Controlling a byte code transformer on detection of completion of an asynchronous command. The memory card has a unique media ID assigned thereto and includes a secure data area and a non-secure data area. The data acquisition component is communicatively connected to a sensor configured to real-time protective device configuration data output from a protective device that is part of the monitored system. The storage elements absorb and store impact energy in stages to reduce undesirable noise and contact stress in a controlled fashion. Preferably, the flexible sleeve is a length of dry cured in place liner inverted on to itself to expose two impregnable surfaces. Also provided are composite articles formed by such a method.