic signals from reaching the device. | 05-16-2013 |
Randy J. Zauhar, Philadelphia, PA US
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20080294404 | Computer Aided Ligand-Based and Receptor-Based Drug Design Utilizing Molecular Shape and Electrostatic Complementarity - Methods related to the generation of shape signatures representing molecular shape, and using shape signatures in both ligand-based and receptor-based molecular design. Ray-tracing is used to explore the volume interior to a ligand, or the space exterior to a receptor site. Shape signatures are then probability distributions derived from the ray-traces. Shape signatures provide condensed descriptors of shape properties readily compared to each other to test for shape similarity or complementarity. | 11-27-2008 |
20110066384 | Computer Aided Ligand-Based and Receptor-Based Drug Design Utilizing Molecular Shape and Electrostatic Complementarity - Methods related to the generation of shape signatures representing molecular shape, and using shape signatures in both ligand-based and receptor-based molecular design. Ray-tracing is used to explore the volume interior to a ligand, or the space exterior to a receptor site. Shape signatures are then probability distributions derived from the ray-traces. Shape signatures provide condensed descriptors of shape properties readily compared to each other to test for shape similarity or complementarity. | 03-17-2011 |
20130246010 | System and Method for Optimized Automated Layout of Solar Panels - The present invention provides an automated system and method for laying out photovoltaic (PV) solar panels on one or more regions of a roof or ground installation. Automation includes a presentation of optimal comparative layouts, use of different panels (of the same or different manufacturers), and consideration of different energy production characteristics and different layout constraints. Diverse mathematical approaches are used to determine the optimal panel layout for a given geographic region and for particular goals, including, but not limited to, the objective of maximizing the solar production from the designated region(s). The application of two such mathematical algorithms are detailed as parts of an exemplary embodiment: a deterministic edge-aligned approach as well as a nondeterministic approach that employs a genetic evolution simulation. | 09-19-2013 |
Randy J. Zoodsma, Poughkeepsie, NY US
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20090086789 | CONDENSATION DETECTOR UTILIZING A WET BULB AND DRY BULB TEMPERATURE DIFFERENTIAL - Apparatus, systems and methods for coordinated detecting condensation utilizing a wet bulb and dry bulb temperature differential are disclosed. According to exemplary embodiments, a condensation detector may include; a first temperature sensor which generates a first temperature signal corresponding to a temperature measured at the first temperature sensor, a second temperature sensor which generates a second temperature signal corresponding to a temperature measured at the second temperature sensor, a connector having a first end connected to the first temperature sensor, and a detector which receives the first and the second temperature signals and determines the presence of condensation at a second end of the connector based on differences between the first and second temperature signals. | 04-02-2009 |
20130333865 | MODULAR PUMPING UNIT(S) FACILITATING COOLING OF ELECTRONIC SYSTEM(S) - Field-replaceable, modular pumping units are provided, configured to facilitate pumping coolant through a cooling apparatus assisting in removal of heat generated by one or more electronic systems. The cooling apparatus includes one or more heat exchange assemblies, and the modular pumping units are coupled in parallel fluid communication to the cooling apparatus. The modular pumping unit includes a housing, a coolant inlet to the housing, a coolant reservoir tank disposed within the housing, a coolant pump, and a coolant outlet of the housing. The coolant reservoir tank and coolant pump are disposed within the housing in fluid communication, and the coolant pump pumps coolant from the coolant reservoir tank to the coolant outlet of the housing. A modular pumping unit controller is associated with the modular pumping unit, and automatically adjusts operation of the coolant pump based upon one or more sensed parameters. | 12-19-2013 |
20140096930 | FACILITATING FLUID LEVEL SENSING - Apparatuses are provided to facilitate sensing fluid within a fluid system, such as a coolant-based cooling apparatus for removing heat generated by one or more electronic components. The apparatus includes a plug configured to couple to a wall of the fluid system at an opening in the wall and to form a fluid-tight seal about the opening. The plug includes a fluid a fluid-sensor-receiving space configured to receive a fluid sensor, and when the plug is coupled to the wall at the opening, to position the fluid sensor at the opening in a manner to facilitate sensing of fluid within the system. The fluid sensor is removable from the plug without requiring uncoupling of the plug from the wall. In one implementation, the fluid sensor is a proximity sensor, and the plug is fabricated of a non-conductive material, and the wall a conductive material. | 04-10-2014 |
20140202678 | MULTI-LEVEL REDUNDANT COOLING SYSTEM FOR CONTINUOUS COOLING OF AN ELECTRONIC SYSTEM(S) - A cooling system is provided to remove heat generated by one or more electronic systems. The cooling system includes a coolant-based cooling apparatus, redundant pumping units, redundant backup blowers, and multiple separate controllers. The cooling apparatus includes one or more heat exchange assemblies discharging heat from coolant of the cooling apparatus, and the redundant pumping units, which are coupled in parallel fluid communication, separately facilitate pumping of the coolant. The redundant backup blowers are disposed to provide, when activated, backup airflow across the electronic system(s). The multiple controllers control operation of the redundant pumping units and redundant backup blowers based, at least in part, on one or more sensed parameters. The redundant backup blowers are activated responsive to the sensed parameter(s) exceeding a set threshold to provide backup cooling to the electronic system(s) in the event of degraded performance of the cooling apparatus or the redundant pumping units. | 07-24-2014 |
20150075764 | MULTI-LEVEL REDUNDANT COOLING METHOD FOR CONTINUOUS COOLING OF AN ELECTRONIC SYSTEM(S) - A cooling method is provided to remove heat generated by one or more electronic systems. The method includes providing a coolant-based cooling apparatus, redundant pumping units, redundant backup blowers, and multiple separate controllers. The cooling apparatus includes one or more heat exchange assemblies discharging heat from coolant of the cooling apparatus, and the redundant pumping units, which are coupled in parallel fluid communication, separately facilitate pumping of the coolant. The redundant backup blowers are disposed to provide, when activated, backup airflow across the electronic system(s). The multiple controllers control operation of the redundant pumping units and redundant backup blowers based, at least in part, on one or more sensed parameters. The redundant backup blowers are activated responsive to the sensed parameter(s) exceeding a set threshold to provide backup cooling to the electronic system(s) in the event of degraded performance of the cooling apparatus or the redundant pumping units. | 03-19-2015 |