A notification system for an electric vehicle, an electric vehicle, and a method

MECHANISM FOR A DRUG DELIVERY DEVICE

The present invention relates to an assembly forming a piston rod for advancing a cartridge bung in a drug delivery device, the assembly comprising a first member and a second member wherein in a first state, the first and the second member are moveable with respect to each other to adjust the length of the piston rod and wherein in a second state the first member is locked in position with respect to the second member in order to define a fixed length of the piston rod. Furthermore, it relates to a drug delivery device comprising the assembly and to a method for assembling such a drug delivery device.

Drive Mechanisms Suitable for Use in Drug Delivery Devices

The present invention relates to drive mechanisms suitable for use in drug delivery devices, in particular pen-type injectors, wherein a number of pre-set doses of medicinal product can be administered. In particular, the present invention relates to such drug delivery devices where a user may activate the drug delivery device. 2. The drive mechanism according to whereinwhen the drive member moves distally the rotating member moves distally displacing the piston rod towards the distal end of the device.3. The drive mechanism according to claim 1 , wherein the engagement between the piston rod and the gear acts through an axle of the gear.4. The drive mechanism according to claim 3 , wherein the gear is designed to be engaged with a rack located on the drive member and a rack located on the housing.5. An assembly for use in a drug delivery device comprising the drive mechanism as defined in .6. A drug delivery device comprising the drive mechanism as defined in .7. The drug delivery device according to claim 6 , wherein the drug delivery device comprises a pen-type device.8. The drug delivery device according to claim 6 , wherein the drug delivery device comprises an injector-type device.9. The drug delivery device according to claim 6 , wherein the drug delivery device comprises a needle-free device.10. The drive mechanism of wherein the pawl arms releasably engage a set of indentations provided by the piston rod.11. The drive mechanism of wherein the gear is located within a channel of the piston rod.12. A drive mechanism for use in a drug delivery device comprising:a housing;a drive member located within the housing such that the drive member is movable longitudinally and is non-rotatable with respect to the housing;a piston rod that is non-rotatable with respect to the housing and is adapted to operate through the housing and transfer a force in the longitudinal direction to the distal end of the drug delivery device;a rotating element releasably engaged with the ...

Drive mechanism and drug delivery device herewith

The present disclosure relates to a drive mechanism which is suitable for an injection device, especially a pen type drug delivery device and to such a drug delivery device. The mechanism comprises a spring driven rotatable drive member, a rotatable driven member, a clutch rotationally coupling the driven member and the drive member in a coupled state and allowing relative clockwise and anti-clockwise rotation between the driven member and the drive member in a decoupled state, and a spring biasing the clutch into its coupled state and allowing relative axial movement between the drive member and the driven member into the decoupled state of the clutch against the bias of the spring. The clutch comprises a first ring of crown teeth on the drive member and a second ring of corresponding crown teeth on the driven member with each crown tooth having in the clockwise and the anti-clockwise direction different ramped tooth angles such that the teeth are allowed to override each other in the ...

Emergency escape routing system

A smart sign for indicating a direction of an emergency escape route, e.g. a fire exit, comprises a first area 216 having a pictogram and a fixed arrow indicating a default escape direction, means for receiving a signal indicating the default escape direction is not suitable, means 212 for providing a pattern across the first area when the default escape direction is not suitable and a second area 204 which indicates an alternative escape route. The first area is uniformly lit e.g. by an edge light 208 and a light guide plate 210. The pattern comprises LEDs forming a red cross over the pictogram and fixed arrow, which is illuminated when the default escape direction is inaccessible. An escape system comprises one of more of the aforementioned signs, one or more sensors and a controller communicating with the sensors and the signs. The controller determines for each sign whether a default escape route is not suitable based on data from the sensors and sends a signal to the sign.

Bumper device for data storage apparatus

A bumper device is attached to a data storage apparatus for dampening externally originated shock loads. The disc drive apparatus comprises a base, a transducer assembly, and a printed circuit board assembly. The printed circuit board assembly is attached to an exterior surface of the base, and a bumper device is attached to the circuit board to engage external surfaces and to absorb shock loads created by an impact from such external surfaces.

Drive mechanisms suitable for use in drug delivery devices

The present invention relates to drive mechanisms suitable for use in drug delivery devices, in particular pen-type injectors, wherein a number of pre-set doses of medicinal product can be administered. In particular, the present invention relates to such drug delivery devices where a user may activate the drug delivery device.

Interactive voice response system and method with common interface and intelligent agent monitoring

A modular interactive voice recognition (IVR) overlay system and a method of processing calls. The system provides an application server, a plurality of agent workstations and a graphical user interface (GUI) to allow a hybrid approach to processing calls using an automated IVR and live agents. The system and method allow a single agent to process multiple calls simultaneously and is compatible with existing IVR systems and can be implemented as an add-on to existing IVR systems.

System and method to facilitate satisfying low emission zone requirements

A method is provided of managing vehicle electrical power including determining that there is at least one low emission zone along a route and of providing navigation assistance relative to a charging station. A determination is made of required power capacity a vehicle electric power source 24 such as a battery needs to propel the vehicle through the at least one low emission zone. A remaining power capacity of the power source 24 is determined and use of electrical power is controlled by a controller 26 to preserve at least a portion of the remaining power capacity corresponding to the required power capacity. This may include use of another power source such as an engine when outside of the zone. It may include automatically adjusting operation of a vehicle system. The system includes a navigation controller 34 and may take account of characteristics of the zone such as its length, elevation change, traffic conditions and weather therein. The method typically provides driver advice via ...

Injection device

The disclosure refers to a handheld injection device comprising a housing, a dose indicator positioned within and axially constrained to the housing and rotatable with respect to the housing during dose setting and during dose dispensing, a gauge element, which is at least partly interposed between the housing and the dose indicator, wherein the gauge element is axially guided within the housing and in threaded engagement with the dose indicator such that rotation of the dose indicator causes an axial displacement of the gauge element (80; 490). A contrast element having a first marking is provided and at least a region of the gauge element is provided with a second marking, with the first marking and/or the second marking being visible through a first window or aperture in the housing depending on the axial position of the gauge element within the housing.

SENSOR DEVICE REMOVABLY ATTACHABLE TO A DRUG DELIVERY DEVICE

A sensor device (2) is removably attachable to a drug delivery device (12). The sensor device comprises an array (20) of optical sensors arranged within the sensor device such that, when the sensor device is attached to the drug delivery device, the drug delivery device having a first movable element (14) which is configured to move along a path parallel to the longitudinal axis of the drug delivery device, each optical sensor is operable to detect light received at different locations along the linear path and to output a signal indicative of an amount of detected light; and circuitry (21) configured to receive the signals output from the optical sensors and, based on the received signals, to determine information associated with a location along the path of the first movable element.

Housing for an injection device and interconnection of housing components

The present disclosure relates an elongated housing for an injection device for delivery of a liquid medicament, the housing comprising: a tubular-shaped cartridge holder to accommodate a cartridge filled with the medicament and comprising a proximal connecting end, a body to accommodate a drive mechanism operably engageable with a piston of the cartridge, wherein the body comprises a distal connecting end connectable to the proximal connecting end, wherein one of the proximal connecting end and the distal connecting end comprises an insert section, wherein the other one of the proximal connecting end and the distal connecting end comprises a receptacle to axially receive the insert section, wherein the insert section comprises at least one fastening element to positively engage with a complementary-shaped fastening element of the receptacle to provide an axial interlock of the cartridge holder and the body, wherein the fastening elements of the insert section and the receptacle comprise ...

System and method to facilitate satisfying low emission zone requirements

Interactive voice response system and method with common interface and intelligent agent monitoring

A modular interactive voice recognition ("IVR") overlay system and a method of processing calls. The system provides an application server, a plurality of agent workstations and a graphical user interface ("GUI") to allow a hybrid approach to processing calls using an automated IVR and live agents. The system and method allow a single agent to process multiple calls simultaneously and is compatible with existing IVR systems and can be implemented as an add-on to existing IVR systems.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR EVALUATING AND PURCHASING EFFICIENT LIGHTING

Systems and methods for inventorying existing products, evaluating the financial, convenience, and environmental impact of installing replacement more energy efficient products, purchasing energy efficient products, and/or assessing actual savings are described. Embodiments of the system are designed to allow a user to provide known and/or easily available information to quickly assess the attractiveness of changing to energy efficient products, prioritize potential purchases, buy or lease products, and assess actual and/or estimated savings, if desired. Some embodiments include a product database having entries identifying information about lighting products, an efficiency application causing a computing device to collect lighting product information currently in use by a user via one or more graphical user interfaces, and an efficiency platform connected to computing devices executing the efficiency application. The efficient platform can, among other things, develop a replacement recommendation ...

Apparatus and method for framing

A fillet for use in the framing industry, wherein the fillet includes a plastic body and a layer comprising an absorbent. The fillet prevents contamination of the artwork within the frame and increases the longevity and appeal of the art work.

Limited use tool disposable enclosure

A re-usable medical procedure power tool includes a housing having a handle portion connected to a tool attachment portion and a power source portion. A removable, single use, contamination-blocking cover substantially covering the power source portion, the handle portion and the tool attachment portion. The housing has a first shape and the cover has a second shape similar to the first shape. The handle portion includes a tactile feel portion which is movable sufficient to move an associated trigger coupled to the housing.

Injection Device

The invention refers to an injection device comprising a housing (), containing a cartridge () with an amount of liquid to be dispensed, a drive sleeve (), which is rotationally constrained to the housing () during dose setting and spring driven rotatable relative to the housing () during dose dispensing, a dose dial member () for setting a dose to be dispensed, which is rotatable relative to the housing () during dose setting and during dose dispensing, and which is rotationally coupled to the drive sleeve () during dose dispensing. The device further comprises a last dose protection mechanism () for preventing the setting of a dose, which exceeds the amount of liquid left in the cartridge (), with a limiter (), which is interposed between the drive sleeve () and the dose dial member (). Further, the device comprises two different display members (), each indicating the set dose. 2101212010101101012010120120110111110121012012111. The injection device according to claim 1 , wherein the housing () has a first aperture or window () claim 1 , and wherein the display members comprise a dose indicator () claim 1 , which is positioned within the housing () and rotatable relative to the housing () during dose setting and during dose dispensing claim 1 , and a gauge element () claim 1 , which is interposed between the housing () and the dose indicator () claim 1 , and which is axially guided within the housing () and in threaded engagement with the dose indicator () such that rotation of the dose indicator () causes an axial displacement of the gauge element () claim 1 , with a second aperture () or window being provided in the gauge element () claim 1 , which is positioned with respect to the first aperture or window () of the housing () such that at least a part of the dose indicator () is visible through the first and second apertures or windows ( claim 1 , ).360120. The injection device according to claim 2 , wherein the dose dial member () is permanently rotationally ...

Dispensing apparatus

Dispensing apparatus comprising a housing for receiving in use a dispensing container (100) containing a product, the housing comprising an outlet through which said product, in use, is dispensed, wherein the dispensing apparatus further comprises a trigger mechanism (7) for controlling actuation of a dispensing container (100) received in the housing, the trigger mechanism (7) comprising a pivotable member (74) rotatable from a first position to a second position, wherein the dispensing apparatus further comprises lock-out means movable from a locked position, in which rotation of the pivotable member from its first position to its second position is prevented, to an unlocked position, in which the pivotable member (74) is free to rotate.

Tape for modular shelf system

A system and method are disclosed which facilitate installation of modular shelving through utilization of a notch indication tape. The notch identification tape may include an adhesive surface and an opposing identification surface having a plurality of identification markers. The identification markers can be numbers, letters, a combination thereof, or any other identification scheme. The notch identification tape may be placed on a vertical plane of a modular shelf so that it adheres to the vertical plane in order to identify specific notches on the vertical plane.

Network with distributed service control point functionality

A telecommunications network for the automated switching of calls according to predefined user preferences has a plurality of computer platforms (100, 200, 300) at spaced locations, each platform including call receiving means (130, 230, 330), switch control means (120, 220, 320) for controlling the switching of incoming calls, and a Global data server (150, 250, 350) for maintaining real-time call destination status information. The switch control means of each platform is in communication with the Global data server of all of the other platforms. Call Destination Status information for a given user, is maintained on only one of the available Global data servers, with users being spread across the platforms to approximately equalise the loadings at each site. When an incoming call is received for a particular user, the switch control means arranges for it to be switched to a suitable destination, such as an Answer Centre, in dependence upon the original user preferences and the current ...

Dispensing apparatus

Dispensing apparatus comprising a housing having a first part (2) and a second part (3) together defining an interior of the housing for receiving a dispensing container, the first and second part being movable from an open position to permit insertion of said dispensing container into the interior of the housing to a closed position in which removal of said dispensing container from the interior of the housing is prevented, the dispensing apparatus further comprising a mouthpiece (4) which is removably connectable to the housing, wherein when connected to the housing the mouthpiece defines an outlet for a product dispensed, in use, from said dispensing container, and wherein when the mouthpiece is disconnected from the housing the first and second parts substantially enclose the interior to prevent access to and removal of said dispensing container received in the interior.

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Quick connect platform for retaining medical devices

NEEDLE FOR ADMINISTERING A FLUID

A needle (3) for administering a fluid is presented. The needle (3) comprises a hollow needle body (4) to guide the fluid. The needle body (4) is furthermore formed such that an inlet section (20) of the needle body (4) defines a first flow direction for the fluid and an outlet section (21) of the needle body (4) defines a second flow direction for the fluid, wherein the first flow direction is inclined with respect to the second flow direction.

Dispensing apparatus

Dispensing apparatus (1) comprising a housing having an outlet (4) through which, in use, a product can be dispensed from a dispensing container received in an interior of said housing, wherein the interior of the housing is formed from a first part (2) and a second part (3) which are movable from an open position to permit insertion of a dispensing container (100) into the interior of the housing to a closed position in which removal of a dispensing container (100) from the interior of the housing is prevented, the dispensing apparatus (100) further comprising a locking member (36-67) mounted to, and movable into and out of engagement with the second part (3) to lock the first (2) and second (3) parts together in the closed position, wherein the locking member (63-67) is moved by a motor (70).

Pen-type drug injection device with dose setting and re-setting mechanism

A pen type drug injection device includes a housing, a dose dial member, a torsion spring fixed between the housing and the dial member such that energy is accumulated in the torsion spring upon rotation of the dial member relative to the housing, a drive member engaging a lead screw, a first clutch, and a second clutch. The first clutch couples the drive member and the housing, in a coupled state and allows relative rotation between them in a de-coupled state. The second clutch rotationally couples the drive member and the dial member in a coupled state and allows clockwise and anti-clockwise rotation between them in a de-coupled state. The second clutch includes a ratchet clicker with teeth having different tooth angles in the clockwise and the anti-clockwise direction, such that, in the de-coupled state, the teeth override each other with different resistance in opposite directions.

LIMITED-USE TOOL DISPOSABLE ENCLOSURE

A re-usable medical procedure power tool includes enclosed housing including a tool attachment portion, a handle portion connected to a tool attachment portion and a power portion. A removable, single use, contamination-blocking cover substantially covering the housing, the handle portion the power portion. The cover also includes an opening adjacent an exposed first end of the tool attachment portion, whereby a tool accessory is selectively attached to and removed from the first end of the tool attachment portion during a medical procedure.

INJECTION DEVICE

The present invention relates to a handheld injection device comprising a housing (), a piston rod () located within the housing (), a drive member () and a power reservoir () for driving the drive member (). The drive member () is permanently coupled to the piston rod (), with the drive member () being axially movable between a dose setting position, in which the drive member () is rotationally constrained to the housing (), and a dose dispensing position, in which the drive member () is rotationally decoupled from the housing (). The power reservoir () comprises a reverse wound flat spiral spring having a first end attached to a first spool () and a second end attached to a second spool, which is axially and rotationally constrained to drive member (). 1. A handheld injection device comprising{'b': '10', 'a housing (),'}{'b': 130', '10, 'a piston rod () located within the housing (),'}{'b': 100', '130', '100', '100', '10', '100', '10, 'a drive member () permanently coupled to the piston rod (), wherein the drive member () is axially movable between a dose setting position, in which the drive member () is rotationally constrained to the housing (), and a dose dispensing position, in which the drive member () is rotationally de-coupled from the housing ()'}{'b': 110', '100', '120', '100, 'a power reservoir () for driving the drive member () comprising a reverse wound flat spiral spring as a power reservoir having a first end attached to a first spool () and a second end attached to a second spool, which is axially and rotationally constrained to drive member ().'}2110112111112100107104. The injection device according to claim 1 , wherein the second end of the spring () comprises a portion () of reduced width and a free end portion () having an increased width compared with the portion () of reduced width claim 1 , and wherein the drive member () comprises a cylindrical spool portion having an axial slot () and an adjacent narrow recess ().380101010. The injection ...

Method for assembling a drive spring and drug delivery device with a spring

A method for assembling a drive spring, especially into a drug delivery device includes rotating a component part to which the drive spring is attached in a first direction, followed by a rotation of the component part in the opposite direction and followed by attachment of a rotational stop. Further, the disclosure includes a drug delivery device for selecting and dispensing a number of user variable doses of a medicament, which device comprises a pre-charged drive spring.

A notification system for an electric vehicle, an electric vehicle, and a method

An audible notification system 40 for an electric vehicle 10 (e.g. EV, HEV, BEV, PHEV) operates when the vehicle is connected to a charging point 26, and produces a sound in dependence on the state of charge (SOC) of a vehicle energy storage device (e.g. battery) to indicate whether the vehicle may be disconnected from the charging point (e.g. when the energy storage device has reached a predetermined state of charge). The system may produce a sound indicating that the vehicle should not be disconnected from the charging point if the energy storage device has not yet reached a predetermined SOC. The sound may be a verbal message in a language that is based on the location of the vehicle. The system may produce sound only: if a vehicle location detection system (e.g. global navigation satellite system (GNSS)) determines that the vehicle is not at a pre-defined location; if it is determined that the vehicle is at a multi-user charging station or a charging point having multiple associated ...

Recovery of components from solid support devices

Recovery apparatus for recovering radio frequency tags from solid support devices in the form of cans (2) which include such tags and also resin on which chemical compounds are synthesized includes a stack of cans (2) which are fed into the apparatus wherein they are received within a port (28) of a rotating disc (26). The disc rotates to a position adjacent to a magnet 32 and blade (34). In this position, the magnet attracts the radio frequency device so that it is raised upwardly towards the lid end of the can, whereafter the blade (34) is able to slice through the lower end of the can to open it, whereupon the solid support resin falls out of the can into a receptacle (36). The disc continues to move until the remains of the can are over a receptacle (40), whereupon the magnetic force is released so the tag falls into receptacle (40) from which it may be retrieved, for re-use.

Injection device

An injection device includes a housing, a dose setting member being operable in a first direction to set a desired dose to be dispensed, and a piston rod being adapted to cooperate with a piston so as to cause a set dose to be injected from a cartridge. Further, a first part and a second part of the injection device are provided, which are adapted to perform a relative rotational movement with respect to each other during dispensing of a dose, and which are adapted to provide a non-visual feedback signal to a user only at the end of dispensing of a set dose. The dose setting member is further operable in a second direction which is opposite to the first direction to cancel a set dose. A third part is movable between a dose setting or cancelling position and a dose dispensing position relative to the first part and/or the second part, which third part contacts the first part and/or the second part in its dose setting or cancelling position or in its dose dispensing position.

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METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR INDICATING THE LOCATION OF AN OBJECT

An object location indication apparatus which includes a position determination system adapted to determine the position of the apparatus a plurality of audio channels, each connected to an audio output device wherein each channel is associated with a direction, an audio signal supply element adapted to supply an audio component signal to each channel, said plurality of audio component signals in combination providing a substantially continuous composite audio signal, wherein the audio signal supply element modulates each audio component signal depending on the direction of travel required to reach the object from the position determined for the apparatus.

Assembly including a needle for administering a fluid

An assembly including a needle (3) for administering a fluid is presented. The needle (3) comprises a hollow needle body (4) to guide the fluid. The needle body (4) is furthermore formed such that an inlet section (20) of the needle body (4) defines a first flow direction for the fluid and an outlet section (21) of the needle body (4) defines a second flow direction for the fluid, wherein the first flow direction is inclined with respect to the second flow direction.

Display arrangement for an injection device

The present invention relates to a display arrangement for an injection device for displaying the size of a dose of a medicament, the display arrangement comprising: a housing (60) providing a rotation axis (3) extending in an axial direction (4), a first display member (22) rotatably supported inside the housing (60) with regard to the rotation axis (3) and having at least one cam (32) radially offset from the rotation axis (3), a second display member (24) rotatably supported inside the housing (60) with regard to the rotation axis (3) and arranged axially adjacent to the first display member (24), a coupling member (26) rotatably engaged with the second display member (24), wherein the coupling member (26) is engaged with the at least one cam (32) of the first display member (22) when the first display member (22) is in a predefined angular position or angular range, wherein the coupling member (26) and the first display member (22) are mutually engaged via a retaining arrangement (48 ...

Drive mechanisms suitable for use in drug delivery devices

The present invention relates to drive mechanisms suitable for use in drug delivery devices, in particular pen-type injectors, wherein a number of pre-set doses of medicinal product can be administered. In particular, the present invention relates to such drug delivery devices where a user may activate the drug delivery device.

Lithotripsy Probe Assemblies, Lithotripsy Systems, and Methods of Using a Lithotripsy System

Example lithotripsy probe assemblies, lithotripsy systems, and methods of using a lithotripsy system are described. An example lithotripsy probe assembly has a probe coupling, a probe, and a plurality of sealing members disposed on the probe coupling. The probe coupling has a probe coupling proximal end, a probe coupling distal end, a probe coupling length, and a probe coupling main body that defines a plurality of projections, a probe coupling first passageway, and a probe coupling second passageway. The probe coupling length extends from the probe coupling proximal end to the probe coupling distal end. The probe is attached to the probe coupling and is partially disposed within the probe coupling first passageway. The probe has a probe proximal end, a probe distal end, and a probe length that extends from the probe proximal end to the probe distal end and is greater than the probe coupling length.

Reservation system and methods for theme parks

In a system for managing admissions into parks and attractions, a guest requests reservations via a kiosk unit or purchases advanced ticket attraction packages via the World Wide Web/Internet or through the phone. Once the reservations or purchase has been made, the confirmed reservation is printed onto a confirmation ticket or guest card and the data is uploaded into the system. The guest can then take their confirmation ticket or guest card at the appointed time and gain entry into the attraction through a barrier controlled by the controller unit. The controller unit reads or scans the guest card and allows guests with advance reservations to gain entry without waiting in long lines. In an alternative park operation system, admission to the park is permitted only with advance reservations. As part of the advance reservation, each guest is assigned to a menu group, with each menu group provided with assigned times for each attraction in the park. The number of advance reservations is ...

DRIVE MECHANISM FOR A DRUG DELIVERY DEVICE

A drive mechanism (1) for use in a drug delivery device (100) is provided. The drive mechanism (1) comprises a housing (10, 11, 12, 14, 15) with a proximal and a distal end and a piston rod (22) which is rotatable with respect to the housing (10, 11, 12, 14, 15). The drive mechanism (1) further comprises a nut member (31) which is selectively rotationally lockable with respect to the housing (10, 11, 12, 14, 15), wherein the drive mechanism (1) is switchable between a setting mode of operation and a dispensing mode of operation. The drive mechanism (1) is configured such that in the setting mode of operation, the nut member (31) and the piston rod (22) are rotatable with respect to the housing (10, 11, 12, 14, 15), and in the dispensing mode of operation, the piston rod (22) is rotatable with respect to the housing (10, 11, 12, 14, 15) and the nut member (31) is rotationally locked with respect to the housing (10, 11, 12, 14, 15), wherein, when the piston rod (22) rotates, the piston rod ...

SMART VEHICLE FLOOR SENSOR

Methods and apparatus consistent with the present disclosure may use a plurality of force sensing devices that allow a computer of an autonomous vehicle (AV) to identify locations within the AV where particular objects reside. These force sensing devices may allow the AV computer to identify how much a particular object weights and identify whether an object has moved based on a location where a particular amount of weight currently resides versus a location where that weight previously resided in the AV. Weight information combined with other sensor data (e.g. camera or LIDAR data) may allow the AV computer to identify whether a particular object is a person or a package. The AV computer may also validate that certain driving rules are enforced, such that persons or packages are being moved safely and correctly in the AV.

Assembly and indicator for a drug delivery device

An assembly for a drug delivery device, comprising a housing having a proximal end and a distal end, a piston rod and an indicator. The piston rod is adapted to be displaced distally with respect to the housing away from a proximal start position and towards a distal end position for delivering a drug. The indicator is adapted for indicating at least two different operation conditions of the assembly, the indicator being movable with respect to the housing from a first indication position for a first condition of the assembly into a second indication position for a second condition of the assembly. The piston rod and the indicator are configured to mechanically interact for converting movement of the piston rod into movement of the indicator. A first detent is provided which is configured to releasably secure the indicator in the first indication position such that movement into the second indication position is allowed. A second detent is provided which is configured to secure the indicator ...

Supplementary device for attachment to a drug injection device for monitoring injection doses having OCR imaging system with glare reduction

The subject matter described herein relates to a supplementary device for attachment to an injection device, the supplementary device comprising: a first imaging arrangement and a second imaging arrangement each configured to capture an image of a moveable number sleeve of the injection device from different respective angles. The supplementary device also comprises a plurality of light sources and a processor arrangement configured to control operation of the first imaging arrangement and the second imaging arrangement and the plurality of light sources and to receive image data from each of the imaging arrangements, wherein the processor arrangement is configured to combine images captured by the first imaging arrangement and the second imaging arrangement into a single image.

Dosing and drive mechanism for drug delivery device

The present invention relates to drive mechanisms suitable for use in drug delivery devices, in particular pen-type injectors, wherein a number of pre-set doses of medicinal product can be administered. In particular, the present invention relates to such drug delivery devices where a user may activate the drug delivery device.

Injection Device

The invention refers to a handheld injection device comprising a housing (), a dose indicator () positioned within and axially constrained to the housing () and rotatable with respect to the housing () during dose setting and during dose dispensing, a gauge element (), which is at least partly interposed between the housing () and the dose indicator (), wherein the gauge element () is axially guided within the housing () and in threaded engagement with the dose indicator () such that rotation of the dose indicator () causes an axial displacement of the gauge element (). A contrast element having a first marking is provided and at least a region of the gauge element () is provided with a second marking, with the first marking and/or the second marking being visible through a first window () or aperture in the housing () depending on the axial position of the gauge element () within the housing (). 1. An injection device comprising{'b': 10', '410, 'a housing (; ),'}{'b': 90', '480', '10', '410', '10', '410, 'a dose indicator (; ) positioned within and axially constrained to the housing (; ) and rotatable with respect to the housing (; ) during dose setting and during dose dispensing,'}{'b': 80', '490', '10', '410', '90', '480', '80', '490', '10', '410', '90', '480', '90', '480', '80', '490, 'a gauge element (; ), which is at least partly interposed between the housing (; ) and the dose indicator (; ), wherein the gauge element (; ) is axially guided within the housing (; ) and in threaded engagement with the dose indicator (; ) such that rotation of the dose indicator (; ) causes an axial displacement of the gauge element (; ),'}{'b': 85', '80', '490', '12', '10', '410', '80', '490', '10', '410, 'i': 'a', 'characterized in that a contrast element having a first marking is provided and at least a region () of the gauge element (; ) is provided with a second marking, with the first marking and/or the second marking being visible through a first window () or aperture in ...

Assembly and indicator for a drug delivery device

An assembly for a drug delivery device, comprising a housing having a proximal end and a distal end, a piston rod and an indicator. The piston rod is adapted to be displaced distally with respect to the housing away from a proximal start position and towards a distal end position for delivering a drug. The indicator is adapted for indicating at least two different operation conditions of the assembly, the indicator being moveable with respect to the housing from a first indication position for a first condition of the assembly into a second indication position for a second condition of the assembly. The piston rod and the indicator are configured to mechanically interact for converting movement of the piston rod into movement of the indicator. A first detent is provided which is configured to releasably secure the indicator in the first indication position such that movement into the second indication position is allowed. A second detent is provided which is configured to secure the indicator ...

Autonomous vehicle positioning for sensor calibration

The subject disclosure relates to techniques for positioning an autonomous vehicle for sensor calibration. A process of the disclosed technology can include steps for positioning an autonomous vehicle along a first axis on a platform in a predetermined environment using guide rails, positioning the autonomous vehicle along a second axis on the platform using one or more elevated platform features, inserting one or more lifting alignment pins of a lifting mechanism into one or more sockets located on an underbody of the autonomous vehicle, and positioning the autonomous vehicle along a third axis using the lifting mechanism. Systems and machine-readable media are also provided.

Wearable cardiac electrophysiology measurement devices, software, systems and methods

Disclosed are wearable devices, such as rings and bracelets, for monitoring and diagnosing cardiovascular conditions of a wearer, along with related systems, algorithms and methods. The disclosed wearable devices can continuously monitor the wearer's cardiovascular status by measuring heart rate, motion, blood oxygenation, and/or other properties of the wearer. Disclosed wearable devices can further comprise three EKG electrodes, including a first electrode on the inner surface adapted to detect a signal from the finger/wrist, a second electrode on the outer surface adapted to detect a cardiovascular signal from a finger of the opposing hand, and a third electrode on the outer surface of the frame adapted to detect a cardiovascular signal from a EKG lead location on the wearer's chest or leg. The wearable devices can be linked wirelessly to a mobile device that the person can interact with, and can further be linked to other distributed system components and healthcare providers.

Web analytics event tracking system

Methods, systems and apparatus, including computer program products are described for formatting and sending data corresponding to web page events and user interactions with content displayed by on a web page to a web analytics system for storage and reporting.

COMPRESSION OF TIME-VARYING SIMULATION DATA

A method, executed by at least one processor, for compressing time-varying scientific data, includes receiving time-varying data corresponding to a physical phenomenon within a domain comprising one or more spatial dimensions, conducting a proper orthogonal decomposition of the time-varying data to provide basis vectors for the time-varying data, generating a set of expansion coefficients corresponding to the basis vectors that are most prominent in the time-varying data, conducting an image compression algorithm on the expansion coefficients to provide a compressed representation of the time-varying data, and storing the compressed representation of the time-varying data. The time-varying data may be numeric data generated from a physical simulation or from experimentation. In some embodiments, the time-varying data corresponds to one or more sub-domains within a larger dataset. The sub-domains may be coherent sub-domains that have similar modes. A corresponding computer-program product ...

System and method for enabling computer simulation systems

A system and method for addressing the problem of storing multiple copies of hard drive data in a multi-user simulation environment is described. In one embodiment, the invention takes advantage of the fact that most of the data stored on simulated hard drives is identical. Each user begins with a common starting image comprising a simulated disk on which useful software is stored. As each user's simulated machine writes to the simulated disk, changes to the starting image are recorded on a per-user basis.

Load distribution nut

A hydraulic cylinder with a load distribution nut connected to an end cap reduces fatigue experience by the end cap portion of the cylinder. The load distribution nut separates the axial load generated in the system from a single to multiple load paths. By introducing additional load paths, the load experienced by the traditional load path is reduced. Additionally, the load experienced by the end cap can be tailored by modifying the design of the load distribution nut and end cap. By either increasing or decreasing the surface area of the load distribution nut the axial load reduction on the end cap is correspondingly decreased or increased.

INTERACTIVE VOICE RESPONSE SYSTEM AND METHOD WITH COMMON INTERFACE AND INTELLIGENT AGENT MONITORING

A modular interactive voice recognition (“IVR”) overlay system and a method of processing calls. The system provides an application server, a plurality of agent workstations and a graphical user interface (“GUI”) to allow a hybrid approach to processing calls using an automated IVR and live agents. The system and method allow a single agent to process multiple calls simultaneously and is compatible with existing IVR systems and can be implemented as an add-on to existing IVR systems. 1. A method for interactively processing calls in conjunction with an interactive voice response (“IVR”) system , comprising the steps of:providing at least one item of call-data associated with a respective one of a plurality of calls being processed by the IVR;assigning at least one of the plurality of call-data to one of a plurality of agent workstations;transmitting the at least one call-data to the assigned agent workstation;providing an audio utterance and confidence score associated with the utterance;presenting the at least one call-data at the assigned agent workstation via a graphical user interface (“GUI”);receiving at least one of a plurality of agent commands through the GUI; andprocessing the at least one call-data based on at least one of the call-data provided by the IVR and the agent commands received from the GUI.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising the steps of:prioritizing the call-data presented to the agent;arranging the call-data in an order of decreasing priority; andplaying an audio utterance associated with the call-data with the highest priority that has not already been processed.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the step of prioritizing is based on at least one of a period of time the call with which the call-data is associated has been on hold claim 2 , an importance of the call with which the call-data is associated claim 2 , and an estimated period of time the call with which the call-data is associated will take to process.4. The method of ...

Mechanism for a drug delivery device

The present invention relates to an assembly forming a piston rod for advancing a cartridge bung in a drug delivery device, the assembly comprising a first member and a second member wherein in a first state, the first and the second member are moveable with respect to each other to adjust the length of the piston rod and wherein in a second state the first member is locked in position with respect to the second member in order to define a fixed length of the piston rod. Furthermore, it relates to a drug delivery device comprising the assembly and to a method for assembling such a drug delivery device.

Method and system for sharing personal information with web sites

In one embodiment, a user of a client device may selectively share personal data with web companies. The personal data may be shared directly via transmission by the client device to the web companies. Alternatively, the personal data may be shared with the web companies via a personal data sharing system that collects and maintains personal data associated with users. The personal data sharing system may reward the user for sharing their personal data with the web companies.

Method and System for Sharing Personal Information with Web Sites

In one embodiment, a user of a client device may selectively share personal data with web companies. The personal data may be shared directly via transmission by the client device to the web companies. Alternatively, the personal data may be shared with the web companies via a personal data sharing system that collects and maintains personal data associated with users. The personal data sharing system may reward the user for sharing their personal data with the web companies.

RELAYING NETWORK MANAGEMENT TASKS USING A MULTI-SERVICE RECEPTOR NETWORK

In some implementations, a method is provided. The method includes receiving at an origin controller node, a task and determining a destination work node where the task is to be executed, wherein the origin controller node and the destination work node each comprise a receptor node among a plurality of receptor nodes forming a receptor network, and each of the plurality of receptor nodes functions as one or more of a router node, a controller node, and a work node. The method further includes determining a first router node comprising a first hop on an optimal path to the destination work node, the first router node determined from among a set of receptor nodes functioning at least as router nodes. The method further includes transmitting the task to the destination work node via the first router node and performing the task via the destination work node.

Dosing and Drive Mechanism for Drug Delivery Device

The present invention relates to drive mechanisms suitable for use in drug delivery devices, in particular pen-type injectors, wherein a number of pre-set doses of medicinal product can be administered. In particular, the present invention relates to such drug delivery devices where a user may activate the drug delivery device.

Process for reducing ketocarboxylic esters

The present invention relates to a process for preparing enantiomerically enriched alpha- and beta-hydroxycarboxylic esters from the corresponding ketocarboxylic esters and also relates to immobilized transition metal complexes usable therefor.

SENSOR CALIBRATION VIA EXTRINSIC SCANNING

The subject technology provides solutions for performing extrinsic sensor calibration for vehicle sensors, such as environmental sensors deployed in an autonomous vehicle (AV) context. In some aspects, the disclosed technology relates to a sensor localization system that is configured to: perform a scan, using a 3D scanner, to collect surface data associated with an autonomous vehicle (AV), analyze the surface data to identify a coordinate origin of the AV, and calculate a position of at least one or more AV sensors based on the surface data. Methods and computer-readable media are also provided. 1. A sensor localization system , comprising:one or more processors;a three-dimensional (3D) scanner coupled to the one or more processors; and performing a scan, using the 3D scanner, to collect surface data associated with an autonomous vehicle (AV);', 'analyzing the surface data to identify a coordinate origin of the AV; and', 'calculating a position of at least one or more AV sensors based on the surface data by determining a coordinate location of the at least one of the one or more AV sensors based on the coordinate origin of the AV., 'a computer-readable medium coupled to the processors, the computer-readable medium comprising instructions stored therein, which when executed by the processors, cause the processors to perform operations comprising2. (canceled)3. The sensor localization system of claim 1 , wherein analyzing the surface data to identify the coordinate origin for the AV further comprises:automatically identifying one or more or more known vehicle geometries.4. The sensor localization system of claim 1 , wherein performing the scan claim 1 , further comprises:receiving a plurality of images of the AV surface; andstitching the plurality of images to generate a three-dimensional image of the AV surface.5. The sensor localization system of claim 1 , wherein the surface data further includes computer aided design (CAD) modeling information for the one or more ...

TIRE ENHANCEMENT PRODUCT, PACKAGE, AND METHOD

A tire-enhancement product has a container comprising a dissolvable packaging material; and a solute encased in the container that is inert to the solute. The container is configured to be placed in an interior volume of a tire, to which solvent can be added. The container is configured to dissolve when placed in a predetermined solvent, and the solute is configured to mix with the solvent to form a tire-enhancement mixture.

Injection Device

The invention refers to a handheld injection device comprising a housing () and a dose indicator () positioned within and axially constrained to the housing () and rotatable with respect to the housing () during dose setting and during dose dispensing. The dose indicator () may comprise a flexible clicker arm () which, only during dispense, is displaced in a first radial direction and, when the device reaches its minimum dose (zero) position, in a second, opposite radial direction. 1104109048010410104104581904809548245405008180490. An injection device comprising a housing (; ) , and a dose indicator (; ) positioned within and axially constrained to the housing (; ) and rotatable with respect to the housing (; ) during dose setting and during dose dispensing , characterized in that the device further comprises a first element () and a second element () , wherein the dose indicator (; ) comprises a flexible clicker arm (; ) which , only during dispense , is displaced by said first element (; ; ) in a first radial direction and , when the device reaches its minimum dose (zero) position , in a second , opposite radial direction by said second element (; ; ).2804901041090480804901041090480904808049040500104109548245405008180490. The injection device according to claim 1 , further comprising a gauge element (; ) claim 1 , which is at least partly interposed between the housing (; ) and the dose indicator (; ) claim 1 , wherein the gauge element (; ) is axially guided within the housing (; ) and in threaded engagement with the dose indicator (; ) such that rotation of the dose indicator (; ) causes an axial displacement of the gauge element (; ) claim 1 , and a drive member (; ) claim 1 , which is axially movable within the housing (; ) between a dose setting position and a dose dispensing position claim 1 , wherein the flexible clicker arm (; ) is displaceable in a first radial direction by a flange () or protrusion of the drive member (; ) and only during dose dispensing ...

Injection device

A handheld injection device includes a housing, a rotatable dose setting member and a power reservoir coupled to the dose setting member. Energy is stored in the power reservoir during rotation of the dose setting member. The injection device also includes a release member for receiving a force from a user and a rotatably arranged drive member engaging with a drive track of a piston rod. The device further includes a release clutch rotationally constrained to the housing and releasably engaging the drive member. The release clutch is positionable in a first axial position when the release member is in a dose setting position and in a second axial position when the release member is in a dose injection position. The axial position of the drive member within the housing remains constant when the release member is in its dose setting position and in its dose injection position.

Injection device

A handheld injection device includes a housing and a dose indicator positioned within and axially constrained to the housing and rotatable with respect to the housing during dose setting and during dose dispensing. The dose indicator includes a flexible clicker arm which, only during dispense, is displaced in a first radial direction and, when the device reaches its minimum dose position, in a second, opposite radial direction.

DISPLAY ARRANGEMENT FOR AN INJECTION DEVICE

The present invention relates to a A display arrangement for an injection device for displaying the size of a dose of a medicament, the display arrangement comprising: —a housing ( 60 ) providing a rotation axis ( 3 ) extending in an axial direction ( 4 ), —a first display member ( 22 ) rotatably supported inside the housing ( 60 ) with regard to the rotation axis ( 3 ) and having at least one cam ( 32 ) radially offset from the rotation axis ( 3 ), —a second display member ( 24 ) rotatably supported inside the housing ( 60 ) with regard to the rotation axis ( 3 ) and arranged axially adjacent to the first display member ( 24 ), —a coupling member ( 26 ) rotatably engaged with the second display member ( 24 ), wherein the coupling member ( 26 ) is engaged with the at least one cam ( 32 ) of the first display member ( 22 ) when the first display member ( 22 ) is in a predefined angular position or angular range, —wherein the coupling member ( 26 ) and the first display member ( 22 ) are mutually engaged via a retaining arrangement ( 48 ) when the cam ( 32 ) and the coupling member ( 26 ) are disengaged.

SENSOR DEVICE REMOVABLY ATTACHABLE TO A DRUG DELIVERY DEVICE

A sensor device is removably attachable to a drug delivery device. The sensor device comprises an array of optical sensors arranged within the sensor device such that, when the sensor device is attached to the drug delivery device, which has a first movable element configured to move along a path parallel to the longitudinal axis of the drug delivery device, each optical sensor is operable to detect light received at different locations along the path and to output a signal indicative of an amount of detected light. Circuitry is configured to receive the signals output from the optical sensors and, based on the received signals, determine information associated with a location along the path of the first movable element.

High Clearance Adjustable Sprayer

An agricultural sprayer assembly includes a wheeled carriage, a chassis, and a spray delivery system. The wheeled carriage has a number of adjustable support legs (e.g., four), each formed of hydraulically coupled and actuated upper and lower leg sections or members. The chassis is supported on the wheeled carriage, at an adjustable clearance height defined by the operational height of the support legs. The spray delivery system includes a spray boom coupled to a boom support, and an actuator coupled to the boom support and the chassis. The actuator is configured to adjust the height of the spray boom with respect to the clearance height of the chassis.

Generic Format for Efficient Transfer of Data

Methods, systems and apparatus, including computer program products, for transferring, receiving, and storing multiple element data in a string of characters. Multiple data elements are sent in a string of delimited characters and have respective project identifiers, data types, and index numbers used to extract and store the data elements at a receiving computer.

SPRING ARRANGEMENT AND DRUG DELIVERY DEVICE HEREWITH

The present disclosure is directed to a spring arrangement for use in a drug delivery device and a drug delivery device including such a spring arrangement. The spring arrangement includes a clutch spring which is located axially interposed between a stationary housing component and an axially movable sleeve. The sleeve includes clutch features adapted to engage corresponding clutch features of a clutch element. The clutch spring biases the clutch features and the corresponding clutch features into engagement. The sleeve is coupled to a button such that upon actuation of the button the sleeve is translated against the bias of the clutch spring from a proximal position in which the sleeve is rotationally locked to the housing component into a distal position in which the sleeve is rotationally un-locked from the housing component. Upon release of the button the clutch spring translates the sleeve and the button into the proximal position.

TAPE FOR MODULAR SHELF SYSTEM

A system and method are disclosed which facilitate installation of modular shelving through utilization of a notch indication tape. The notch identification tape may include an adhesive surface and an opposing identification surface having a plurality of identification markers. The identification markers can be numbers, letters, a combination thereof, or any other identification scheme. The notch identification tape may be placed on a vertical plane of a modular shelf so that it adheres to the vertical plane in order to identify specific notches on the vertical plane.

Device capable of removing contaminants from a fluid

A fluid purifying device having various embodiments, each of which is capable of removing airborne molecules, such as contaminants, malodors, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), pathogens, mold and bacteria, using the combination of visible light and a photocatalyst that has been either treated with a photosensitizer or has been treated in some other manner to lower the energy required to activate the photocatalyst (i.e., by having it generate free radicals) to that emitted by visible light bulbs. Preferably, the device is an air purifying device; however, the device could also be used as a liquid (e.g., water) purifying device.

Dispensing Apparatus

Dispensing apparatus comprising a housing for receiving in use a dispensing container containing a product, the housing comprising an outlet through which said product, in use, is dispensed and at least one inlet for entry of air into an interior of the housing, wherein the dispensing apparatus further comprises a trigger mechanism for controlling actuation of a dispensing container received in the housing, the trigger mechanism comprising: (iv) a pivot able vane rotatable from a first position to a second position when suction is applied to the outlet of the dispensing apparatus to establish a flow of air from the at least one air inlet to the outlet; (v) a rotatable linkage biased to rotate from a first position in which a first portion of the rotatable linkage is engaged with the pivotable vane to a second position in which the rotatable linkage is disengaged from the pivotable vane; and (vi) a slidable member biased to move from a first position in which the slidable member is retained ...

Injection device

An injection device includes a housing having an aperture or window, and a dose indicator positioned within the housing. The dose indicator is rotatable with respect to the housing during dose setting and dose dispensing. The device includes a gauge element interposed between the housing and the dose indicator. The gauge element has a second aperture or window, which is positioned with respect to the first aperture or window such that at least a part of the dose indicator is visible through the first and second apertures or windows. The gauge element is axially guided within the housing and is in threaded engagement with the dose indicator such that rotation of the dose indicator causes an axial displacement of the gauge element. A resilient member provides a force necessary for ejecting a dose from the injection device.

Injection Device

The invention refers to a handheld injection device comprising a housing ( 10 ), a rotatable dose setting member ( 80, 60 ), a power reservoir ( 90 ) coupled to the dose setting member wherein energy is stored in the power reservoir during rotation of the dose setting member, a release member ( 70 ) for receiving a force from a user, and a rotatably arranged drive member ( 40 ) engaging with a drive track ( 32 ) of a piston rod ( 30 ). The device further comprises a release clutch ( 100; 230 ) rotationally constrained to the housing and releasably engaging the drive member, wherein the release clutch is positionable in a first axial position when the release member is in a dose setting position and in a second axial position when the release member is in a dose injection position. The axial position of the drive member within the housing remains constant when the release member is in its dose setting position and in its dose injection position.

Injection Device

The invention refers to a handheld injection device comprising a housing, a dose indicator positioned within and axially constrained to the housing and rotatable with respect to the housing during dose setting and during dose dispensing, a gauge element, which is at least partly interposed between the housing and the dose indicator, wherein the gauge element is axially guided within the housing and in threaded engagement with the dose indicator such that rotation of the dose indicator causes an axial displacement of the gauge element. A contrast element having a first marking is provided and at least a region of the gauge element is provided with a second marking, with the first marking and/or the second marking being visible through a first window or aperture in the housing depending on the axial position of the gauge element within the housing.

ASSEMBLY FOR A DRUG DELIVERY DEVICE

An assembly for a drug delivery device (200) is provided, the assembly comprising a needle mounting feature (1), a needle detector (2), a housing (3) and a movable feature (4) which is movably connected to the housing (3) and movable with respect thereto between a first position and a second position different from the first position. The needle detector (2) is configured to detect whether a needle (101) is mounted to the needle mounting feature (1). The assembly is further configured such that when a needle (101) is mounted to the needle mounting feature (1), the movable feature (4) is in the second position and when the needle (101) is not mounted to the needle mounting feature (1), the movable feature (4) is in the first position.

DISPENSING SPEED CONTROL MECHANISM AND INJECTION DEVICE

The present invention relates to a dispensing speed control mechanism for use in an injection device. The injection device may have a housing (′″) and a drive member (), which is driven by a power reservoir (′) and axially movable between a dose setting position, in which the drive member () is rotationally constrained to the housing (′″), and a dose dispensing position, in which the drive member () is rotationally de-coupled from the housing (′″). The speed control mechanism comprises friction means () for retarding the drive member () during dose dispensing depending on the axial position of the drive member (). Further, the invention relates to an injection device with such a dispensing speed control mechanism. 1103040404040701001007010304040404070103040404040427070. A dispensing speed control mechanism for use in an injection device having a housing ( , , ; ′; ″; ′″) and a drive member () , which is driven by a power reservoir ( , ′) and axially movable between a dose setting position , in which the drive member () is rotationally constrained to the housing ( , , ; ′; ″; ′″) , and a dose dispensing position , in which the drive member () is rotationally de-coupled from the housing ( , , ; ′; ″; ′″) , the speed control mechanism comprising friction means () for retarding the drive member () during dose dispensing depending on the axial position of the drive member ().2424210304040404070714270. The mechanism according to claim 1 , wherein the friction means () comprises a clicker mechanism with a clicker arm () which is rotationally constrained to the housing ( claim 1 , claim 1 , ; ′; ″; ′″) claim 1 , wherein the drive member () comprises teeth () interacting with the clicker arm () in the dose dispensing position of the drive member ().34242. The mechanism according to claim 2 , wherein the clicker arm () is elastically displaceable in a radially outwards direction claim 2 , with the stiffness of the clicker arm () varying over its length in the longitudinal ...

Common carrier munition

There is provided a common carrier munition comprising a tail unit, a main body which comprises a payload cavity for receiving a payload, a fuze, and located between said main body and the fuze an ogive element, wherein the tail unit and main body comprise cooperatively engaging male and female threaded portions, wherein at least one of the threads is a shearable thread.

SENSOR DEVICE REMOVABLY ATTACHABLE TO A DRUG DELIVERY DEVICE

A sensor device is removably attachable to a drug delivery device. The sensor device comprises an array of optical sensors arranged within the sensor device such that, when the sensor device is attached to the drug delivery device, which has a first movable element configured to move along a path parallel to the longitudinal axis of the drug delivery device, each optical sensor is operable to detect light received at different locations along the path and to output a signal indicative of an amount of detected light. Circuitry is configured to receive the signals output from the optical sensors and, based on the received signals, determine information associated with a location along the path of the first movable element.

HOUSING FOR AN INJECTION DEVICE AND INTERCONNECTION OF HOUSING COMPONENTS

The present disclosure relates an elongated housing for an injection device for delivery of a liquid medicament, the housing comprising: 115-. (canceled)16. An elongated housing for an injection device for delivery of a liquid medicament , the housing comprising:a tubular-shaped cartridge holder to accommodate a cartridge filled with the medicament and comprising a proximal connecting end; anda body to accommodate a drive mechanism operably engageable with a piston of the cartridge, wherein the body comprises a distal connecting end connectable to the proximal connecting end of the cartridge holder,wherein one of the proximal connecting end of the cartridge holder and the distal connecting end of the body comprises an insert section,wherein the other one of the proximal connecting end of the cartridge holder and the distal connecting end of the body comprises a receptacle to axially receive the insert section,wherein the insert section comprises a fastening element to positively engage with a complementary-shaped fastening element of the receptacle to provide an axial interlock between the cartridge holder and the body,wherein the fastening element of the insert section and the fastening element of the receptacle comprise a radial protrusion mating with a radial recess, one of the radial protrusion and the radial recess being on an inside wall of the receptacle, and the other of the radial protrusion and the radial recess being on an outside wall of the insert section, andwherein a radial depth of the radial recess is smaller than a thickness of a sidewall of the insert section or a thickness of a sidewall of the receptacle.17. The housing according to claim 16 , wherein the insert section is axially confined by a radially outwardly extending flange section.18. The housing according to claim 17 , wherein:the insert section comprises a free axial end portion and an intermediate portion located axially between the free axial end portion of the insert section and the ...

Injection device

The invention refers to an injection device comprising a housing (10), containing a cartridge (170) with an amount of liquid to be dispensed, a drive sleeve (41), which is rotationally constrained to the housing (10) during dose setting and spring driven rotatable relative to the housing (10) during dose dispensing, a dose dial member (60) for setting a dose to be dispensed, which is rotatable relative to the housing (10) during dose setting and during dose dispensing, and which is rotationally coupled to the drive sleeve (41) during dose dispensing. The device further comprises a last dose protection mechanism (41, 50, 60) for preventing the setting of a dose, which exceeds the amount of liquid left in the cartridge (170), with a limiter (50), which is interposed between the drive sleeve (41) and the dose dial member (60). Further, the device comprises two different display members (110, 120), each indicating the set dose.

ASSEMBLY FOR A DRUG DELIVERY DEVICE

An assembly for a drug delivery device comprises a first drive member for driving a piston rod, wherein in a first state of the assembly the first drive member is moveable with respect to a second drive member and the piston rod is configured to be moved with respect to the first drive member when the first drive member is moved with respect to the second drive member. The assembly further comprises a coupling member being configured to couple the first drive member with the second drive member in a second state of the assembly, so that the movement of the first drive member with respect to the second drive member is prevented, thereby forming a drive unit for a set and delivery action of the drug delivery device.

Frangible munition

There is provided a common carrier munition comprising a tail unit, a main body which comprises a payload cavity for receiving a payload, a fuze, and located between said main body and the fuze an frangible ogive element, wherein the tail unit and main body comprise cooperatively engaging male and female threaded portions, wherein at least one of the threads is a shearable thread.

INVENTORY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS, DEVICES AND METHODS

Systems and methods described herein relate to scheduling and coordination of particular tasks based upon dynamically updated product inventory data. These systems and methods increase the efficiency of stocking and fulfillment as well as inventory auditing of the inventory.

AUTOMATIC DRUG INJECTION DEVICE WITH REVERSE WOUND FLAT SPIRAL SPRING DRIVE MECHANISM

The present invention relates to a handheld automatic injection device comprising a housing (10, 30, 40; 40′), a piston rod (80) located within the housing (10, 30, 40; 40′), a drive member (70) permanently coupled to the piston rod (80), a dose setting member (50), which during dose setting rotates relative to the housing (10, 30, 40; 40′) in a first direction and which during dose dispensing rotates relative to the housing (10, 30, 40; 40′) in a second opposite direction, and a power reservoir (100) for driving the drive member (70). The drive member (70) is axially movable between a dose setting position, in which the drive member (70) is rotationally constrained to the housing, and a dose dispensing position, in which the drive member (70) is rotationally decoupled from the housing (10, 30, 40; 40′). The power reservoir comprises a reverse wound flat spiral spring (100) having a first end attached to a first spool (101) and a second end attached to a second spool (102), with one of ...

ASSEMBLY AND INDICATOR FOR A DRUG DELIVERY DEVICE

An assembly for a drug delivery device, comprising a housing having a proximal end and a distal end, a piston rod and an indicator. The piston rod is adapted to be displaced distally with respect to the housing away from a proximal start position and towards a distal end position for delivering a drug. The indicator is adapted for indicating at least two different operation conditions of the assembly, the indicator being moveable with respect to the housing from a first indication position for a first condition of the assembly into a second indication position for a second condition of the assembly. The piston rod and the indicator are configured to mechanically interact for converting movement of the piston rod into movement of the indicator. A first detent is provided which is configured to releasably secure the indicator in the first indication position such that movement into the second indication position is allowed. A second detent is provided which is configured to secure the indicator in the second indication position such that movement into the first indication position is prevented. 1. An assembly for a drug delivery device , comprising:a housing having a proximal end and a distal end,a piston rod which is adapted to be displaced distally with respect to the housing away from a proximal start position and towards a distal end position for delivering a drug,an indicator for indicating at least two different operation conditions of the assembly, the indicator being moveable with respect to the housing from a first indication position for a first condition of the assembly into a second indication position for a second condition of the assembly, whereinthe piston rod and the indicator are configured to mechanically interact for converting movement of the piston rod into movement of the indicator, and whereina first detent is provided which is configured to releasably secure the indicator in the first indication position such that movement into the second ...

Sensor device removably attachable to a drug delivery device

A sensor device (2) is removably attachable to a drug delivery device (12). The sensor device comprises an array (20) of optical sensors arranged within the sensor device such that, when the sensor device is attached to the drug delivery device, the drug delivery device having a first movable element (14) which is configured to move along a path parallel to the longitudinal axis of the drug delivery device, each optical sensor is operable to detect light received at different locations along the linear path and to output a signal indicative of an amount of detected light; and circuitry (21) configured to receive the signals output from the optical sensors and, based on the received signals, to determine information associated with a location along the path of the first movable element.

Drug Delivery Device

The present invention is generally directed to a drug delivery device for selecting and dispensing a number of user variable doses of a medicament comprising a clicker arrangement. The device comprises a housing (10), a dose selector (80) operable to set a dose by rotation relative to the housing (10), a number sleeve (60) coupled to the dose selector (80) and arranged within the housing (10) such that at least a portion of the number sleeve (60) is visible through a first aperture (11b) in the housing (10), a piston rod (30) coupled to the housing (10) and to a drive sleeve (40) such that rotation of the drive sleeve (40) relative to the housing (10) causes the piston rod (30) to translate relative to the housing (10), a clutch (120) arranged between the number sleeve (60) and the drive sleeve (40), and a dispense clicker comprising a flexible arm (123) and a toothed profile (75). The device further comprises a button (70) operable to effect dose dispensing. The clutch comprises a separate ...

Method for Assembling a Drive Spring and Drug Delivery Device with a Spring

A method for assembling a drive spring, especially into a drug delivery device includes rotating a component part to which the drive spring is attached in a first direction, followed by a rotation of the component part in the opposite direction and followed by attachment of a rotational stop. Further, the disclosure includes a drug delivery device for selecting and dispensing a number of user variable doses of a medicament, which device comprises a pre-charged drive spring.

Injection Device

The invention refers to an injection device comprising a housing (), a resilient member () adapted to provide a force necessary for ejecting a dose from the injection device, and a dose setting member () operatively connected to a dose indicator () which is positioned within the housing (). The dose setting member () and the dose indicator () cooperate to set the dose to be ejected from the injection device. The dose indicator (), during dose setting, is adapted to undergo a rotational movement within the housing () and relative to the housing (). Further, a gauge element () is provided which is rotationally constrained to the housing () and axially displaceable relative to the housing (). The gauge element () and the dose indicator () form a limiter mechanism defining a maximum settable dose and/or a minimum settable dose. 2122120480110490. The injection device according to claim 1 , wherein the limiter mechanism comprises a first rotational stop () on the dose indicator (; ) and a first counter stop on the gauge element (; ) claim 1 , which stops abut in the minimum dose (zero) position.3122120480110490. The injection device according to or claim 1 , wherein the limiter mechanism comprises a second rotational stop (′) on the dose indicator (; ) and a second counter stop on the gauge element (; ) claim 1 , which stops abut in the maximum dose position.411041012048011049012048010410. The injection device according to any of the preceding claims claim 1 , wherein the gauge element (; ) is in threaded engagement with the dose indicator (; ) such that rotation of the dose indicator causes an axial displacement of the gauge element (; ) relative to the dose indicator (; ) and relative to the housing (; ).51204801041011049010410. The injection device according to any of the preceding claims claim 1 , wherein the dose indicator (; ) claim 1 , during dose setting and during dose dispensing claim 1 , is adapted to undergo a mere rotational movement within the housing (; ) ...

Generic format for efficient transfer of data

Methods, systems and apparatus, including computer program products, for transferring, receiving, and storing multiple element data in a string of characters. Multiple data elements are sent in a string of delimited characters and have respective project identifiers, data types, and index numbers used to extract and store the data elements at a receiving computer.

Relaying network management tasks using a multi-service receptor network

In some implementations, a method is provided. The method includes receiving at an origin controller node, a task and determining a destination work node where the task is to be executed, wherein the origin controller node and the destination work node each comprise a receptor node among a plurality of receptor nodes forming a receptor network, and each of the plurality of receptor nodes functions as one or more of a router node, a controller node, and a work node. The method further includes determining a first router node comprising a first hop on an optimal path to the destination work node, the first router node determined from among a set of receptor nodes functioning at least as router nodes. The method further includes transmitting the task to the destination work node via the first router node and performing the task via the destination work node.

WIRELESS RADIO AND NETWORK

In one aspect, a wireless radio may be used to connect to a wireless network, including a mesh network. For enhanced security, the radio may operate in silent mode whereby it does not advertise its presence until after it has detected another node. The radio may also provide its own subnetwork and provide network address translation to further enhance security and simplify network traffic.

Injection Device with Compression Spring for Engaging Ratchet Elements, for Biasing an Actuation Button, and for Biasing a Locking Element into a Dose Setting Mode

The present invention is generally directed to an injection device for selecting and dispensing a number of user variable doses of a medicament. The injection device comprises a housing (10) having a longitudinal axis (I), a dose setting member (60; 80) rotatable relative to the housing (10) during dose setting, a drive member (40) which is rotationally constrained to the housing (10) in a first dose setting mode and which is rotatable relative to the housing (10) in a second dose dispensing mode, a locking element (100) which is permanently rotationally constrained to the housing (10) and movable relative to the housing (10) in a direction parallel to the longitudinal axis (I) between a first dose setting position and a second dose dispensing position, an actuation button (70) movable relative to the housing (10) in a direction parallel to the longitudinal axis (I) between a first dose setting position and a second dose dispensing position for switching the injection device between the ...

SENSOR DEVICE REMOVABLY ATTACHABLE TO A DRUG DELIVERY DEVICE

A sensor device (2) is removably attachable to a drug delivery device (12). The sensor device comprises an array (20) of optical sensors arranged within the sensor device such that, when the sensor device is attached to the drug delivery device, the drug delivery device having a first movable element (14) which is configured to move along a path parallel to the longitudinal axis of the drug delivery device, each optical sensor is operable to detect light received at different locations along the linear path and to output a signal indicative of an amount of detected light; and circuitry (21) configured to receive the signals output from the optical sensors and, based on the received signals, to determine information associated with a location along the path of the first movable element.

Tire enhancement product, package, and method

A tire-enhancement product has a container comprising a dissolvable packaging material; and a solute encased in the container that is inert to the solute. The container is configured to be placed in an interior volume of a tire, to which solvent can be added. The container is configured to dissolve when placed in a predetermined solvent, and the solute is configured to mix with the solvent to form a tire-enhancement mixture.

Assembly rail corners shaped to reduce shock

An assembly includes a housing with a base. A mounting pad is positioned on the base. The assembly also includes a micromechanical device coupled to the mounting pad. First and second side rails extend from the base to form first and second rail corners. The first and second rail corners are subject to striking a surface. The first and second rail corners have first and second elevations that are uneven to reduce impacts reaching the micromechanical device.

LIMITED USE TOOL DISPOSABLE ENCLOSURE

A re-usable medical procedure power tool includes a subframe having a handle portion connected to a tool attachment portion and a power source portion. A removable, single use, contamination-blocking cover substantially covers the sub frame of the tool. At least the handle portion of the cover includes a flexible portion providing a tactile feel portion for a user. The tactile feel portion is movable sufficient to move an associated trigger attached to the subframe.

Automatic drug injection device with torsion drive spring and rotational dose setting and correction mechanism

The present disclosure is generally directed to a drug delivery device for selecting and dispensing a number of user variable doses of a medicament. The device comprises a housing, a dose selector operable to set a dose by rotation relative to the housing, a number sleeve arranged within the housing, a drive sleeve which is rotationally constrained to the housing during dose setting and dose correcting and which is rotatable relative to the housing during dose dispensing, a piston rod coupled to the housing and to the drive sleeve a drive spring arranged between the housing and the number sleeve, and a ratchet operatively arranged between the drive sleeve and the number sleeve. According to the disclosure the ratchet comprises at least one clicker arm of one of the number sleeve and the drive sleeve and ratchet teeth of the other of the number sleeve and the drive sleeve.

VEHICLE SEAT FRAME AND METHOD

A vehicle seat frame provides a tilting feature for tilting the seat cushion. The frame includes side brackets () with a torsion tube () laterally-extending through an aperture () of the side brackets. The torsion tube is fitted against the side bracket through an internal swaging procedure to allow smooth rotation of the torsion tube within the side brackets. The torsion tube includes an annular protrusion () which provides an axial locking feature that tightly secures the subcomponents placed onto the torsion tube during vehicle operation. 113.-. (canceled)14. A method of manufacturing a torsion tube of the type used in a vehicle seat frame assembly including a floor bracket , a pivotable linkage , and at least one side bracket coupled to the floor bracket via the pivot linkage , comprising:forming a generally cylindrical aperture in the pivot linkage;forming a generally cylindrical aperture in the side bracket;forming a torsion tube comprising a shank portion and a first and second head portion;inserting the torsion tube through an aperture in the side bracket and the pivot linkage;securing a bushing onto a first head portion of the torsion tube; andinternally swaging the first head portion of the torsion tube radially outwardly.15. The method of claim 14 , wherein the generally cylindrical aperture in the side bracket is formed through an extrusion process.16. The method of claim 14 , further comprising:internally swaging a second head portion on the torsion tube radially outwardly.17. The method of claim 16 , wherein the internal swaging of a second head portion on the torsion tube is performed simultaneously with the internal swaging of a head portion of the torsion tube.18. The method of claim 14 , wherein the inserting the torsion tube in the side bracket occurs prior to the internal swaging of the first head portion.19. The method of claim 14 , further comprising:placing a washer onto the first head portion of the torsion tube prior to internally swaging ...

DRIVE ASSEMBLY SUITABLE FOR USE IN A DRUG DELIVERY DEVICE AND DRUG DELIVERY DEVICE

A drive assembly for use in a drug delivery device is proposed, the drive assembly comprising: a housing having a proximal end and a distal end; an axis extending between the proximal end and the distal end; at least one drive member; a piston rod adapted to be driven along the axis by the drive member; an indicator adapted to provide positional information about a position of the piston rod relative to the proximal end, wherein the indicator and the piston rod are configured to convert a movement of the piston rod with respect to the housing into a rotational movement of the indicator. Additionally, a drug delivery device comprising the drive assembly is provided for. 1. A drive assembly for use in a drug delivery device , the drive assembly comprising:a housing having a proximal end and a distal end;an axis extending between the proximal end and the distal end;at least one drive member;a piston rod adapted to be driven along the axis by the drive member;an indicator adapted to provide positional information about a position of the piston rod relative to the proximal end,whereinthe indicator and the piston rod are configured to convert movement of the piston rod with respect to the housing into a rotational movement of the indicator, and the indicator comprises a rotation member configured to convert movement of the piston rod into the rotational movement of the indicator with the indicator being coupleable to the piston rod via the rotation member and wherein at least a part of the rotation member is arranged within the piston rod.2. The drive assembly according to claim 1 ,wherein the drive assembly is configured to move the piston rod unidirectionally along the axis.3. The drive assembly according to claim 1 ,wherein the indicator has an indication surface that is provided with a plurality of index elements, the drive assembly being configured for at least one of the index elements to be visible from outside of the drive assembly.4. The drive assembly according ...

AERIAL CAMERA SYSTEM

An aerial camera system including a plurality of main reels, a camera interface/safety reel and a stabilized camera head. The camera head is supported from main cables from the main reels with a safety reel cable providing power, data and video communication between the camera head and a main computer system. Each of the main reels, the camera interface/safety reel and the camera head are in communication with the main computer system, which controls the feeding and reeling in of the main cables. Further, the computer system controls the feeding and reeling in of the safety reel cable, which typically only follows the camera head as it moves in three-dimensional space, but may in emergency mode support the weight of the camera head and be used to slowly pull the camera head up and out of the way so that it does not interfere with any activity below the flight area. 1. An aerial camera system , comprising:a plurality of main reels for feeding and reeling a plurality of main cables;a camera interface/safety reel for feeding and reeling a safety reel cable;a stabilized camera head being supported from and flown by said main cables;a main computer system for controlling said feeding and reeling of said main cables and said safety reel cable, wherein each of said main reels, said camera interface/safety reel and said camera head are in communication with said main computer system; andwherein said safety reel cable provides power, data and video communication between said camera head and said main computer system, and wherein said safety reel cable is capable of supporting the weight of and reeling in said camera head in an emergency mode.2. The aerial camera system of wherein said camera head includes a plurality of cantilevered arms rotatably coupled to said main cables respectively.3. The aerial camera system of wherein said cantilevered arms of said camera head are fixed platform arms to adjust pull closer to the center of gravity.4. The aerial camera system of ...

Assembly and Indicator for a Drug Delivery Device

An assembly for a drug delivery device (), comprising a housing () having a proximal end and a distal end, a piston rod () and an indicator (). The piston rod () is adapted to be displaced distally with respect to the housing () away from a proximal start position and towards a distal end position for delivering a drug (). The indicator () is adapted for indicating at least two different operation conditions of the assembly, the indicator () being moveable with respect to the housing () from a first indication position for a first condition of the assembly into a second indication position for a second condition of the assembly. The piston rod () and the indicator () are configured to mechanically interact for converting movement of the piston rod () into movement of the indicator (). A first detent () is provided which is configured to releasably secure the indicator () in the first indication position such that movement into the second indication position is allowed. A second detent () is provided which is configured to secure the indicator () in the second indication position such that movement into the first indication position is prevented. 1. An assembly for a drug delivery device , comprising:a housing having a proximal end and a distal end,a piston rod which is adapted to be displaced distally with respect to the housing away from a proximal start position and towards a distal end position for delivering a drug,an indicator for indicating at least two different operation conditions of the assembly, the indicator being moveable with respect to the housing from a first indication position for a first condition of the assembly into a second indication position for a second condition of the assembly, whereinthe piston rod and the indicator are configured to mechanically interact for converting movement of the piston rod into movement of the indicator, and whereina first detent is provided which is configured to releasably secure the indicator in the first ...

SALTS AND POLYMORPHS OF 8-FLUORO-2--1,3,4,5-TETRAHYDRO-6H-AZEPINO[5,4,3-CD]INDOL-6-ONE

The present invention relates to novel polymorphic forms of 8-fluoro-2-{4-[(methylamino)methyl]phenyl}-1,3,4,5-tetrahydro-H-azepino[5,4,3-cd]indol-6-one, and to processes for their preparation. Such polymorphic forms may be a component of a pharmaceutical composition and may be used to treat a mammalian disease condition mediated by poly(ADP-ribose) polymerase activity including the disease condition such as cancer. 125-. (canceled)26. A camsylate salt of 8-fluoro-2-{4-[(methylamino)methyl]phenyl}-1 ,3 ,4 ,5-tetrahydro-6H-azepino[5 ,4 ,3-cd]indol-6-one.27. The salt of claim 26 , wherein the salt is crystalline.28. The salt of claim 26 , wherein the salt is a crystalline anhydrous salt.29. The salt of claim 26 , wherein the camsylate is S-camsylate.30. The salt of claim 26 , wherein the camsylate is R-camsylate.31. The salt of claim 26 , wherein the salt has a powder X-ray diffraction pattern comprising one or more or two or more or three peaks at diffraction angles (2θ) selected from the group consisting of 12.2±0.2 claim 26 , 14.8±0.2 and 22.4±0.2 claim 26 , wherein said powder X-ray diffraction pattern is obtained using copper K-alphaX-rays at a wavelength of 1.5406 Ångstroms.32. The salt of claim 26 , wherein the salt has a solid state NMR spectrum comprising one or more C chemical shifts selected from the group consisting of 213.4±0.2 claim 26 , 171.8±0.2 claim 26 , and 17.3±0.2 ppm.33. The salt of claim 26 , wherein the salt has a solid state NMR spectrum comprising one or more F chemical shifts selected from the group consisting of −118.9±0.2 and −119.7 ppm±0.2.34. The salt of claim 26 , wherein the salt has a powder X-ray diffraction pattern comprising one or more or two or more or three peaks at diffraction angles (2θ) selected from the group consisting of 12.2±0.2 claim 26 , 14.8±0.2 and 22.4±0.2 obtained using copper K-alphaX-rays at a wavelength of 1.5406 Ångstroms; a solid state NMR spectrum comprising one or more or two or more or three C chemical ...

METHOD, APPARATUS AND SYSTEM FOR PROVIDING EMERGENCY ALERTS TO MOBILE DEVICES

A method of providing emergency alerts to a plurality of user devices is provided. A gateway device determines, for each of the plurality of user devices, a network address that uniquely corresponds to the user device. An emergency alert associated with a predetermined region is determined. A subset of the plurality of user devices located substantially in the predetermined region is determined. The emergency alert is then provided to the subset of the plurality of user devices located substantially in the predetermined region via the network addresses of the subset of the plurality of user devices. 1. A method of providing an emergency alert to a plurality of user devices comprising:determining, at a gateway device, for each of the plurality of user devices, a network address that uniquely corresponds to the user device;determining an emergency alert associated with a predetermined region;determining a subset of the plurality of user devices located substantially in the predetermined region; andproviding the emergency alert to the subset of the plurality of user devices located substantially in the predetermined region via the network addresses of the subset of the plurality of user devices.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein providing the emergency alert comprises:transmitting the emergency alert in a Cell Broadcast protocol-compatible 90 character message format to the user device via an Internet Protocol (IP) network.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein providing the emergency alert additionally comprises:transmitting the emergency alert in a non-Cell Broadcast protocol-compatible format to the user device via the IP network.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising claim 1 , for each user device of the subset of the plurality of user devices:determining whether the user device is in wireless communication with an Internet Protocol (IP) network, wherein providing the emergency alert to the user device via the IP network is in response to a determination that ...

SERVICE FOR ADDING FUNCTIONALITY TO APPLICATIONS

An application management system modifies developer-submitted applications, such as mobile applications, to add various types of functionality before such applications are made available for purchase. The added functionality may, for example, enable end users to make in-application purchases of content items from an application store. As another example, Digital Rights Management (DRM) functionality may be added for controlling user access to content items, such as content items available in an application store. 1. A computer-implemented method of processing developer-submitted applications , the process comprising:receiving, over a network, in association with an account of an application submitter, a submission by the application submitter of an application, said application lacking functionality for end users to purchase content items from an electronic catalog;modifying the application by adding a purchasing module that provides functionality for a user to purchase content items from the electronic catalog from within the application, wherein modifying the application comprises decompiling at least a portion of the application to create source code, and modifying the source code to add the purchasing module; andmaking the application, as modified to add the purchasing module, available in the electronic catalog to end users;said process performed by a computing system that comprises one or more computing devices.2. The method of claim 1 , the process further comprising combining a digital rights management (DRM) module with the application.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the DRM module is configured to halt execution of the modified application in response to determining that an unauthorized change to the application has been made.4. The method of claim 1 , the process further comprising combining a parental control module with the application.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the parental control module is configured to present an access control interface ...

Co-Crystals Of A Triazolo [4,5-D] Pyrimide Platelet Aggregation Inhibitor

The present invention relates to novel co-crystal forms of the compound of formula (I); wherein the co-former molecule is selected from glycolic acid, salicylic acid, decanoic (capric) acid, gentisic acid (2,5-dihydroxybenzoic acid), glutaric acid, vanillic acid (4-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzoic acid), succinic acid, malonic acid or maltol (3-hydroxy-2-methyl-4-pyrone); and to processes for their preparation, to pharmaceutical compositions containing such co-crystals, to the use of such co-crystals in the manufacture of a medicament for use in the prevention of arterial thrombotic complications in patients with coronary artery, cerebrovascular or peripheral vascular disease and to methods of treating such diseases in the human or animal body by administering a therapeutically effective amount of a co-crystal of the compound of formula (I). 2. A co-crystal of the compound of formula (I) according to claim 1 , which is a crystalline form claim 1 , selected from malonic acid co-crystal Form A claim 1 , succinic acid co-crystal Form A claim 1 , succinic acid co-crystal Form B claim 1 , succinic acid co-crystal Form C claim 1 , succinic acid co-crystal Form D claim 1 , decanoic co-crystal Form A claim 1 , salicylic acid co-crystal Form A claim 1 , salicylic acid co-crystal Form B claim 1 , salicylic acid co-crystal Form C claim 1 , gentisic acid co-crystal Form A claim 1 , gentisic acid co-crystal Form B claim 1 , gentisic acid co-crystal Form C claim 1 , gentisic acid co-crystal Form D claim 1 , glutaric acid co-crystal Form A claim 1 , vanillic acid co-crystal Form A claim 1 , maltol co-crystal Form A or glycolic acid co-crystal Form A.5. A co-crystal of the compound of formula (I) in crystalline form claim 1 , according to claim 1 , wherein the co-former molecule is malonic acid or gentisic acid.6. A co-crystal of the compound of formula (I) in crystalline form claim 1 , according to claim 1 , wherein the co-crystal is malonic acid co-crystal (Form A) or gentisic acid co- ...

INPUT CONTROL PROCESSING

A system and method for facilitating the processing of an expansion list. A script associated with an HTML document performs actions to process the expansion list. Actions include detaching the list of input controls from the HTML DOM when the list is not displayed and reattaching the list when it is displayed. Actions may also include maintaining the value of each input control, and processing each input control selection to update the value. The script may send value data to a server using a technique such as a hidden field or another element in the HTML DOM. 1. A computer-based method of processing a document having a plurality of input controls , the method comprising:a) in response to a command to display the plurality of input controls, attaching the plurality of input controls to the document:b) in response to a command to hide the plurality of input controls, detaching the plurality of input controls from the document; andc) sending a value of each input control to a server.2. The computer-based method of claim 1 , further comprising claim 1 , in response to rendering the document claim 1 , detaching the plurality of input controls from the document.3. The computer-based method of claim 1 , sending the value of each input control comprising encoding the value of each input control in a hidden field of the document and sending at least a portion of the hidden field to the server.4. The computer-based method of claim 1 , further comprising:a) in response to a user selection of an input control of the plurality of input controls, storing a value of the selected input control in memory detached from the document; andb) in response to the command to hide the input controls, storing the value of each input control in an element of the document.5. The computer-based method of claim 1 , the document including an expansion control that includes the plurality of input controls claim 1 , the method further comprising:a) inserting another control in the document;b) ...

METHOD OF ASSIGNING AND DEDUCING THE LOCATION OF ARTICLES DETECTED BY MULTIPLE RFID ANTENNAE

In accordance with preferred embodiments of the invention, a method (and corresponding apparatus) is provided for deducing the location of one or more items or objects to be monitored. In exemplary embodiments, the method (and corresponding apparatus) is implemented in RFID (radio frequency identification) applications (e.g., reading RFID tags at 13.56 MHz and approximately 900 MHz) by deducing the location of an item associated with a unique RFID tag in one or more areas of detection covered by multiple RFID reader antennae. 1. A method of determining a location of an item , the method comprising:detecting the presence of an item in an overlapping area of a first detection zone and a second detection zone, the first detection zone associated with a first detector, the second detection zone associated with a second detector;assigning a first percentage of the item to the first detection zone; andassigning a second percentage of the item to the second detection zone.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising adjusting a size of the overlapping area by changing power supplied to at least one of the first and second detectors.3. The method of claim 2 , further comprising associating the item with an RFID tag detectable by the first and second detectors.4. The method of claim 3 , further comprising assigning a unique identification number to the RFID tag claim 3 , wherein the unique identification number is selected from the group consisting of a manufacturer number claim 3 , a stock keeping unit number claim 3 , and a serial number.5. A system for reading a plurality of items having RFID tags claim 3 , the system comprising:a plurality of RFID readers; andat least first and second RFID reader antennas coupled to the plurality of RFID readers, the at least first and second RFID reader antennas for detecting RFID tags associated with a plurality of items;wherein a location of the plurality of items is assigned according to a proportion of RFID tags detected by the ...

Using social signals to identify unauthorized content on a social networking system

A prediction is calculated to determine whether a content item posted on a social networking system infringes on copyrights or otherwise violates the system's terms of use. The predictions are generated using social signals that are based on social information surrounding the content item, such as the density of connections between the posting user and the viewing users, the profile information of the users, and the geographical separation between the users. The content item is disabled if the prediction indicates a violation and the violation can be verified.

Preventing Unauthorized Account Access Using Compromised Login Credentials

User login information submitted as part of an attempt to log into a computer system is evaluated for unauthorized or illegitimate use based on indicators of suspicious behavior. Example indicators of suspicious behavior include whether the login information is known to have been compromised, whether the login attempt originates from a network source or a physical source that has previously originated an attempt to log in using login information known to have been compromised, and whether multiple login attempts using the login information from multiple users has originated from the source. A suspicion index can be calculated based on the presence of the indicators of suspicious behavior. The system can require enhanced authentication based on the measurement of suspicious behavior. 1. A computer implemented method comprising:receiving a list of known compromised login attempts, each compromised login attempt of the list comprising at least a user account identifier and a password;receiving a first set of login information submitted from a client device in connection with a first attempt to login to an online system, the first set of login information including a submitted user account identifier and a submitted password;determining whether the first set of login information matches a compromised login attempt from the list of compromised login attempts;if the first set of login information matches a compromised login attempt, identifying a source location associated with the first attempt to login to the online system; anddetermining a suspiciousness index of the source location associated with the first attempt to login to the online system that includes whether the first set of login information matches a compromised login attempt.2. The computer implemented method of claim 1 , further comprising:providing a security challenge in response to the submission of the first set of login information.3. The computer implemented method of claim 2 , wherein the security ...

APPARATUS FOR RETRACTION AND EXTENSION OF A LEASH OR OTHER FLEXIBLE MATERIAL

A mechanism for retracting and extending a length of flexible material including a gear mechanism having a toothed gear, a coil spring, and a stop mechanism. The stop mechanism includes a trigger button, at least one barb and latch combination and a gear tooth engaging member. Pushing the button a first time causes the barb to lock in the latch and causes the tooth engaging member to engage gear teeth, preventing movement of the gear and preventing extension or retraction of the flexible material. Pressing the button again releases the barb from the latch and disengages the tooth engaging member from the gear, enabling the gear to rotate to extend or wind up the flexible material. 1. A mechanism for extending and retracting a length of flexible material , comprising:a) a bottom chassis having a central spool extending axially therefrom; i) a generally flat disk-shaped plate having an edge with a plurality of teeth projecting outward therefrom;', 'ii) rim extending axially from the plate and having a rim inner wall and a rim exterior wall, the inner wall of the rim defining a gear well, the exterior wall of the rim defining a spool, the rim further having a slot formed therein;, 'b) a gear having'}c) a coil spring disposed within the gear well;d) a length of flexible material having a first end and a second end and adapted to be wound around the rim spool, a portion of the first end being fitted into the rim slot;e) a top plate comprising a generally flat disk-shaped plate having a central hole;f) a first ring having a flange, the ring being adapted to fit in the top plate central hole; i) a trigger button having a tooth engaging member for engaging at least one tooth of the gear, the trigger button further having an engaged position and a disengaged position,', 'ii) first and second arms extending from the trigger button, each arm having a shaft and at least one barb projecting from the shaft, each barb,', 'iii) first and second barb receiving latches, each latch,', ...

ZONAL HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS AND METHODS

The present disclosure relates to isolation and reconfiguration schemes, architectures and methods for use in aircraft hydraulic systems. The main hydraulic system of each hydraulic section of the aircraft hydraulic system can be isolated from one or more consumers in the event of a leak without the use pressure from the backup system. Further, in some embodiments, the main hydraulic system of each hydraulic section of the aircraft hydraulic system can be isolated from one or more consumers in the event of a leak without the use pressure from the backup system and the main system. 1. An isolation valve arrangement , comprising:a main port;a main return port;a backup port;a backup return port;a consumer port;a consumer return port;a first main fluid flow path for a main system that extends from the main port to the consumer port;a second main fluid flow path for the main system that extends from the consumer return port to the main return port;a first backup fluid flow path for a backup system that extends from the backup port to the consumer port;a second backup fluid flow path for the backup system that extends from the consumer return port to the backup return port;a first pilot operated shutoff valve located on the first main fluid flow path between the main port and the consumer port that in a first position provides fluid communication between the main port and the consumer port and in a second position prevents fluid communication between the main port to the consumer port;a first pilot port connected to the first pilot operated shutoff valve;a second pilot operated shutoff valve located on the second main fluid flow path between the consumer return port and the main return port that in a first position provides fluid communication between the consumer return port and the main return port and in a second position prevents fluid communication between the consumer return port and the main return port;a second pilot port connected to the second pilot operated ...

SERVICE FOR ADDING FUNCTIONALITY TO APPLICATIONS

An application management system modifies developer-submitted applications, such as mobile applications, to add various types of functionality before such applications are made available for purchase. The added functionality may, for example, enable end users to make in-application purchases of content items from an application store. As another example, Digital Rights Management (DRM) functionality may be added for controlling user access to content items, such as content items available in an application store. 1. A method for providing users with an application with in-application purchasing functionality , and for processing purchase requests resulting therefrom , the method comprising:receiving, at an application repackaging system associated with an electronic catalog, a submitted application;decompiling at least a portion of the submitted application thereby creating application source code;injecting, into the application source code, in-application purchasing source code associated in-application purchasing functionality, thereby creating modified source code, wherein the in-application purchasing functionality provides for in-application purchasing of items from the electronic catalog;compiling the modified source code to create a modified application including the in-application purchasing functionality;making the modified application available in the electronic catalog to end users;receiving a request, from a computing device of an end user, for the modified application;providing the modified application to the computing device of the end user;receiving, from the computing device of the end user, a purchase request for the purchase of an item available through the electronic catalog, said purchase request generated in-application with the in-application purchasing functionality of the modified application; andprocessing the purchase request, said processing comprising providing the end user with the item;said method performed by a computing system that ...

EVALUATING APPLICATION COMPATIBILITY

Disclosed are various embodiments for evaluating application compatibility with computing devices. A set of applications is determined and then filtered to exclude those applications which are incompatible with a particular client. The filtering is performed by determining a capability set for the client and performing an evaluation of a compatibility expression for each application using the capability set to determine whether each application is compatible with the client. The filtered set of applications is returned and may be used in user interfaces associated with an application marketplace system. 1. A non-transitory computer-readable medium embodying a program executable in a computing device , comprising:code that obtains a mobile application from a developer;code that automatically determines a plurality of application requirements for the mobile application;code that generates a compatibility expression from the application requirements;code that obtains a set of capabilities associated with a mobile device;code that performs an evaluation of the compatibility expression based at least in part on the set of capabilities to produce an evaluation result;code that determines whether the mobile application is compatible with the mobile device according to the evaluation result; andcode that generates a user interface that facilitates an acquisition of the mobile application by a user for installation on the mobile device.2. The non-transitory computer-readable medium of claim 1 , further comprising code that caches the evaluation result.3. The non-transitory computer-readable medium of claim 1 , wherein the compatibility expression is a postfix expression claim 1 , and the code that performs the evaluation is configured to perform the evaluation using a stack.4. The non-transitory computer-readable medium of claim 1 , further comprising:code that obtains a capability set identifier from the mobile device; andwherein the code that obtains the set of ...

SALTS AND POLYMORPHS OF 8-FLUORO-2-{4-[(METHYLAMINO)METHYL]PHENYL}-1,3,4,5-TETRAHYDRO-6H-AZEPINO[5,4,3-CD]INDOL-6-ONE

The present invention relates to novel polymorphic forms of 8-fluoro-2-{4-[(methylamino)methyl]phenyl}-1,3,4,5-tetrahydro-6H-azepino[5,4,3-cd]indol-6-one, and to processes for their preparation. Such polymorphic forms may be a component of a pharmaceutical composition and may be used to treat a mammalian disease condition mediated by poly(ADP-ribose) polymerase activity including the disease condition such as cancer. 17-. (canceled)8. A process for preparing a solid dosage form containing a camsylate salt of 8-fluoro-2-{4-[(methylamino)methyl]phenyl}-1 ,3 ,4 ,5-tetrahydro-6H-azepino[5 ,4 ,3-cd]indol-6-one , comprisingi) preparing a first vessel comprising 8-fluoro-2-{4-[(methylamino)methyl] phenyl}-1,3,4,5-tetrahydro-6H-azepino[5,4,3-cd]indol-6-one and a first solvent comprising one or more of water, an alcohol, and an ether;ii) preparing a second vessel comprising camphor sulfonic acid and a second solvent comprising one or more of water, an alcohol, and an ether;iii) combining the contents of the first vessel and the second vessel to form a camsylate salt of 8-fluoro-2-{4-[(methylamino)methyl]phenyl}-1,3,4,5-tetrahydro-6H-azepino[5,4,3-cd]indol-6-one; andiv) isolating the camsylate salt formed in step iii);v) combining the isolated camsylate salt with one or more of a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, a pharmaceutically acceptable diluent, a pharmaceutically acceptable vehicle, or a pharmaceutically acceptable excipient; andvi) preparing the solid dosage form by one or more processes selected from mixing, granulating, and compressing.9. The process of wherein the camphor sulfonic acid is S-camphor sulfonic acid.10. The process of wherein the camphor sulfonic acid is R-camphor sulfonic acid.11. The process of wherein the camphor sulfonic acid comprises a ratio of R-camphor sulfonic acid and S-camphor sulfonic acid.12. The process of wherein the camphor sulfonic acid is selected from 1R:1S-camphor sulfonic acid claim 11 , 1R:9S-camphor sulfonic acid claim 11 , 1R ...

Tactile navigation systems and methods

Provided is a wearable navigation device, comprising a band portion positioned at a portion of a human body; a location device that receives navigation data regarding a destination location for an item and determines a distance and orientation with respect to a current position of the wearable navigation device to the destination location; and a plurality of tactile feedback emitters that provide tactile feedback to the portion of the human body in a predetermined sequential order to direct a wearer of the band portion to the destination location having a point of intersection of a length, width, and height.

Systems and Methods for Interacting and Interfacing with an Artificial Intelligence System

The present disclosure provides systems and methods that include or otherwise leverage an artificial intelligence system and/or provide user interface mechanisms particularly suited for interacting and/or interfacing with an artificial intelligence system. A computing system can include a camera, a light-emitting device, and an artificial intelligence system that comprises one or more machine-learned models. The computing system can include a processor and one or more non-transitory computer-readable media that stores instructions that, when executed, cause the processor to obtain an image of a scene captured by the camera; generate an attention output that describes at least one region of the scene that includes a subject of a processing operation performed by the artificial intelligence system; and control the light-emitting device to emit light onto or adjacent a region of the scene that includes the subject of the processing operation performed by the artificial intelligence system. 1. A computing system , comprising:a camera;a light-emitting device;an artificial intelligence system that comprises one or more machine-learned models;one or more processors; and obtain an image of a scene captured by the camera;', 'generate an attention output that describes at least one region of the scene that includes a subject of a processing operation performed by the artificial intelligence system; and', 'control the light-emitting device to emit light onto or adjacent the at least one region of the scene that includes the subject of the processing operation performed by the artificial intelligence system., 'one or more non-transitory computer-readable media that collectively store instructions that when executed by the one or more processors cause the computing system to2. The computing system of claim 1 , wherein the artificial intelligence system comprises a machine-learned selection model configured to receive the image of the scene and claim 1 , in response claim 1 , ...

AUTONOMOUS VEHICLE POSITIONING FOR SENSOR CALIBRATION

The subject disclosure relates to techniques for positioning an autonomous vehicle for sensor calibration. A process of the disclosed technology can include steps for positioning an autonomous vehicle along a first axis on a platform in a predetermined environment using guide rails, positioning the autonomous vehicle along a second axis on the platform using one or more elevated platform features, inserting one or more lifting alignment pins of a lifting mechanism into one or more sockets located on an underbody of the autonomous vehicle, and positioning the autonomous vehicle along a third axis using the lifting mechanism. Systems and machine-readable media are also provided. 1. A method comprising:positioning an autonomous vehicle along a first axis on a platform in a predetermined environment using guide rails;positioning the autonomous vehicle along a second axis on the platform using one or more elevated platform features, wherein the second axis is orthogonal to the first axis;inserting one or more lifting alignment pins of a lifting mechanism into one or more sockets located on an underbody of the autonomous vehicle; andpositioning the autonomous vehicle along a third axis using the lifting mechanism, the third axis orthogonal to the first axis and the second axis.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:calibrating one or more sensors of the autonomous vehicle based on a position of the autonomous vehicle in the predetermined environment.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising: sending data to the autonomous vehicle, the data indicating that an object is present at a location in the predetermined environment;', 'receiving a response from the autonomous vehicle, the response indicating if the one or more sensors of the autonomous vehicle have detected the object at the location in the predetermined environment; and', 'sending instructions to the autonomous vehicle, the instructions based on if the response indicates that the one or more sensors of ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING MOBILE DEVICE USE

Provided are a system and method for operating a mobile device, comprising: establishing by a locking mechanism at the mobile device that the mobile device is owned or controlled by a retail establishment at which an operator of the mobile device is an agent; searching, by a mobile device, for a signal from a network; authorizing the mobile device to operate in a vicinity of the network when the signal is detected from the network; and inactivating the mobile device or displaying information where the mobile device can operate in response to a failure by the mobile device to detect the signal. 1. A system for controlling access of a mobile device , comprising:a special-purpose hardware processor for establishing conditions under which the mobile device or at least one application of the mobile device are locked; anda special-purpose hardware processor for locking the mobile device or an application of the mobile device if the mobile device is outside of the vicinity of a network and the mobile device's access level is less than a predetermined threshold access level.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a special-purpose hardware processor for determining an ownership of the mobile device claim 1 , including determining whether the mobile device is store-owned claim 1 , company-owned claim 1 , or user-owned.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein conditions under which the mobile device or at least one application of the mobile device are locked includes determining an access level of the mobile device.4. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a special-purpose hardware processor for performing an action or task-based authentication.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the access level is a pay type of the agent.6. A computer program product claim 1 , comprising: computer readable program code configured to determine whether a mobile device is store-owned or user-owned;', 'computer readable program code configured to inactivate the mobile device in response to ...

ADD-ON GRIP AND ACTUATION-SLEEVE FOR A PEN-TYPE DRUG INJECTION DEVICE

The present disclosure concerns an attachment for an operable drug delivery device, comprising a gripping sleeve member that is configured to receive a first member of the operable drug delivery device, wherein the gripping sleeve member comprises a first gripping sleeve member part comprising a first engagement feature at its inner surface that is configured to engage the first gripping sleeve member part in a torque-proof manner with the first member of the operable drug delivery device. Further, the present invention concerns a use of the attachment or a system of attachments for operating the operable drug delivery device. 117-. (canceled)18. Attachment for an operable drug delivery device ,comprising a gripping sleeve member that is configured to receive a first member of the operable drug delivery device,wherein the gripping sleeve member comprises a first gripping sleeve member part comprising a first engagement feature at its inner surface that is configured to engage the first gripping sleeve member part in a torque-proof manner with the first member of the operable drug delivery device and wherein the attachment comprises a torque limiting mechanism defining a maximum allowed torque.19. The attachment according to claim 18 , wherein the first engagement feature is configured to transfer a movement of the first gripping sleeve member part to a movement of the first member of the operable drug delivery device.20. The attachment according to claim 18 , wherein the first gripping sleeve member part is coupled with the first member of the operable drug delivery device via the torque limiting mechanism which is configured to prevent a movement of the first gripping sleeve member part being transferred to a movement of the first member if a torque is applied to the first gripping sleeve member part which is greater than the maximum allowed torque.21. The attachment according to claim 20 , wherein the torque limiting mechanism comprises a clutch member configured ...

CRYSTAL FORMS OF ASTAXANTHIN

The invention describes previously undisclosed crystal forms of astaxanthin designated crystal form I and II. It has been surprisingly found that the two crystal forms of astaxanthin show an improved bioavailability, a relatively high solubility in specific organic solvents and an increased long-term stability. For example the new forms are stable in solid form for at least 90 days at a temperature of 20° C.-40° C. It was further found that the two crystal forms can be prepared from each other. Therefore the invention also relates to methods for preparing said crystal forms. In addition, the invention relates to administration forms (hereinafter also called “formulations”) comprising one of the two crystal forms according to the invention or mixtures thereof dissolved or suspended in oil or organic-solvent. 1. A method of preparing an administration form of astaxanthin with improved stability and bioavailability properties , the method comprising incorporating into the administration form at least one crystal form of astaxanthin designated crystal form I and II , whereincrystal form I is characterized by i) An XRPD (X-Ray Powder Diffraction) pattern comprising a peak between 20° and 21°, and ii) A DSC (Differential Scanning Calorimeter) scan showing a phase transition at 225° C.-235° C.; and whereincrystal form II is characterized by i) an XRPD pattern comprising a peak at approximately 11° and 18°, and ii) a DSC scan showing a phase transition at 200° C.-220° C.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein crystal form I shows a phase transition at 230.8° C.±1.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein crystal form II shows a phase transition at 210° C.±1.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the administration form is stable in solid form for at least 90 days at 20° C.5. An administration form prepared by the method according to claim 1 , wherein the administration form is a fish food comprising at least one of crystal forms I and II.6. An administration ...

Drug Delivery Device with a Drive Mechanism

The present disclosure relates to a drive mechanism which is suitable for an injection device, especially a drug delivery device. The mechanism comprises a housing having a longitudinal axis defined by a compartment for receiving a cartridge, a plunger suitable for acting on a bung of a cartridge retained in the housing, a strained pressure spring arranged between the housing and the plunger, a retaining member coupled to the plunger, and a release member operable between a first state, in which the release member constrains the retaining member to the housing, and a second state, in which the release member is movable relative to the housing. 114-. (canceled)15. A drug delivery device for selecting and dispensing a number of user variable doses of a medicament comprising:a housing having a longitudinal axis defined by a compartment for receiving a cartridge;a plunger suitable for acting on a bung of a cartridge retained in the housing;a spring arranged between the housing and the plunger;a retaining member coupled to the plunger;a release member operable in a first state and a second state, wherein, in the first state, the release member is configured to constrain the retaining member to the housing to inhibit movement of the plunger relative to the housing, and, in the second state, the release member is movable relative to the housing to allow the spring to move the plunger; anda dose setting member rotatable relative to the release member during dose setting and rotatable with the release member during dose dispensing.16. The drug delivery device according to claim 15 , wherein the retaining member comprises a flexible belt or cable.17. The drug delivery device according to claim 15 , wherein the plunger is axially constrained to at least a portion of the retaining member.18. The drug delivery device according to claim 15 , wherein claim 15 , in the second state claim 15 , the release member is rotatable relative to the housing.19. The drug delivery device ...

Method for Assembling a Drug Delivery Device and Drug Delivery Device

A method for assembling a drug delivery device that includes mounting a cartridge with a bung, the mechanism, the plunger and the spring within a housing such that a spring biases a plunger in a dispensing direction and that a drum and/or the release member is attached to the plunger attaching a tool with torque measurement capability to the drum or a release member of a dose mechanism in a state where at least one housing part is detached from further housing part; setting a dose by rotating the dose setting member in a first direction, activating a trigger and monitoring the torque applied to the drum or the release member; releasing the trigger upon detection of a predetermined change in the torque measured by the tool; and releasing the tool and closing the housing. 1. A method of assembling a drug delivery device or components thereof comprising:providing a cartridge with a bung, a plunger, a spring biasing the plunger towards the bung and a release member coupled to the spring such that release of the spring is controlled by the release member,providing an instrument for measuring the torque or force of the spring,releasing the spring while monitoring the torque or force by the measuring instrument, andstopping the release member upon detection of a predetermined change in the torque or force measured by the measuring instrument, wherein the predetermined change in the torque or force is a rapid decrease in the torque or force due to the plunger contacting the bung in the cartridge.2. The method according to claim 1 , comprising providing a housing claim 1 , and a dose setting and dispensing mechanism comprising at least a dose setting member claim 1 , a trigger claim 1 , the release member and/or a drum claim 1 , the plunger and the spring claim 1 , which is a strained pressure spring claim 1 ,mounting the cartridge with the bung, the dose setting and dispensing mechanism, the plunger and the spring within the housing such that the spring biases the plunger ...

ENZYMATIC PROCESS FOR PRODUCTION OF MODIFIED HOP PRODUCTS

The present invention relates to a process for producing a beer bite ring agent via enzyme catalyzed bioconversion of hop-derived isoalpha acids to dihydro-(rho)-isoalpha acids. 1. A process for the preparation of dihydro-(rho)-isoalpha acids , comprising treating isoalpha acids with a ketoreductase enzyme or a microorganism expressing a gene that encodes the ketoreductase.2. The process according to claim 1 , wherein the process is carried out in an aqueous system.3. The process according to claim 2 , wherein the process is carried out under mild temperature and pH conditions.4. The process according to claim 1 , comprising addition of the ketoreductase enzyme and NADPH or NADP to a mixture of isoalpha acids followed by incubation.5. The process according to claim 1 , comprising adding the ketoreductase enzyme and NADPH or NADP to a mixture of isoalpha acids in the presence of isopropanol for cofactor recycling claim 1 , followed by incubation.6. The process according to claim 1 , wherein the concentration of isoalpha acids claim 1 , i.e. the substrate claim 1 , is maximized to increase the volumetric productivity of the bioconversion.7. The process according to claim 1 , wherein the concentration of the cofactor NADPH or NADP in the mixture is minimized to improve the economics of the bioconversion.8. The process according to claim 1 , wherein the reaction is carried out in a vessel purged of air using an inert gas such as nitrogen or argon to prevent the production of degradation products.9. The process according to claim 1 , comprising adding the ketoreductase enzyme and NADPH or NADP to a mixture of isoalpha adds in the presence of another enzyme for cofactor recycling claim 1 , followed by incubation.10. The process according to claim 1 , comprising adding a whole cell biocatalyst claim 1 , wherein the whole cell biocatalyst is an immobilized microorganism expressing the gene which encodes a ketoreductase claim 1 , to a mixture of isoalpha acids followed by ...

Remote Weight Measurement of a Product Support Member

In some embodiments, systems, apparatuses and methods are provided herein useful to determine a weight of products on a product support structure. More specifically, the product support structure can be provided on a suspension system having one or more springs that can be monitored for compression to thereby determine a weight of products on the product support structure. In several embodiments, non-visible electromagnetic (EM) waves, can be directed at the spring and reflections of the non-visible EM waves can be received and analyzed to determine a compression of the spring. 1. A weight detection system for a product support member within a facility , the system comprising:a product support member configured to receive one or more products thereon;a spring supporting the product support member, the spring configured to compress in response to products being placed on the product support member;an electromagnetic (EM) wave generator configured to sequentially emit non-visible EM waves towards the spring;an EM wave reader configured to sequentially receive reflections of the non-visible EM waves from the spring, wherein different compression levels of the spring result in different reflections of the non-visible EM waves;a control circuit operably coupled to the EM wave reader and configured to receive and compare reflections received at different times to detect changes in the reflections to thereby determine changes in weight of products on the product support member.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the EM wave generator and the EM wave reader comprise an EM transceiver.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the EM wave generator and the EM wave reader utilize radio waves.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the EM wave generator and the EM wave reader utilize micro waves.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the control circuit is configured to be calibrated by receiving reflections of the non-visible EM waves off the spring with no products on the product support ...

Mapping network mac addresses to physical locations

Devices in enterprise-scale networks are often tracked by asset catalogs that record the physical locations of respective devices. Such tracking often involves administratively heavy communication of device deployment, and communication or recording errors may lead to missing catalog entries or entries that incorrectly identify the physical locations of the devices. Instead, a MAC address encoding may be established that maps physical locations to particular MAC addresses, such as representing a building, floor, room, row, and rack of a device in the second through sixth MAC address octets. A locator device with a network adapter featuring a selected MAC address that encodes a particular physical address may be inserted into a network device at the physical location. The physical location of the network device may thereafter be queried for the MAC addresses of connected devices, and the selected MAC address may be translated into the physical location of the network device.

Stocking Level Indication System and Method

In some embodiments, apparatuses and methods are provided herein useful to provide an indication of stock level for products within a retail location. A marking material can be used on particular products to provide notification that the stock of the product is in or approaching a low stock situation. In some embodiments, a reader or sensor can be provided at or near a point of sale that is configured to detect the marking material and create a task. 1. A stock level indication system , the system comprising:a product support having front and rear edges and configured to display products in one or more product facings thereon;a marking material disposed on a product stocked at a predetermined depth of the product support between the front and rear edges thereof, the predetermined depth corresponding to an intermediate or end position in a product facing;a reader device disposed adjacent to a point of sale and configured to detect the marking material; and receive the detection of the marking material from the reader device; and', 'output a signal to create a task in response to receiving the detection of the marking material., 'a control circuit operably coupled to the reader device and the point of sale, the control circuit configured to2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a delivery assembly of the product support configured to dispense the marking material onto the product disposed at the predetermined depth.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the delivery assembly comprises a container of the marking material claim 2 , an air compressor claim 2 , and a dispensing member disposed along a width of the product support at the predetermined depth thereof claim 2 , the air compressor configured to release air to force the marking material through the dispensing member onto the product stocked at the predetermined depth of the product support.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the delivery assembly further comprises a switch configured to operate the air ...

Customer Presence Detection

In some embodiments, apparatuses and methods are provided herein useful to track customer presence and movement within a shopping facility. More specifically, reflections of non-visible electromagnetic (EM) waves can be analyzed to locate customers within an area and track customer movement over time. Maps of the area can be created at first and second times and compared with one another to determine differences.

IMAGE-BASED SHOPPING SYSTEM

In some embodiments, apparatuses and methods are provided herein useful to providing an image-based shopping system. In some embodiments, a system for helping a customer find a desired product based on an image includes an electronic input device configured to receive, from the customer, the image, and a control circuit coupled to the electronic user input device and configured to identify one or more items in the image, identify, from a product data structure, a product that is similar to at least one of the one or more items in the image, and present, via an electronic display device, the product and an option to purchase the product. 1. A system for helping a customer find a desired product based on an image , the system comprising:an electronic user input device configured to receive, from the customer, the image; and identify, based on attribute information for the image, one or more items in the image;', 'identify, from a product data structure, a product that is similar to at least one of the one or more items in the image;', 'present, via an electronic display device, the product and an option to purchase the product;', 'generate, based on the image, a virtual rendition of the one or more items; and', 'receive, via the user input device, customer input to modify the virtual rendition of the one or more items., 'a control circuit in communication with the electronic user input device and configured to,'}2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the identification of a product that is similar to at least one of the one or more items is based on a comparison between the one or more items and products stored in the product data structure.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the attribute information for the image includes one or more of height claim 1 , width claim 1 , color claim 1 , texture claim 1 , materials claim 1 , and style.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the control circuit is further configured to:remove extraneous portions from the image.5. The system of ...

Physical Product Display-Based Apparatus

A retail shopping facility has a plurality of physical product displays where at least some of the physical product displays simultaneously display a plurality of different available items. A central computer system is configured to receive from a mobile device a customer message from a customer. This message includes information that identifies at least a portion of a particular one of the physical product displays (such as an empty part of the display). The central computer system is also configured to transmit to that mobile device a reply message that includes a pictorial depiction that corresponds to the aforementioned portion of this particular physical product display. 1. An apparatus comprising:a retail shopping facility having a plurality of physical product displays where at least some of the physical product displays simultaneously display a plurality of different available items;a central computer system configured to:receive from a mobile device a customer message from a customer, the message including information that identifies at least a portion of a particular one of the physical product displays;transmitting to the mobile device a reply message that includes a pictorial depiction that corresponds to the portion of the particular one of the physical product displays.2. The apparatus of wherein the customer message includes identifying information identifying a particular item as not being available at the particular one of the physical product displays.3. The apparatus of wherein the identifying information comprises a stock keeping unit (SKU) number.4. The apparatus of wherein the identifying information comprises a unique radio-frequency identification (RFID) identifier.5. The apparatus of wherein the identifying information comprises a captured image of the particular one of the physical product displays.6. The apparatus of wherein the central computer system is further configured to:analyze the captured image to identify at least one item that ...

Shopping Cart With RFID and Biometric Components and Associated Systems and Methods

Described in detail herein are systems and methods for interacting with an interactive display using a shopping cart. A biometric device integrated with the handle portion on a shopping cart can detect and discriminate between user attributes. At least one RFID tags can store the captured biometric information associated with the user attributes. A RFID reader and a computing system can be disposed within a predetermined distance of the shopping cart. The RFID reader can communicate with the at least one RFID tag in response to the at least one RFID tag being with a range of the at least one RFID reader to transfer the biometric information stored in the RFID tag to the RFID reader. The RFID reader can transmit the biometric information to the computing system. The computing system can authenticate the user based on the biometric information received via the at least one RFID reader. 1. A shopping cart comprising:a frame having a handle portion,a basket supported by the frame,a plurality of caster configured to support the frame;a biometric device integrated with the handle portion to detect and discriminate between user attributes;at least one RFID tag integrated in the shopping cart, the at least one RFID tag is configured to: store biometric information associated with the user attributes in response to the user's interaction with the biometric device; anda plurality of RFID tags integrated in the shopping cart.2. The shopping cart of claim 1 , further comprising:a plurality of RFID tags integrated in the handle portions, the plurality of RFID tags including the at least a first RFID tag and a second RFID tag.3. The shopping cart of claim 2 , wherein each of the first and second RFID tags are configured to continuously transmit a signal.4. The shopping cart of claim 3 , wherein the first and second RFID tags are disposed near a surface of the handle portion and are readable by at least one RFID reader in response to the first and second RFID tags being with a ...

DRIVE MECHANISM FOR AN INJECTION DEVICE

The present disclosure relates to an injection device for expelling of a number of preset or user-selectable doses of a medicament, the injection device comprising: —an elongated housing () extending along a longitudinal axis (), —an expelling mechanism () comprising a trigger () and a piston rod (), —a dose setting mechanism () comprising a rotatable member () and a counterpart member (), wherein the counterpart member and the rotatable member comprise a first mechanical code () and a second mechanical code (), respectively, —wherein for setting of a dose the rotatable member () is rotatable relative to the housing () and relative to the counterpart member () within a range of numerous rotational states, and wherein during setting of the dose the rotatable member () is constrained along the longitudinal axis () relative to the housing () or relative to the counterpart member (), —wherein for expelling of a dose one of the rotatable member () and the counterpart member () is displaceable along the longitudinal axis () into an expelling position (e) relative to the other one of the rotatable member () and the counterpart member () only when the first mechanical code () is aligned with the second mechanical code (). 1. An injection device for expelling of a number of preset or user-selectable doses of a medicament , the injection device comprising:{'b': 10', '310', '410', '100', '101', '100, 'an elongated housing (; ; ) extending along a longitudinal axis (I) and configured to accommodate a cartridge () containing the medicament and having a bung () sealing a proximal end of the cartridge (),'}{'b': 4', '70', '30', '70', '30', '101', '10, 'an expelling mechanism () comprising a trigger () and a piston rod (), wherein when induced by the trigger () the piston rod () is configured to urge against the bung () along the longitudinal axis (I) in a distal direction relative to the housing (),'}{'b': 5', '260', '360', '460', '560', '240', '340', '440', '540', '240', '340', ' ...

Systems And Methods for Detecting Vehicle Attributes

Described in detail herein are methods and systems for detecting attributes of vehicles using an images captured by an image capturing device disposed at a facility. The system detects attributes of the vehicles from the image, retrieves information associated with each vehicle based on the attributes and generates a score for each vehicle based on the information associated with each vehicle. Based on the score a distribution of physical objects is triggered to the facility.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DYNAMICALLY DISPLAYING INFORMATION ABOUT AN OBJECT USING AUGMENTED REALITY

Systems and methods described herein can dynamically display an augmented reality image including information about an object. The systems and methods can extract attributes from an image of, or image related to, the object and can use those attributes to construct a database query for a plurality of data sources. After querying the data sources and receiving a response, systems and methods described herein can generate data based on the response to augment the image of, or image related to, the object. The systems and methods can modify the image of, or image related to, the object based on the generated data to generate an augmented image and can display the augmented image on a display. 1. An augmented reality system for dynamically displaying information about an object to a user comprising:an application executable on a mobile computing device to process an image associated with the object taken with an imaging device to extract attributes associated with the object from the image; receive, from the application, the attributes;', 'construct a database query for the plurality of data sources based on the attributes;', 'query the plurality of data sources;', 'receive a response from the plurality of data sources based on the query;', 'generate data based on the response to augment the image associated with the object, the data including information customized to a user of the mobile computing device; and', 'transmit the data to the application,, 'a first computing system communicatively coupled to a plurality of data sources and including a processor configured to execute instructions towherein the application modifies the image associated with the object based on the data to generate an augmented image, andwherein the application renders the augmented image on a display of the mobile computing device.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the instruction to generate data based on the response includes customizing the data to at least one of the mobile computing ...

NETWORK SECURITY TECHNIQUES COMPARING OBSERVED DISTRIBUTIONS TO BASELINE DISTRIBUTIONS

A method described herein involves various operations directed toward network security. The operations include accessing a traffic attribute describing a feature of network traffic. The operations further include determining a baseline distribution for the traffic attribute of a baseline set of transactions involving an online system over a baseline period and, additionally, determining an observed distribution for the traffic attribute of an observed set of transactions involving the online system over an observed period. Using the observed distribution and the baseline distribution, an attribute risk value for the traffic attribute is computed. The operations further include detecting that an anomaly exists in the traffic attribute of the observed set of transactions, based on the attribute risk value. Responsive to detecting the anomaly, an access control is implemented for access to the online system by additional transactions having a particular value in the traffic attribute meeting a pattern of the anomaly. 1. A method comprising:accessing a traffic attribute describing a characteristic of network traffic;determining a baseline distribution of the traffic attribute over a baseline set of transactions involving an online system over a baseline period;determining an observed distribution of the traffic attribute over an observed set of transactions involving the online system over an observed period;computing, using the observed distribution and the baseline distribution, an attribute risk value for the traffic attribute;detecting that an anomaly exists in the traffic attribute of the observed set of transactions, based on the attribute risk value; andimplementing an access control for access to the online system by additional transactions having a particular value in the traffic attribute meeting a pattern of the anomaly.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein determining the baseline distribution for the traffic attribute comprises computing claim 1 , for a ...

Trigger Mechanism and Drug Delivery Device herewith

The present disclosure is generally directed to a trigger mechanism for initiating dispensing doses of a medicament from a drug delivery device. The trigger mechanism includes a trigger element movable in a first direction relative to a counter element. To provide a feedback to a user of the trigger mechanism, the trigger element includes a first interference member and the counter element includes a second interference member located with respect to the first interference member such that upon movement of the trigger element relative to the counter element the first interference member contacts and passes over the second interference member, thereby generating an audible and/or tactile feedback. Further, the disclosure includes a drug delivery device for selecting and dispensing a number of user variable doses of a medicament comprising such a trigger mechanism. 1. A trigger mechanism for initiating dispensing doses of a medicament from a drug delivery device , the trigger mechanism comprising:a trigger element movable in a first direction relative to a counter element,wherein the trigger element comprises a first interference member and the counter element comprises a second interference member, the second interference member being located with respect to the first interference member such that upon movement of the trigger element relative to the counter element the first interference member contacts and passes over the second interference member, thereby generating an audible and/or tactile feedback.2. The trigger mechanism according to claim 1 , wherein the first interference member and/or the second interference member is configured to be elastically deformed upon movement of the trigger element with respect to the counter element.3. The trigger mechanism according to claim 1 , wherein the trigger element comprises a button movable in a longitudinal direction of the drug delivery device.4. The trigger mechanism according to claim 1 , wherein the first ...

SENSOR SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ANALYZING PRODUCE

Sensor systems, methods and machine readable medium are provided for a sensor system for analyzing the ripeness of produce items. 1. A system for identifying and tracking ripeness levels of produce items purchased at a store to manage inventory , the system comprising:a server configured to execute a produce analysis module;a database for storing data sensed at a point-of-sale (POS) system, the database communicatively coupled with the server; and sense data measurements of a plurality of produce items scanned at the POS system,', 'transmit the sensed data measurements to the server along with a timestamp indicating at least one of a time and date when the data was sensed by the sensor,, 'a sensor disposed at the POS system and in communication with the server, the sensor configured to store the sensed data measurements and the timestamp in the database,', 'analyze a plurality of sensed data measurements stored in the database taken over a period of time for a produce item, so as to determine a ripeness level from the sensed data measurements for the produce item for each timestamp stored in the database over the period of time,', 'determine a customer-preferred ripeness level for the produce item for at least one of a particular time and date based on the determined ripeness level for the produce item over the period of time, and', 'adjust programmatically at least one of inventory orders or display times for the produce item based on the customer-preferred ripeness level., 'wherein the produce analysis module is configured to2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the sensor measures at least one of gaseous properties emitted by the plurality of produce items claim 1 , light reflected by the plurality of produce items claim 1 , and a spectrum which aides in determining the ripeness of a produce item.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the produce analysis module stores sensed data and timestamps for multiple produce items scanned at all of the POS systems in a store.4. ...

Injection Device

The invention refers to an injection device comprising a housing () having a first aperture () or window, a dose indicator () positioned within the housing () and rotatable with respect to the housing () during dose setting and during dose dispensing, and a gauge element (), which is interposed between the housing () and the dose indicator (). The gauge element () has a second aperture () or window, which is positioned with respect to the first aperture () or window of the housing () such that at least a part of the dose indicator () is visible through the first and second apertures () or windows- Further, the gauge element () is axially guided within the housing () and in threaded engagement with the dose indicator () such that rotation of the dose indicator () causes an axial displacement of the gauge element (). The injection device further comprises a resilient member () adapted to provide a force necessary for ejecting a dose from the injection device. 1. An injection device comprising{'b': 10', '410', '11, 'a housing (; ) having a first aperture () or window,'}{'b': 120', '480', '10', '410', '10', '410, 'a dose indicator (; ) positioned within the housing (; ) and rotatable with respect to the housing (; ) during dose setting and during dose dispensing,'}{'b': 110', '490', '10', '410', '120', '480', '110', '490', '111', '11', '10', '410', '120', '480', '11', '111', '110', '490', '10', '410', '120', '480', '120', '480', '110', '490', '90', '510, 'a gauge element (; ), which is interposed between the housing (; ) and the dose indicator (; ), wherein the gauge element (; ) has a second aperture () or window, which is positioned with respect to the first aperture () or window of the housing (; ) such that at least a part of the dose indicator (; ) is visible through the first and second apertures (, ) or windows, and wherein the gauge element (; ) is axially guided within the housing (; ) and in threaded engagement with the dose indicator (; ) such that rotation ...

ELECTROSURGICAL TIP

The present disclosure relates generally to the field of medical devices. In particular, the present disclosure relates to an electrosurgical surgical tip that includes a conductive and low-profile cutting surface to provide high current density radiofrequency energy with minimal thermal damage to surrounding tissues. For example, an electrosurgical tip of the present disclosure may include a ring of conductive material sputter-coated around a distal opening of a non-conductive base component and a strip of conductive material sputter-coated along a longitudinal axis of the non-conductive base component. 1. A medical device , comprising:a non-conductive base component defining a longitudinal axis and a lumen therethrough;a conductive material disposed on an outer surface of the non-conductive base component around a distal opening of the lumen; anda conductive material disposed on an outer surface of the non-conductive base component along the longitudinal axis;wherein the conductive material disposed around the distal opening includes a first layer of conductive material bonded to the non-conductive base component and the conductive material disposed along the longitudinal axis includes a second layer of conductive material bonded to the non-conductive base component.2. The medical device of claim 1 , wherein one or more of the first and second layers of conductive material are sputter-coated onto the non-conductive base component.3. The medical device of claim 1 , further comprising a channel formed within the outer surface of the non-conductive base component along the longitudinal axis claim 1 , wherein the second layer of conductive material extends through the channel.4. The medical device of claim 1 , wherein the first and second layers of conductive material include titanium.5. The medical device of claim 1 , wherein the conductive material disposed around the distal opening further includes a third layer of conductive material bonded to the first layer of ...

High clearance adjustable sprayer

An agricultural sprayer assembly includes a wheeled carriage, a chassis, and a spray delivery system. The wheeled carriage has a number of adjustable support legs (e.g., four), each formed of hydraulically coupled and actuated upper and lower leg sections or members. The chassis is supported on the wheeled carriage, at an adjustable clearance height defined by the operational height of the support legs. The spray delivery system includes a spray boom coupled to a boom support, and an actuator coupled to the boom support and the chassis. The actuator is configured to adjust the height of the spray boom with respect to the clearance height of the chassis.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR NIL PICK HANDLING AT A WAREHOUSE

Upon the occurrence of the nil pick, an amount of product that is available in the warehouse is determined as is a demand of the product from the replenishment settings. When the amount of product is sufficient to partially satisfy the demand, first instructions are transmitted to the warehouse instructing the warehouse to send selected amounts of the product to selected retail stores. When the amount of product is insufficient to satisfy any of the demand, a message is sent to a secondary supplier instructing the secondary supplier to ship products to the warehouse. Instructions are transmitted to the warehouse to perform a verification of an accuracy of the replenishment settings. 1. A product inventory control system that is configured to manage nil picks in a warehouse , the system comprising:a warehouse that is configured to store products;a first automated vehicle including a first sensor, the first automated vehicle disposed in the warehouse;a second automated vehicle disposed in the warehouse, the second automated vehicle including a second sensor;a third sensor disposed at the warehouse;an electronic communication network;a plurality of retail stores that obtain the products from the warehouse;a plurality of sales entry devices disposed in the retail stores, the sales entry devices being configured to obtain sales information indicating demand for the products, the demand for the products being included in one or more electronic reports created at the stores and transmitted on the network;a transceiver circuit coupled to the network and the first automated vehicle, the transceiver circuit being disposed at a warehouse and configured to receive an electronic indication of a nil pick made at the warehouse from the first automated vehicle, the nil pick occurring when one or more electronic orders from the stores are received for one of the products and when the first sensor of the first automated vehicle obtains information indicating a product requested in ...

INVENTORY TRACKING

In some embodiments, apparatuses and methods are provided herein useful to identify and/or track items using accelerometer devices. In some embodiments, accelerometer devices are used to verify correct placement of items in a loading, unloading, transport, or picking operation in a supply chain facility. 1. A method for verifying correct placement of items in at least a product sales supply chain facility , the method comprising , at a control circuit:receiving signals from at least two wearable accelerometer devices, at least one of said wearable accelerometer devices worn on each of opposing arms of a user, each accelerometer device configured to measure acceleration and direction;calibrating the wearable accelerometer devices when the wearable devices are at a calibration position having a first vertical level and first distance between accelerometers;calculating the location of each wearable accelerometer device in three dimensional space at least in part by using acceleration and direction information sent by each accelerometer device as the accelerometer devices move from the calibration position;identifying an item width when the wearable accelerometer devices are held a second distance apart for at least one second immediately following positioning of both wearable accelerometer devices at a pickup location having a known position relative to the calibration location and having a second vertical level; andreferencing a database to identify a destination corresponding to the item width.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising generating a notification if an angle between a vector representing movement of the accelerometer devices away from the pickup location and a vector from the pickup location to the identified destination exceeds a preselected angle.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising generating a notification if a time period between when the wearable accelerometer devices are at the pickup location and when the wearable accelerometer ...

PRODUCTIVITY EVALUATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Methods, systems and apparatus are provided that evaluates work productivity. Some embodiments provide a system comprising a workforce evaluation system comprising: a control circuit; and a memory storing computer instructions that when executed by the control circuit cause the control circuit to: identify a first work task and identify an amount of work performed in working on the first work task; identify a paired second work task paired with the first work task; predict an amount of work to be performed in working on the second task as a function of the amount of work performed in working on the first task; identify an amount of work that is performed in working on the second task; cause an anomaly notification to be generated when the amount of work performed in working on the second task is not within a threshold of the predicted amount of work to be performed. 1. A system operated at a shopping facility configured to evaluate work productivity , comprising: a control circuit; and', identify a first work task being performed or completed at a shopping facility and identify an amount of work performed by a workforce at the shopping facility in working on the first work task, wherein the first work task is one work task of multiple different work tasks intended to be performed at the shopping facility based at least in part on registered sales and shipment deliveries at the shopping facility, wherein the multiple different work tasks are to be performed by the workforce at the shopping facility;', 'identify a paired second work task that is paired with the first work task and wherein an amount of work to be performed for the paired second work task is specifically dependent on an amount of work performed for the first work task;', 'predict an amount of work to be performed in working on the second task as a function of the amount of work performed in working on the first task;', 'identify an amount of work that is performed by the workforce at the shopping ...

OUT OF STOCK ITEM TRACKING AT RETAIL SALES FACILITIES

In some embodiments, methods and systems of locating overstock items at a retail sales facility include receiving an indication that a product at the retail sales facility is out of stock and determining whether the product is located on a sales floor or in the stock room at the retail sales facility; then, in response to a determination that the product is not located on the sales floor or in the stock room, tracking a location of the product based on at least one inventory management factor associated with the retail sales facility and at least one worker task event associated with the product; and outputting to a worker at the retail sales facility, based on the tracking of the location of the at least one product, an indication of a perceived location of the least one product. 1. A method for assisting in the locating of out of stock items at a retail sales facility , the method comprising:receiving, an indication that at least one product at the retail sales facility is out of stock on a sales floor at the retail sales facility;determining, via an inventory management electronic device including a processor, that inventory management data indicates that the at least one product is not located on the sales floor and is not located in a stock room of the retail sales facility;tracking, via the inventory management electronic device, a location of the at least one product based on at least one inventory management factor associated with the retail sales facility and at least one worker task event associated with the at least one product; andoutputting, based on the tracking step and via the inventory management electronic device, an indication of a predicted location of the least one product to a user at the retail sales facility.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the receiving step includes inputting identifying information for the at least one product into at least one inventory management database and receiving a signal from the inventory database indicating ...

OVERSTOCK INVENTORY SORTING AT RETAIL SALES FACILITIES

In some embodiments, methods and systems of locating overstock items at a retail sales facility include receiving data when a worker of the retail sales facility scans a product case containing a product using an inventory management electronic device including a processor; obtaining at least one inventory management factor associated with the product; estimating whether the product is to be picked by the worker from a storage bin at a stock room location while packed in the product case or after being removed from the product case; and outputting, based on the estimating step, an indication to the worker either that the product is to be picked from the storage bin without being removed from the product case, or that that the product is to be picked from the storage bin after being removed from the product case. 1. A method of sorting overstock items at a retail sales facility , the method comprising:receiving data, via a worker of the retail sales facility scanning a product case containing at least one product using an inventory management electronic device including a processor;obtaining, using the inventory management electronic device, at least one inventory management factor associated with the at least one product;estimating, based on the at least one inventory management factor associated with the at least one product, whether the at least one product is to be picked by the worker from a storage bin at a stock room location of the retail sales facility while packed in the product case or after being removed from the product case;outputting, when the estimating step supports picking the at least one product from the storage bin while packed in the product case, an indication to the worker that the at least one product is to be picked from the storage bin without being removed from the product case; andoutputting, when the estimating step supports picking the at least one product in the storage bin after being removed from the product case, an indication to ...

OVERSTOCK INVENTORY MANAGEMENT AT RETAIL SALES FACILITIES

In some embodiments, methods and systems of sorting products at a retail sales facility include receiving identifying information associated with a product at the retail sales facility using an inventory management electronic device, obtaining a demand for the product from a time products identical to the product were delivered to the retail sales facility, calculating whether the demand for the product supports moving the product onto a sales floor of the retail sales facility or storing the product in a stock room of the retail sales facility, determining a characteristic for the product, and outputting, when the demand supports storing the product in the stock room, an indication to a worker at the retail sales facility that the product is to be stored in the stock room at a location selected based on the determined characteristic for the product. 1. A method of sorting products at a retail sales facility , the method comprising:receiving identifying information associated with at least one product at the retail sales facility using an inventory management electronic device including a processor;obtaining, using the inventory management electronic device, a demand for the at least one product from a time products identical to the at least one product were delivered to the retail sales facility;calculating, using the inventory management electronic device, whether the demand for the at least one product supports moving the at least one product onto a sales floor of the retail sales facility or storing the at least one product in a stock room of the retail sales facility;determining, using the inventory management electronic device, a characteristic for the at least one product; andoutputting, using the inventory management electronic device, when the demand supports storing the at least one product in the stock room, an indication to a worker at the retail sales facility that the at least one product is to be stored in the stock room at a location selected based ...

Injection Device and Assembly Method

The invention refers to an injection device comprising a housing () containing a cartridge () containing a medicament and a movable bung (), wherein the housing () comprises an inner thread (), a piston rod () for moving the bung () during dose dispensing, wherein the piston rod () comprises an outer thread () engaging the inner thread () of the housing () a bearing () at its end facing the bung (), and a driver () coupled to the piston rod () for driving the piston rod () during dose dispensing. In the unused delivery state of the device, the bearing () abuts the bung (). The invention further refers to an assembly method for such an injection device. 1. An injection device comprising{'b': 10', '20', '21', '10', '17, 'a housing () containing a cartridge () containing a medicament and a movable bung (), wherein the housing () comprises an inner thread (),'}{'b': 30', '21', '30', '31', '17', '10', '33', '21, 'a piston rod () for moving the bung () during dose dispensing, wherein the piston rod () comprises an outer thread () engaging the inner thread () of the housing () a bearing () at its end facing the bung (),'}{'b': 40', '30', '30, 'a driver () coupled to the piston rod () for driving the piston rod () during dose dispensing,'}{'b': 33', '21, 'wherein in the unused delivery state of the device, the bearing () abuts the bung ().'}24330414290. The injection device according to claim 1 , wherein the driver comprises a drive tube () which is directly coupled to the piston rod () and a drive sleeve ( claim 1 , ) which is coupled to a power reservoir ().3434142. The injection device according to claim 2 , wherein the drive tube () and the drive sleeve ( claim 2 , ) are permanently rotationally coupled to each other.4434142434142. The injection device according to claim 3 , wherein the drive tube () and the drive sleeve ( claim 3 , ) are coupled to each other by meshing gears claim 3 , such that the drive tube () and the drive sleeve ( claim 3 , ) rotate in opposite ...

ABSORBENT ARTICLES WITH CURVED ELASTICIZED LAMINATES

Absorbent articles having curved elasticized laminates and apparatuses and methods for forming such articles are disclosed. In one embodiment, an absorbent article having a front waist region, a crotch region, and a rear waist region may comprise a chassis comprising bodyside liner, an outer cover, an absorbent body. The article may further comprise a pair of elasticized laminates attached to the chassis to form elasticized leg cuffs. Each of the first pair of elasticized laminates may comprise a laminate material forming a fold and an elastomeric member disposed between the laminate material. Each of the first pair of elasticized laminates may be attached to the chassis such that the fold comprises an outermost longitudinal edge of the article throughout the crotch region, and the fold and the elastomeric member of each of the elasticized laminates may extend in a curving manner throughout the crotch region.

Systems and Methods for Detecting Missing Labels

Described in detail herein are methods and systems for detecting missing or miss positioned labels. The system can include a portable scanning device to scan machine-readable elements included on labels at a first and second location. The portable scanning device can detect the acceleration and the cumulative change between the first and second location. The portable scanning device or a computing system can determine the distance between the first and second location based on the acceleration data. The computing system can place a data point on a map of an estimated location of the location of the first scan and the location of the second scan. 1. A missing label detection system , the system comprising: a reader configured to read machine-readable elements and output identifiers encoded in the machine-readable elements;', 'an accelerometer configured to sense acceleration of the portable scanning device and output acceleration data corresponding to the sensed acceleration;', 'a memory to store the identifiers and the acceleration data; and', 'a controller operatively coupled to the reader, the accelerometer, and the memory, the controller configured to (i) control the reader to read a first one of the machine-readable elements disposed at a first location, (ii) control the reader to read a second one of the machine-readable elements disposed at a second location, and (iii) determines a cumulative change in the acceleration data from the first location to the second location as a result of movement of the portable scanning device from the first location to the second location and in response to the reading of the second one of the machine-readable elements; and, 'a portable scanning device, the portable scanning device comprisinga computing system in communication with the portable scanning device,wherein at least one of the controller or the computing system determines a relative distance travelled by the portable scanning device from the first location to the ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PAYING FOR GOODS AT A DOOR

Provided is a payment system for paying for goods at a door of a store. The system includes a purchase tunnel that has an entrance door or gate, an exit door or gate and a scanning device. The scanning device automatically scans and reads product identifying elements for all products within a cart. A biometric reader may be electronically coupled to the purchase tunnel, wherein the entrance door or gate opens in response to a customer inputting biometric data through the biometric reader. The system includes an entrance sensor coupled to the purchase tunnel to determine when a customer enters the purchase tunnel, wherein the entrance door or gate closes in response to the sensor determining that the customer entered the purchase tunnel. The system also includes a payment hub, wherein payment is automatically processed by the payment hub upon confirmation of scanning all of the products within the cart. 1. A payment system for paying for goods at a door of a store , the system comprising:a purchase tunnel comprising an entrance door or gate, an exit door or gate and a scanning device, wherein the scanning device automatically scans and reads product identifying elements for all products within a cart;a biometric reader electronically coupled to the purchase tunnel, wherein the entrance door or gate opens in response to a customer inputting biometric data through the biometric reader;an entrance sensor coupled to the purchase tunnel to determine when a customer enters the purchase tunnel, wherein the entrance door or gate close in response to the sensor determining that the customer entered the purchase tunnel; anda payment hub, wherein payment is automatically processed by the payment hub upon confirmation of scanning all of the products within the cart.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the biometric reader comprises one or more of a handprint scanner claim 1 , palm scanner claim 1 , finger print scanner claim 1 , a retinal scanner claim 1 , facial scanner claim 1 , ...

Stock level indication apparatus and method

In some embodiments, apparatuses and methods are provided herein useful to provide a visual indication of a weight of products stocked on a display assembly, such as a shelf of a shelving unit. The visual indication is provided by virtue of the display assembly having a product support member that sequentially flattens as additional weight is added thereto. A laser device can be mounted proximate to the assembly and oriented to determine a distance to the product support member and a control circuit can be configured to receive the distance and analyze the distance to determine a deflection of the product support member to determine a current stock level.

WEARABLE CARDIAC ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY MEASUREMENT DEVICES, SOFTWARE, SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Disclosed are wearable devices, such as rings and bracelets, for monitoring and diagnosing cardiovascular conditions of a wearer, along with related systems, algorithms and methods. The disclosed wearable devices can continuously monitor the wearer's cardiovascular status by measuring heart rate, motion, blood oxygenation, and/or other properties of the wearer. Disclosed wearable devices can further comprise three EKG electrodes, including a first electrode on the inner surface adapted to detect a signal from the finger/wrist, a second electrode on the outer surface adapted to detect a cardiovascular signal from a finger of the opposing hand, and a third electrode on the outer surface of the frame adapted to detect a cardiovascular signal from a EKG lead location on the wearer's chest or leg. The wearable devices can be linked wirelessly to a mobile device that the person can interact with, and can further be linked to other distributed system components and healthcare providers. 1. A wrist band for cardiovascular measurement , comprising:a frame configured to be worn around a wrist of a wearer, the frame having an inner surface that faces the wrist and an outer surface that faces away from the wrist;a first electrode on the inner surface of the frame, wherein the first electrode detects a cardiovascular signal from the wrist;a second electrode positioned on a first portion of the outer surface of the frame, wherein the second electrode detects a cardiovascular signal from a finger of the wearer when the finger is touched against the second sensor while the wrist band is worn on the wrist, the finger being part of an arm of the wearer that does not include the wrist; anda third electrode positioned on a second portion of the outer surface of the frame, the second side being opposite from the first side such that the wrist is between the second and third electrodes, wherein the third electrode detects a cardiovascular signal from a EKG lead location on the wearer's ...

Injection Device

The invention refers to an injection device comprising a housing (), a dose setting member () being operable in a first direction to set a desired dose to be dispensed, and a piston rod () being adapted to cooperate with a piston so as to cause a set dose to be injected from a cartridge (). Further, a first part () and a second part () of the injection device are provided, which are adapted to perform a relative rotational movement with respect to each other during dispensing of a dose, and which are adapted to provide a non-visual feedback signal to a user only at the end of dispensing of a set dose. The dose setting member () is further operable in a second direction which is opposite to the first direction to cancel a set dose. A third part () is movable between a dose setting or cancelling position and a dose dispensing position relative to the first part () and/or the second part (), which third part () contacts the first part () and/or the second part () in its dose setting or cancelling position or in its dose dispensing position. 1. An injection device comprising{'b': 10', '340', '410, 'a housing (; ; ),'}{'b': 60', '80', '350', '420', '440, 'a dose setting member (, ; ; , ) being operable in a first direction to set a desired dose to be dispensed,'}{'b': 30', '530', '170, 'a piston rod (; ) being adapted to cooperate with a piston so as to cause a set dose to be injected from a cartridge (), and'}{'b': 123', '300', '480', '114', '310', '490, 'a first part (; ; ) and a second part (; ; ) of the injection device, which are adapted to perform a relative rotational movement with respect to each other during dispensing of a dose, and which are adapted to provide a non-visual feedback signal to a user only at the end of dispensing of a set dose,'}{'b': 60', '80', '350', '420', '440, 'wherein the dose setting member (, ; ; , ) is further operable in a second direction which is opposite to the first direction to cancel a set dose,'}{'b': 100', '212', '320', '460', ...

Injection Device

The invention refers to an injection device comprising a housing (), a resilient member () adapted to provide a force necessary for ejecting a dose from the injection device, and a dose setting member () operatively connected to a dose indicator () which is positioned within the housing (). The dose setting member () and the dose indicator () cooperate to set the dose to be ejected from the injection device. The dose indicator (), during dose setting, is adapted to undergo a mere rotational movement within the housing () and relative to the housing (). 31104901041010410. The injection device according to or , further comprising a gauge element (; ) which is rotationally constrained to the housing (; ) and axially displaceable relative to the housing (; ).411049012048011049012048010410. The injection device according to claim 3 , wherein the gauge element (; ) is in threaded engagement with the dose indicator (; ) such that rotation of the dose indicator causes an axial displacement of the gauge element (; ) relative to the dose indicator (; ) and relative to the housing (; ).5120480110490111120480110490120480111. The injection device according to or claim 3 , wherein the dose indicator (; ) is marked with a sequence of numbers or symbols claim 3 , wherein the gauge element (; ) comprises an aperture or window () claim 3 , and wherein the dose indicator (; ) is located radially inwards of the gauge element (; ) claim 3 , such that at least one of the numbers or symbols on the dose indicator (; ) is visible through the aperture or window ().690. The injection device according to any of the preceding claims claim 3 , wherein the resilient member () is a torsion spring which is strained during dose setting.7122110. The injection device according to any of the preceding claims claim 3 , comprising a limiter mechanism ( claim 3 , ) defining a maximum settable dose and a minimum settable dose.8122120110120110. The injection device according to to and claim 3 , wherein the ...

FLEXIBLE ELECTRODE FOR CARDIAC SENSING AND METHOD FOR MAKING

An electrode for cardiac signal sensing includes an intermediate layer, an iridium-containing layer, an iridium oxide layer, an insulating polymer layer, and a conductive layer formed on a flexible polymer substrate. The intermediate metal layer has a first portion and a second portion, and is formed on the conductive layer. The iridium-containing layer includes at least 50 wt. % iridium and has a first portion and a second portion, and is formed on the first portion of the intermediate metal layer. The iridium oxide layer is formed on the first portion of the iridium-containing layer. The insulating polymer layer is formed on the second portion of the intermediate metal layer and the second portion of the iridium-containing layer. The iridium-containing layer is not formed on the second portion of the intermediate metal layer; and the iridium oxide layer is not formed on the second portion of the iridium-containing layer. 1. An electrode for cardiac signal sensing , the electrode including:a conductive layer formed on a portion of a flexible polymer substrate;an intermediate metal layer having a first portion and a second portion and formed on the conductive layer;an iridium-containing layer having a first portion and a second portion and formed on the first portion of the intermediate metal layer, wherein the iridium-containing layer includes at least 50 wt. % iridium;an iridium oxide layer formed on the first portion of the iridium-containing layer; andan insulating polymer layer formed on the second portion of the intermediate metal layer, and the second portion of the iridium-containing layer,wherein the iridium-containing layer is not formed on the second portion of the intermediate metal layer; and the iridium oxide layer is not formed on the second portion of the iridium-containing layer.2. The electrode of claim 1 , wherein the iridium-containing layer consists of between 50 wt. % and 99 wt. % iridium claim 1 , and the balance is platinum.3. The electrode ...

Drug Delivery Device

The present disclosure is generally directed to a drug delivery device for selecting and dispensing a number of user variable doses of a medicament. The device comprises a housing and at least two separate component parts, wherein for example at least one of these component parts performs a movement relative to the housing during dose setting and for example at least one of these component parts performs a movement relative to the housing during dose dispensing, and wherein the relative movement of the at least two separate component parts with respect to each other during dose setting differs from the relative movement of the at least two separate component parts with respect to each other during dose dispensing. The device further comprises a monitoring device, wherein at least one component part of the device is diaphanous to allow optical detection of the movements of the at least two separate component parts relative to the housing, relative to the monitoring device and/or relative to each other during dose setting and/or during dose dispensing by the monitoring device. 115-. (canceled)16. A drug delivery device for selecting and dispensing a number of user variable doses of a medicament , the device comprising:a housing;a monitoring device; andat least two separate component parts which move relative to each other during dose setting or during dose dispensing,wherein the relative movement of the at least two separate component parts during dose setting differs from the relative movement of the at least two separate component parts during dose dispensing,wherein at least one diaphanous component part of the device is at least partially translucent or transparent to allow optical detection, by the monitoring device, of the movements of the at least two separate component parts relative to the housing, relative to the monitoring device or relative to each other during dose setting or during dose dispensing.17. The drug delivery device according to claim 16 , ...

Drug Delivery Device

The disclosure refers to an injection device for automatic spring driven injection of a liquid drug by which doses of an individual size can be set by a user. The injection device comprises a housing defining an interior space and having a longitudinal window, a rotatable dose dial axially retained in relation to the housing, a rotatable scale drum carrying indicia for indicating the size of the set dose, wherein the scale drum is functionally coupled to the dose dial to rotate when the dose dial is rotated to set a dose, a sliding element provided with a sliding window, which sliding element is adapted to slide axially in relation to the housing during dose setting, and through which sliding window the indicia carried by the scale drum is visible. The longitudinal window and the sliding window in combination with the indicia form a dose size display. The scale drum rotates within the interior space defined by the housing during dose setting. The inner surface of the sliding element is provided with an internal feature engaging an external thread provided on the outer surface of the scale drum The sliding element is further axially guided in the housing such that the sliding element moves axially when the scale drum is rotated. A drive spring is attached to the scale drum with one end and to the housing with another end such that relative rotation between the scale drum and the housing charges the drive spring.

Drug Delivery Device

The disclosure is generally directed to a drug delivery device for selecting and dispensing a number of user variable doses of a medicament. The device comprises a housing having a proximal end and an opposite distal end, a dose setting member rotatable relative to the housing during dose setting and during dose dispensing, and an axially compressible torsion spring which is rotationally and axially constrained with a first end to the housing. The device further comprises a spring collar, which is rotationally constrained to the dose setting member and axially displaceable thereto between a proximal dose setting position and a distal dose dispensing position. The torsion spring is rotationally constrained with a second, opposite end to the dose setting member via the spring collar, and the torsion spring biases the spring collar into its dose setting position. 115-. (canceled)16. A drug delivery device for selecting and dispensing a number of user variable doses of a medicament , the device comprising:a housing having a proximal end and an opposite distal end,a dose setting member rotatable relative to the housing during dose setting and during dose dispensing,an axially compressible torsion spring having a first end that is rotationally and axially constrained with respect to the housing; anda spring collar which is rotationally constrained with respect to the dose setting member and axially displaceable relative to the dose setting member between a proximal dose setting position and a distal dose dispensing position, wherein the torsion spring has a second end, opposite the first end, that is rotationally constrained with respect to the spring collar, and the torsion spring biases the spring collar into its dose setting position.17. The drug delivery device according to claim 16 , wherein the device further comprises a driver which is axially displaceable relative to the housing between a proximal dose setting position and a distal dose dispensing position claim ...

SYSTEMS, DEVICES, AND METHODS FOR AUTOMATICALLY TRIGGERING UNSOLICITED EVENTS IN RESPONSE TO DETECTION OF USERS

Methodologies, systems, and computer-readable media are provided for automatically triggering predictive events in a facility in response to user detection. Once an individual enters or approaches a facility, location and identification data can be received from a mobile device associated with the individual. The location of the individual and the individual's identity can be determined, and a computing system can access an account associated with the individual. The computing system can trigger the a predictive event, such as the preparation of a product that the individual is likely to purchase, and a notification can be sent to the individual's mobile device once the predictive event is complete. The predictive event can be based on the individual's previous purchase or service history. 1. A system for automatically triggering predictive events in a facility in response to user detection , the system comprising: (i) determine that the location data associated with the mobile device corresponds to a facility location known to the remote computing system;', '(ii) identify an individual associated with the mobile device based on the identification data;', '(iii) automatically access an account associated with the individual upon identifying the individual, the account including previous activity data of the individual; and', '(iv) transmit instructions to trigger a predictive event at a facility based on the location data and the previous activity data; and, '(a) a remote computing system configured to receive location data and identification data associated with a mobile device, the remote computing system configured to (i) receive the instructions from the remote computing system;', '(ii) determine whether to approve the instructions based on contemporaneously determined factors associated with the facility;', '(iii) automatically trigger the predictive event in response to approval of the instructions; and', '(iv) transmit a notification to the mobile device in ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MANAGEMENT OF PERPETUAL INVENTORY VALUES BASED UPON CUSTOMER PRODUCT PURCHASES

A data structure programmatically links the first product to a second product. The second product is historically purchased by the customer whenever the customer has also purchased the first product. A determination is made as to whether the customer purchased the second product together with the first product based upon the sales data. When the customer has failed to purchase the second product with the first product, instructions are transmitted to the retail store over the network to perform a verification that the second product is out-of-stock. An outcome of the verification from the retail store is received via the network. A determination is made as to a level of certainty that the second product is actually out-of-stock based upon an analysis of the sales data and the outcome of the verification. When the level of certainty exceeds a predetermined threshold, the PI value is adjusted to zero. 1. A system that is configured to adjust perpetual inventory (PI) values of products , the system comprisinga retail store;a plurality of shelving units in the retail store, the plurality of shelving units presenting products;a sales capture device disposed at the retail store, the sales capture device configured to collect sales data related to a first product purchased by a customer at the retail store;a transceiver circuit, the transceiver circuit being disposed at the retail store and coupled to the sales capture device, the transceiver circuit configured to transmit the sales data related to the first product purchased by a customer at the retail store;a network coupled to the transceiver circuit;an interface coupled to the network, the interface configured to receive the sales data from the transceiver circuit via the network, the interface disposed at a central processing center;a database that includes a data structure, the data structure programmatically linking the first product to a second product, the second product being historically purchased by the ...

Systems and methods for determining stocking locations of products having more than one stocking location on a sales floor

In some embodiments, methods and systems for determining stocking locations of products having more than one stocking location on a sales floor of a retail facility include an electronic inventory management database that stores product identification data indicating an identify of one or more products at the retail facility and product location data indicating a stocking location of the products on the sales floor of the retail facility. An electronic inventory management device including a processor-based control circuit is configured to correlate the product identification data and the product location data stored in the electronic inventory management database, determine that one or more products are stocked in first and second stocking locations on the sales floor of the retail facility, track worker task events associated with the products, and determine whether the product is to be stocked or was stocked at the first or second stocking location.

OBJECT DETECTION USING AUTONOMOUS ROBOT DEVICES

Described in detail herein are methods and systems for detecting absent physical objects using autonomous robot devices. In exemplary embodiments, the system includes shelving units disposed throughout a facility storing sets of physical objects. A first set of machine readable representations can be disposed on the front surface of the shelving unit and a second set of machine readable representations can be disposed on the back wall of the shelving unit. The first and second set of machine readable representations can be encoded with identifiers associated with the sets of physical objects. An autonomous robot device can be configured to detect and read a first set of machine-readable representations in response to successfully detecting and reading the second set of machine readable representations the autonomous robot device can determine the absence of a set of like physical objects. 1. An autonomous distributed computing system for use in a facility , the facility including at least one shelving unit having a first set of machine-readable representations disposed along a front face of a shelf of the shelving unit and a second set of machine-readable representations disposed along a front surface of a back wall of the shelving unit above the front face and vertically aligned with the first set of machine-readable representations such that when physical objects are disposed on the shelf the first set of machine-readable representations are visible and the second set of machine-readable representations are obscured by the physical objects , the system comprising:an autonomous robot device, the autonomous robot device including a controller, a drive motor, and an optical scanning machine,the autonomous robot device configured to (i) roam autonomously through the facility in response to operation of the drive motor by the controller, (ii) detect via the optical scanner, at a first location along the shelf, a first machine-readable representation from the first set ...

Systems and methods for determining crowd traffic by detecting debris in floor mats

Described in detail herein are methods and systems for determining crowd traffic in a facility by detecting debris on floor mats. The system can include floor mats disposed in a facility to collect debris from objects passing over the floor mats. A computing system can detect and estimate the amount of objects causing the debris on the floor mat. The computing system can estimate the amount of objects entering and exiting the facility based on the quantity of objects passing over the floor mats.

ABSORBENT ARTICLES WITH CURVED ELASTICIZED LAMINATES

Absorbent articles having curved elasticized laminates and apparatuses and methods for forming such articles are disclosed. In one embodiment a method of forming an article may comprise moving absorbent assemblies and elasticized laminates in the machine direction. The method may further comprise oscillating the elasticized laminates in the cross-machine direction to impart a curvature, bonding the elasticized laminates to the absorbent assemblies while maintaining the imparted curvature such that at least a portion of the elasticized laminates are disposed outboard of longitudinal side edges of the absorbent assemblies, and finally separating the absorbent assemblies into individual absorbent articles, where the elasticized laminates extend in a curving manner throughout the absorbent articles. 1. A method of forming an absorbent article comprising:{'claim-text': ['a bodyside liner,', 'an outer cover, and', 'an absorbent body disposed between the bodyside liner and the outer cover, the absorbent body having a length in the machine direction that is greater than a width in a cross-machine direction;'], '#text': 'moving a stream of connected absorbent assemblies in a machine direction, the absorbent assemblies comprising:'}{'claim-text': ['a laminate material comprising a fold to form a laminate material top layer and a laminate material bottom layer, and', 'an elastomeric member disposed between the laminate material top layer and the laminate material bottom layer;'], '#text': 'moving a first pair of elasticized laminates in the machine direction, each of the first pair of elasticized laminates comprising:'}oscillating, with a laminate oscillating device, each of the first pair of elasticized laminates in the cross-machine direction to impart a curvature to each of the first pair of elasticized laminates, the oscillation occurring within a single plane;bonding each of the first pair of elasticized laminates to the stream of connected absorbent assemblies while ...

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR DIRECTING EMPLOYEE MOVEMENT

Described is a system for directing employee movement to maintain a minimum distance between any two employees on a sales floor, and maximize employee coverage on the sales floor. The system includes a first mobile computing device carried by a first employee. The first mobile computing device includes a proximity detection module that detects the proximity of a second mobile computing device carried by a second employee. If it is determined that the distance between the first and the second employee is too small, the first mobile computing device will output a motion direction instruction to the first employee, telling the first employee to change direction, thus increasing the distance between the first and the second employee. The mobile computing devices can be in communication with a base station that receives proximity information and helps coordinate employee coverage and motion direction instructions. 1. A mobile computing device for directing motion , the mobile computing device comprising:a proximity detection module, wherein the mobile computing device for directing motion is a first mobile computing device, and wherein the proximity detection module receives a coverage signal transmitted by a second mobile computing device;a motion detection module, wherein the motion detection module detects whether the first mobile computing device and/or the second mobile computing device are in motion;and the proximity detection module receiving the coverage signal transmitted by the second mobile computing device; and', 'the motion detection module detecting the first mobile computing device and the second mobile computing device are both in motion; and, 'a direction module, wherein the direction module outputs a motion direction instruction in response towherein the direction module does not output the motion direction instruction when one of the first mobile computing device and the second computing device are not in motion.2. The mobile computing device of claim ...

Dynamic radiative thermal management of spacecraft

A method includes coupling a radiator panel assembly to a component, and conducting heat from the component via a thermally conductive hinge into at least one base radiator panel in the radiator panel assembly. The method further includes placing the at least one base radiator panel in a position to radiate a fraction of the heat into space through a surface of the at least one base radiator panel, and dynamically varying the position of the at least one base radiator panel to vary an amount of heat loss through the at least one base radiator panel to regulate a temperature of the component.

PEN-TYPE DRUG INJECTION DEVICE AND DOSE SETTING LIMITER MECHANISM THEREFOR

The present invention relates to a pen type drug delivery device having a dose setting limiter mechanism. The mechanism comprises a housing (), a dose setting member (), which during dose setting rotates relative to the housing () in a first direction and which during dose dispensing rotates relative to the housing () in a second opposite direction, and a limiting element () limiting the rotational movement of the dose setting member between a zero dose position and a maximum dose position. The limiting element () is rotationally constrained but axially displaceable relative to one of the housing () or the dose setting member () and is movable helically () relative to the other of the housing ()or the dose setting member (). These movements have end stops () limiting the relative movement of the limiting element () and thus the dose setting member. 1103040405010304040103040406060103040405053103040405053545560. Limiter mechanism for an injection device , the mechanism comprising a housing ( , , ; ′) , a dose setting member () , which during dose setting rotates relative to the housing ( , , ; ′) in a first direction and which during dose dispensing rotates relative to the housing ( , , ; ′) in a second opposite direction , and a limiting element () limiting the rotational movement of the dose setting member between a zero dose position and a maximum dose position , wherein the limiting element () is movable on a first path axially displaceable relative to one of the housing ( , , ; ′) or the dose setting member () and is movable on a second , helical path () relative to the other of the housing ( , , ; ′) or the dose setting member () , and wherein at least one of one of the first path and the second path () has an end stop ( , ) limiting the relative movement of the limiting element ().26050606110304040. Limiter mechanism according to claim 1 , wherein the limiting element () is a nut with an internal thread engaging an external thread on the dose setting member () ...

Vehicle Analysis System and Associated Methods

A vehicle analysis system including one or more weight sensors positioned to determine a weight of a vehicle within a pre-defined geographic location in the vicinity of a location of interest is described. The vehicle analysis system acquires data related to vehicles visiting the location of interest that may be saved in a database to provide further insight into individual's visiting the location of interest. 1. A vehicle analysis system , comprising:one or more weight sensors positioned to determine a weight of a vehicle, each of the one or more weight sensors associated with a pre-defined geographic location in the vicinity of a location of interest; and a location database storing the pre-defined geographic location of each of the one or more weight sensors;', 'a processor; and', detect an arrival time of the vehicle at the pre-defined geographic location based on a detectable vehicle weight occurring at the pre-defined geographic location;', 'determine an arrival weight of the vehicle based on vehicle weight data generated by the one or more weight sensors at the arrival time;', 'detect an exit of one or more occupants from the vehicle based on an identified reduction in the determined vehicle arrival weight to an unoccupied weight, an exit weight equaling the amount of the reduction from the arrival weight to the unoccupied weight;', 'estimate a number of occupants of the vehicle based on the exit weight; and', 'add at least one of the vehicle arrival time, arrival weight and estimated number of occupants to a stored set of data associated with a location at which the one or more weight sensors are located., 'a memory, the memory including instructions for a weight analysis module that, when executed by the processor, cause the weight analysis subsystem to], 'a weight analysis subsystem in electronic communication with and configured to receive vehicle weight data from the one or more weight sensors, the weight analysis subsystem including2. The vehicle ...

SYSTEMS, DEVICES, AND METHODS FOR MOTION DETECTION USING AN AIR CURTAIN

Methodologies, systems, and computer-readable media are provided for detection motion using an air curtain. An air flow source generates an air curtain that can rotate an airfoil located downstream of the air flow source. The airfoil contains an RF reflective material, and a sensor can detect RF reflections from the airfoil. The sensor communicates data associated with the RF energy reflections detected from the airfoil to a computing device that can compare this data against a reflection threshold value. The computing device can determine whether an object has obstructed the air curtain if the reflections detected by the sensor decrease below the reflection threshold value. The computing device can also compute a number of objects passing through the air curtain during a specified period of time. 1. A motion detection system comprising:an air flow source configured to generate an air curtain;a rotatable airfoil located at least partially downstream of the air flow source and containing an RF reflective material, wherein the air curtain causes the airfoil to rotate;a sensor configured to detect RF reflections from the airfoil, the sensor further including a communication interface configured to transmit data associated with the detected reflections; and compare reflections detected by the sensor against a reflection threshold value;', 'determine that an object has obstructed the air curtain in response to reflections detected by the sensor decreasing below the reflection threshold value;', 'compute a number of objects passing through the air curtain during a specified period of time in response to reflections detected by the sensor decreasing below the reflection threshold value; and', 'compare the number computed against traffic data collected from a computing terminal., 'a computing device equipped with a processor, the computing device configured to receive the transmitted data from the sensor and execute a reflection analysis module, wherein the reflection ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR USE IN FORECASTING CHANGES IN SALES

In some embodiments, apparatuses and methods are provided to forecast expected sales and/or demand for one or more products at one or more retail shopping facilities. Some embodiments include systems to forecast retail sales, comprising: a network transceiver; a forecast control circuit; and a memory storing computer instructions executed by the control circuit that receives, via the network transceiver from at least one third party service unassociated with retail shopping facilities and accessed over a distributed computer network, reservation data corresponding with people traveling during a future period of time to a geographic region that is within a threshold distance from a first retail shopping facility; and forecasts expected sales, during the future period of time associated with the reservation data, of at least a first set of products at the first retail shopping facility as a function of the reservation data. 1. A system to forecast retail sales , comprising:a network transceiver coupled to communicate over a distributed computer network;a forecast control circuit; anda memory coupled to the forecast control circuit and storing computer instructions that when executed by the forecast control circuit cause the forecast control circuit to:access reservation data corresponding with people traveling during a future period of time via the network transceiver;access, by the forecast control circuit via the distributed computer network, additional data from multiple different and geographically distributed Internet of Things;access a first set of rules to be applied to the reservation data;apply the first set of rules to the reservation data to identify a first retail shopping facility corresponding to a forecasted geographic region corresponding to a subset of the reservation data;access a second set of rules and apply the second set of rules to identify a portion of the additional data obtained from the Internet of Things that are associated with the ...

Task-Indicating Shelf

A task-indicating shelf that includes a supporting surface for supporting one or more physical objects and one or more visual indicators associated with the shelf and indicative of a task to be performed with respect to the one or more physical objects is described. The task-indicating shelf includes a docking station electrically coupled to the one or more visual indicators and configured to receive a handheld device. Docking the handheld device within the docking station powers an electric circuit between the handheld device and the one or more visual indicators to selectively energize or de-energize the one or more visual indicators.

Vehicle Suspension Measurement System and Associated Methods

A vehicle suspension measurement system that allows for tracking of customer traffic at a retail environment, and for determining whether items were purchased by a customer during their visit to the retail environment is discussed. Using a passive sensor-based system, data may be gathered by visually analyzing a vehicle's suspension system upon entry to the retail environment and again upon exit from the retail environment. A comparison of the entry and exit images may be performed to determine the degree of engagement of the vehicle suspension system and thereby provide an indicator as to whether the customer in the vehicle has made a purchase. 2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the one or more measurement values indicative of the entry suspension load and the one or more measurement values indicative of the exit suspension load are measured as a distance from a wheel of the vehicle to a wheel opening for the wheel in the body of the vehicle.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the one or more measurement values indicative of the entry suspension load and the one or more measurement values indicative of the exit suspension load are measured as a distance from a center of the wheel of the vehicle to a top of the wheel opening for the wheel in the body of the vehicle.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the predetermined geographic area is a parking lot associated with the retail environment.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the predetermined geographic area is at least one of a gas station area claim 1 , a vehicle repair area claim 1 , a pharmacy area claim 1 , a grocery area claim 1 , or a pick-up area claim 1 , associated with the retail environment.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the one or more sensors further include a scale and the processing device is configured to execute instructions to obtain measurements of an entry weight of the vehicle taken by the scale upon entry of the vehicle into the predetermined geographic area.7. The system of claim 6 , wherein ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF ENABLING RETAIL SHOPPING WHILE DISABLING COMPONENTS BASED ON LOCATION

In some embodiments, systems provide a customized retail shopping experience, comprising: a plurality of active shutter glasses systems (SGS) each comprising controllable lenses, wherein a first SGS is controlled to operate at a first frame profile to make a first content visible to a first customer, and a second SGS is controlled to operate at a different second frame profile to make a second content visible to the second customer; and a control circuit configured to: identify that the first SGS is located beyond a first threshold corresponding to the shopping facility; and cause the first SGS to be disabled when beyond the first threshold. 1. A system providing a customized retail shopping experience , comprising:a plurality of active shutter glasses systems (SGS) each comprising controllable lenses, wherein each of the SGS is configured to selectively control rates of when one or both of the lenses are opaque and when one or both of the lenses are transparent, wherein a first SGS of the plurality of SGSs is associated with a first customer while at the shopping facility and a second SGS of the plurality of SGSs is associated with a second customer while at the shopping facility; wherein the first SGS operates at a first frame profile at which the first SGS is to make a first content, intended for the first customer, visible to the first customer, and the second SGS operates at a different second frame profile at which the second SGS is to make a second content, intended for the second customer, visible to the second customer; wherein the first SGS based on the first frame profile prevents the first customer from seeing the second content and the second SGS based on the second frame profile prevents the second customer from seeing the first content; and identify that the first SGS is located beyond a first threshold corresponding to the shopping facility; and', 'cause the first SGS to be disabled when beyond the first threshold., 'a control circuit coupled with ...

Cart Inventory System and Associated Methods

An example cart inventory system and associated methods are described. The example cart inventory system includes a cart and a detection system. The cart includes a frame, and a shelf movably mounted to the frame and configured to be positioned between an extended position and a folded position. A top surface and a rear surface of the shelf include first and second identifiers, respectively. The detection system is configured to detect the first identifier when the shelf is in the extended position and detect the second identifier when the shelf is positioned in the folded position. In the extended position, the top surface is oriented upwards relative to horizontal and the rear surface is disposed against the frame. In the folded position, the rear surface is oriented upwards relative to horizontal.

WEARABLE CARDIAC ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY MEASUREMENT DEVICES, SOFTWARE, SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Disclosed are wearable devices, such as rings and bracelets, for monitoring and diagnosing cardiovascular conditions of a wearer, along with related systems, algorithms and methods. The disclosed wearable devices can continuously monitor the wearer's cardiovascular status by measuring heart rate, motion, blood oxygenation, and/or other properties of the wearer. Disclosed wearable devices can further comprise three EKG electrodes, including a first electrode on the inner surface adapted to detect a signal from the finger/wrist, a second electrode on the outer surface adapted to detect a cardiovascular signal from a finger of the opposing hand, and a third electrode on the outer surface of the frame adapted to detect a cardiovascular signal from a EKG lead location on the wearer's chest or leg. The wearable devices can be linked wirelessly to a mobile device that the person can interact with, and can further be linked to other distributed system components and healthcare providers. 1. A wearable band comprising:a frame configured to be worn around a first body part of a person, the frame having an inner surface that faces the first body part and an outer surface that faces away from the first body part;a first electrode on the inner surface of the frame, the first electrode adapted to detect a cardiovascular signal from the first body part;a second electrode on the outer surface of the frame, the second electrode adapted to detect a cardiovascular signal from a second body part of the wearer, on which the band is not worn, when the second body part is touched against the second sensor; anda third electrode on the outer surface of the frame, generally opposite from the second electrode, the third electrode adapted to detect a cardiovascular signal from a EKG lead location on the wearer's body, apart from the first and second body parts, when the third electrode is touched against the EKG lead location while being worn on the first body part.2. The wearable band of ...

Injection device

The invention refers to a handheld injection device comprising a housing ( 10; 210; 410 ), a piston rod ( 30; 230; 530 ), defining a first longitudinal axis (I) and located within the housing ( 10; 210; 410 ), a driver ( 40; 241, 242; 500 ) coupled to the piston rod ( 30; 230; 530 ), a dose setting means ( 60, 70 ), which is rotatable about a second longitudinal axis (II) during dose setting, and optionally a power reservoir ( 90; 290; 10 ) for driving the driver ( 40; 241, 242; 500 ) and/or a release clutch ( 15, 45; 300; 06 ) preventing rotation of the driver ( 40; 241, 242; 500 ) during dose setting and allowing rotation of the driver ( 40; 241, 242; 500 ) during dose dispensing. The first longitudinal axis (I) is spaced from the second longitudinal axis (II).

RATCHET MECHANISM AND INJECTION DEVICE

The present disclosure relates to a ratchet mechanism and to an injection device for expelling of a number of preset or user-selectable doses of a medicament. The ratchet mechanism comprises a housing and a ratchet member that is circularly shaped and rotationally supported relative to the housing. The ratchet member comprises a ratchet surface, a plurality of ratchet features on the ratchet surface, and one or more intermediate ratchet sections on the ratchet surface extending between the plurality of ratchet features. The ratchet mechanism further comprises a counter ratchet member that is circularly shaped, coaxially arranged relative to the ratchet member, rotatable relative to the ratchet member at least along a first sense of rotation, and rotationally supported relative to the housing. The counter ratchet member comprises a counter ratchet surface, a plurality of counter ratchet features on the counter ratchet surface, and one or more intermediate counter ratchet sections. 115-. (canceled)16. A ratchet mechanism configured for an injection device , the ratchet mechanism comprising:a housing; a ratchet surface,', 'a plurality of ratchet features on the ratchet surface, and', 'one or more intermediate ratchet sections on the ratchet surface extending between the plurality of ratchet features; and, 'a ratchet member that is circularly shaped and rotationally supported relative to the housing, the ratchet member comprising a counter ratchet surface,', 'a plurality of counter ratchet features on the counter ratchet surface, and', 'one or more intermediate counter ratchet sections on the counter ratchet surface extending between the plurality of counter ratchet features,, 'a counter ratchet member that is circularly shaped, coaxially arranged relative to the ratchet member, rotatable relative to the ratchet member at least along a first sense of rotation, and rotationally supported relative to the housing, the counter ratchet member comprising application of at ...

CONSUMER DEMAND-BASED INVENTORY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

In some embodiments, methods and systems of managing products at a retail sales facility include scanning a product in a stocking cart at the retail sales facility using a hand-held electronic device including a processor. At least two of the following three functions may be performed based on the scanning of the product. First, the stocking cart may be audited by comparing scanned data to data contained in an inventory management database. Second, a determination of whether the item is on a pick list may be made, which may include determining a demand for the scanned product to arrive at a decision whether to store the product in the stock room or place it on a shelf on the sales floor. Third, if the item is to be stored in the stock room, a determination of whether identical items are stored in bins in the stock room may be made. 1. An apparatus for evaluating whether products are to be binned into stock room bins at a retail facility or displayed on a sales floor of the retail sales facility , the apparatus comprising:a reader configured to scan the products at the retail sales facility; and receive data, from a scan of at least one product marked for binning into a stock room storage bin, by a worker at the retail sales facility using a hand-held electronic device including a processor to facilitate a determination of whether at least one product is to be binned into the stock room storage bin or displayed on the sales floor;', 'obtain a number of products identical to the scanned at least one product delivered to the retail facility in a last delivery;', 'obtain a number of the products identical to the scanned at least one product that were binned in the stock room of the retail sales facility since the last delivery;', 'obtain a number of the products identical to the scanned at least one product that are marked for binning in the stock room;', 'obtain a demand for the products identical to the scanned at least one product since the last delivery;', 'output, ...

Systems and Methods for Autonomous Assistance and Routing

An example customer assistance system and associated methods are described. The example customer assistance system includes a shopping cart, a customer assistance unit mounted on the shopping cart, and a location system disposed remotely from the shopping cart and the customer assistance unit. The customer assistance unit includes a light source oriented upwards relative to horizontal, and an actuator for actuating the light source into an illumination position. In the illumination position, the light source projects a light beam over the shopping cart. The locating system includes at least one image capturing device configured to scan a ceiling for the light beam and to determine a source location of the shopping cart based on a ceiling location of the light beam. 1. A customer assistance system , comprising:a shopping cart;a customer assistance unit mounted on the shopping cart, the customer assistance unit including (i) a light source oriented upwards relative to horizontal when the customer assistance unit is mounted on the shopping cart, and (ii) an actuator for actuating the light source into an illumination position, wherein actuation of the light source into the illumination position projects a light beam over the shopping cart; anda locating system disposed remotely from the shopping cart and the customer assistance unit, the locating system comprising at least one image capturing device configured to scan a ceiling for the light beam and to determine a source location of the shopping cart based on a ceiling location of the light beam.2. The customer assistance system of claim 1 , wherein the customer assistance unit comprises an audible signal source claim 1 , and wherein actuation of the light source into the illumination position with the actuator simultaneously actuates the audible signal source to output an audible signal.3. The customer assistance system of claim 1 , wherein the light source is configured to project the light beam in one or more ...

SENSOR SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ANALYZING PRODUCE

Sensor systems, methods and machine readable medium are provided for a sensor system for analyzing the ripeness of produce items. 1. A system for determining ripeness of produce , the system comprising:a server configured with a produce analysis module;a database; and sense data indicating a ripeness level of produce items scanned at the POS system,', 'transmit the sensed data to the server along with a timestamp indicating at least one of a time and date when the data was sensed,, 'a sensor disposed at a point-of-sale (POS) system, the sensor configured to store the sensed data and the timestamp in the database,', 'analyze a plurality of sensed data in the database, the plurality of sensed data indicative of ripeness of produce, to determine a customer-preferred ripeness level for a produce item for at least one of a particular time and date, and', 'generate a report for inventory management based on the customer-preferred ripeness level, the report including information for stocking inventory based on the customer-preferred ripeness level and at least one of a time and date for stocking., 'wherein the produce analysis module is configured to2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the sensor is a spectrometer to measure gaseous properties emitted by the produce item.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the sensor is a spectrometer to measure light reflected by the produce item.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the server is further configured to determine a SKU number based on the sensed data to identify a corresponding produce item.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the produce analysis module is further configured to compare the sensed data to predefined criteria to determine a discrete value for the customer-preferred ripeness level.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the produce analysis module is further configured to generate a sales forecast based on the customer-preferred ripeness level for a produce item over a period of time.7. A method for determining ripeness ...

Shopping Cart Deflection Measurement System and Associated Methods

A shopping cart deflection measurement system and associated methods are described. The shopping cart deflection measurement system includes a shopping cart, a sensor, and a processing device equipped with a processor. The shopping cart includes a frame, a basket portion pivotably mounted to the frame so as to enable deflection of at least one edge of the basket portion downward in the direction of gravity following a weight being placed in the basket portion, and a lower rack portion mounted to the frame and disposed below the basket portion. The processing device can be configured to execute instructions to measure deflection of the basket portion relative to the lower rack portion of the shopping cart using data acquired by the sensor. The measured deflection can be indicative of a fullness of the basket portion with one or more products. 2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the sensor includes at least one camera.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein deflection is measured as a change in a distance between a lower surface of the basket portion and an upper surface of the lower rack portion.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the processing device is configured to execute instructions to:measure an initial height between the basket portion and the lower rack portion based on at least one image obtained by the camera prior to a placement of the weight into the basket portion, andmeasure a subsequent height between the basket portion and the lower rack portion based on at least a second image obtained by the camera after the placement of the weight into the basket portion.5. The system of claim 4 , wherein a difference between the subsequent height and the initial height between the basket portion and the lower rack portion corresponds to the deflection of the basket portion relative to the lower rack portion.6. The system of claim 5 , wherein changes in the deflection of the basket portion relative to the lower rack portion are interpreted by the processing device as ...

Vehicle Identification System and Associated Methods

A vehicle identification system that includes exhaust emissions sensors that identify a vehicle type based on detected exhaust emission profiles and further determines vehicle stay duration and related metrics is discussed. Additional audio sensors may be used to further identify a change in load on the vehicle due to purchases made at the retail facility. The exhaust emission profiles detected by the vehicle identification system can be correlated with transaction data for the customer to determine the exact items purchased by the customer. 1. A vehicle identification system , comprising:one or more exhaust emissions sensors positioned to detect a first exhaust emission of a vehicle; and a location database storing a geographic location of each of the one or more exhaust emissions sensors,', 'an exhaust profile database storing a plurality of known exhaust emission profiles, each of the plurality of known exhaust emission profiles associated with a known vehicle type,', 'a processor in a processing device, and', determine a first detected exhaust emission profile from the data associated with the detected first exhaust emission,', 'identify one of the plurality of known exhaust emission profiles stored in the exhaust profile database as a corresponding profile to the first detected exhaust emission profile,', 'determine a vehicle type associated with the corresponding profile as the vehicle type for the vehicle, and', 'add the vehicle type to a stored set of data associated with a location at which the first exhaust emission was detected., 'a memory, the memory including instructions for an emissions analysis module that, when executed by the processor, cause the emissions analysis system to], 'an emissions analysis system in electronic communication with and configured to receive data associated with the detected first exhaust emission from the one or more exhaust emissions sensors, the emissions analysis system including2. The vehicle identification system of ...

System and Methods for Identifying an Action Based on Sound Detection

Described in detail herein are methods and systems for identifying actions based on detected sounds in a facility. An array of microphones can be disposed in a facility. The microphones can detect various sounds and encode the sounds in an electrical signal and transmit the sounds to a computing system. The computing system can determine the sound signature of each sound and based on the sound signature the chronological order of the sounds and the time interval in between the sounds the computing system can determine the action being performed causing the sounds. 1. A system for identifying actions based on detected sounds , the system comprising:an array of microphones disposed in a first area of a facility, the microphones being configured to detect sounds and output time varying electrical signals upon detection of the sounds; and receive the time varying electrical signals from microphones;', 'identify the sounds detected by the microphones based on the time varying electric signals;', 'determine time intervals between the sounds encoded in the time varying electrical signals;', 'identify an action that produced at least some of the sounds in response to identifying the sounds and determining the time intervals between the sounds; and', 'issue an alert based on the action., 'a computing system operatively coupled to the microphones and a data storage device, the computing system programmed to2. The system in claim 1 , wherein the microphones are further configured to detect intensities of the sounds and encode the intensities of the sounds in the time varying electrical signals.3. The system in claim 2 , wherein the computing system is further programmed to determine a distance between at least one of the microphones and an origin of at least one of the sounds based on the intensity of the at least one of the sounds detected by at least a subset of the microphones claim 2 , the subset including the at least one of the microphones.4. The system in claim 1 , ...

System and Methods for Estimating Storage Capacity and Identifying Actions Based on Sound Detection

Described in detail herein are methods and systems for estimating storage capacity of a storage unit disposed in a facility based on echoes detected by microphones. The microphones can detect sounds generated in the warehouse and reflected off the storage unit structures. The microphones detect the intensity of the sounds. The microphones can encode the sounds and the intensity of the sounds in time-varying electrical signals and transmit the time-varying electrical signals to a computing system. The computing system can decode the sounds and the intensity of the sounds from the time-varying electrical signals and estimate storage capacity of a storage unit from which the sounds reflected off of based on the intensity of the sounds. 1. A storage capacity estimation and action identification system , comprising:an array of microphones disposed in an area of a facility that includes a plurality of storage units, the microphones being configured to detect sounds in the area and to detect reflections of the sounds from at least one of the plurality of storage units, the microphones being configured to output time varying electrical signals upon detection of the arbitrary sounds and the reflections; anda computing system operatively coupled to the array of microphones, the computing system programmed to:receive the time varying electrical signals associated with the arbitrary sounds and the reflections;determine which of the arbitrary sounds correspond to each of the reflections; andestimate an available capacity of the at least one storage unit based on a relationship of the arbitrary sounds to the reflections corresponding to the sounds.2. The system in claim 1 , wherein the microphones are further configured to detect intensities of the sounds and the reflections of the sounds and encode the intensities of the sounds and the reflections of the sounds in the time varying electrical signals.3. The system in claim 2 , wherein the computing system further comprising a ...

Dynamic Projection System

Described in detail herein are methods and systems for dynamic projection. The dynamic projection system includes a projector configured to project a first set of information associated with a set of like physical objects onto a front portion of a shelving unit. The first set of information includes an image of a machine-readable element encoded with an identifier associated with the set of like physical objects. An optical scanner can scan and decode the identifier from the image of the machine-readable element. The optical scanner can transmit the identifier or location of the scanner to a computing system The computing system can further control an output of the projector to dynamically project the second set of information associated with the set of like physical objects onto the front portion of the shelving unit receiving the identifier or location of the optical scanner. 1. A dynamic projection system comprising:a projector configured to project a first set of information associated with a set of like physical objects onto a front portion of a shelving unit, wherein the first set of information includes an image of a machine-readable element encoded with an identifier associated with the set of like physical objectsan optical scanner configured to scan the image of the machine-readable element and decode the identifier from the machine-readable element; anda computing system communicatively coupled to the projector and the optical scanner, the computing system programmed to: query a database using the identifier to retrieve a second set of information associated with the set of like physical objects; and control an output of the projector to dynamically project the second set of information associated with the set of like physical objects onto the front portion of the shelving unit in place of the first set of information associated with the set of like physical objects in response to the optical scanner scanning the image of the machine-readable element.2. ...