Abstract: A multi-functional, space-saving, and economical furniture item, made of wood, that converts shape and function to provide storage, seating, a desk-top workspace, and a countertop-height workspace. The furniture item is a bench that provides seating and has a flap that can be “actioned” (folded down) to provide a table for writing. The bench is integrally formed in a unitary structure that affords multimodal transformation and practicality for ease-of-use and desired functional range. By lifting the bench seat clockwise and lowering the backrest, the furniture item transforms into a countertop or a desktop workspace. Undoing the said steps transforms the countertop back to the bench.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally compositions and methods of using the same for the treatment of proteinopathies (e.g. Alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency, Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, and Huntington's disease) with one or more proteotoxicity reducing agents.

Abstract: A humidifying system having a housing one or more water filters in fluid communication with a water source, a water purifier in fluid communication with the water filters, and a water storage tank in fluid communication with the water purifier. The system further includes a water reservoir in fluid communication with the water purifier and the water storage tank, a sterilizer in communication with water carried by the water storage tank, and a dispensing line that extends to a position external to the housing. The system yet further includes a dry mist generator to generate a dry mist using water from the water storage tank, an ozone generator to generate ozone to be mixed with the dry mist and expelled from the housing via the dispensing line. The system further includes a system controller in communication with the sterilizer, the dry mist generator, and the ozone generator.

Abstract: A multi-functional, space-saving, and economical furniture item, made of wood, that converts shape and function to provide storage, seating, a desk-top workspace, and a countertop-height workspace. The furniture item is a bench that provides seating and has a flap that can be “actioned” (folded down) to provide a table for writing. The bench is integrally formed in a unitary structure that affords multimodal transformation and practicality for ease-of-use and desired functional range. By lifting the bench seat clockwise and lowering the backrest, the furniture item transforms into a countertop or a desktop workspace. Undoing the said steps transforms the countertop back to the bench.

Abstract: The system of the present invention is for treating surfaces and airborne particles comprising. The system includes an exterior housing and an enclosed water storage tank mounted inside the exterior housing to store water. The system may also include a dry mist generator mounted on a water float to position the dry mist generator below a surface of the water stored in the enclosed water storage tank. The system may further include an air blower having an outlet connected to water storage tank above a predetermined water level. The system may still further include an oxygen tank having an outlet, and an ozone generator connected to the outlet of the oxygen tank, The system may also include a regulator and flow meter connected to the outlet of the oxygen tank and having an inlet conduit to the ozone generator to regulate a flow of oxygen into the ozone generator.

Abstract: A process for sanitizing and/or disinfecting porous and solid surfaces and airborne particles in ambient air by killing bacteria and viruses, including the steps of: providing an enclosed water storage tank having a predetermined maximum water surface level, generating ultrasonically with an ultrasonic oscillator mounted slightly below the water level in the water storage tank, a dry mist that is forced into a blending chamber above said water level in said water storage tank; an air blower with an airflow outlet connected into said water storage tank, and above the tank maximum water level, and an ozone generator outlet connected into said water storage tank for providing a predetermined amount of ozone, above the water level, into the water storage tank during operation, creating an ozone-saturated dry mist. The ozone dissolves in the dry mist and forms a saturated or super-saturated dry mist created in the water storage tank.

Abstract: A system for determining operating conditions of a rotating biological contactor includes a sensor including a first end coupleable to the gearbox assembly of the rotating biological contactor at a radial distance from a rotation axis of a rotatable shaft. The rotatable shaft rotates a plurality of media elements about the rotation axis to treat water within a basin of the rotating biological contactor. The sensor also includes a second end coupleable to a brace to prevent rotation of the sensor and the gearbox assembly when the rotatable shaft is rotated. The sensor further includes a body extending between the first end and the second end. The sensor is configured to detect a load on the body when the rotatable shaft is rotated. The system further includes a controller communicatively coupled to the sensor. The controller is configured to determine a torque of the rotatable shaft based on the load detected by the sensor.

Abstract: A system for determining operating conditions of a rotating biological contactor includes a sensor including a first end coupleable to the gearbox assembly of the rotating biological contactor at a radial distance from a rotation axis of a rotatable shaft. The rotatable shaft rotates a plurality of media elements about the rotation axis to treat water within a basin of the rotating biological contactor. The sensor also includes a second end coupleable to a brace to prevent rotation of the sensor and the gearbox assembly when the rotatable shaft is rotated. The sensor further includes a body extending between the first end and the second end. The sensor is configured to detect a load on the body when the rotatable shaft is rotated. The system further includes a controller communicatively coupled to the sensor. The controller is configured to determine a torque of the rotatable shaft based on the load detected by the sensor.

Abstract: An embodiment in accordance with the present invention provides a system and method for image analysis and processing. The present invention provides a software package for processing AFM data. More particularly it can be used for characterizing carbon nanotubes found within AFM images, though it does offer editing features that are general in nature. Its features are split amongst five menus, one button, and four data panels. The software package can be used to determine physical characteristics related to the imaged subject, such as, for instance length data for imaged carbon nanotubes.

Abstract: An embodiment in accordance with the present invention provides a system and method for image analysis and processing. The present invention provides a software package for processing AFM data. More particularly it can be used for characterizing carbon nanotubes found within AFM images, though it does offer editing features that are general in nature. Its features are split amongst five menus, one button, and four data panels. The software package can be used to determine physical characteristics related to the imaged subject, such as, for instance length data for imaged carbon nanotubes.

Abstract: An embodiment in accordance with the present invention provides a system and method for image analysis and processing. The present invention provides a software package for processing AFM data. More particularly it can be used for characterizing carbon nanotubes found within AFM images, though it does offer editing features that are general in nature. Its features are split amongst five menus, one button, and four data panels. The software package can be used to determine physical characteristics related to the imaged subject, such as, for instance length data for imaged carbon nanotubes.

Abstract: The embodiments described herein relate to a modeling system that defines index categories and uses model variables for analyzing successful or non-successful implementation. Data Driven Placemaking (DDP) provides evidence-based support to stakeholders (including designers, decision makers, policy makers, academics, and community members) for the purposes of improving designs for cities (and groupings of city regions and subsets of urban regions), via the collection, storage, transformation, analysis, and visualization of data relating to index categories and model variables.

Abstract: Removable and replaceable cushion coverings for eyeglass nose pads are disclosed that are constructed of a cushion substrate at least partially enclosed in at least a first layer of cloth material having an elasticized opening that slips over the nose pad and between the nose pad and the eye glass guard arm such that the elasticized opening contracts in a perimeter around the attachment point that connects the nose pad to the guard arm of the eyeglass frame. The cushion coverings can be manufactured in various sizes to accommodate various nose pad shapes and sizes.

Abstract: Methods and systems for trading fixed-payoff derivative contracts between two or more parties based on the movement of one or more underlying financial instruments. Specifically, win, lose or draw positions for or against the occurrence of a designated price event above an underlying financial instrument's spot price before the occurrence of a designated price event below an underlying financial instrument's spot price, or vice versa, with respect to a designated time period. If neither designated price event occurs with respect to the designated time period, no loss of position is incurred by either party. Methods and systems include American-style and European-style contracts, transferable positions, multiple underlying financial instruments within the same contract, asymmetric time periods within the same contract and expirationless time periods.

Abstract: Optional wagers for casino-style card games are disclosed wherein the wages are rewarded based on the number of times a predetermined set of cards is dealt among all qualifying initial sets of cards dealt for any given round of play.

Abstract: An embodiment in accordance with the present invention provides a system and method for image analysis and processing. The present invention provides a software package for processing AFM data. More particularly it can be used for characterizing carbon nanotubes found within AFM images, though it does offer editing features that are general in nature. Its features are split amongst five menus, one button, and four data panels. The software package can be used to determine physical characteristics related to the imaged subject, such as, for instance length data for imaged carbon nanotubes.

Abstract: Techniques for analyzing one or more protein structures. In one aspect of the invention, the technique comprises the following steps. A normalized second-order hydrophobic moment is determined for a protein structure. The normalized second-order hydrophobic moment is then used for analysis of the protein structure. A scoring function in accordance with the normalized second-order hydrophobic moment for the protein structure may be determined. A score for the protein structure may then be generated using the scoring function. The scoring function may represent an integral of the normalized second-order hydrophobic moment. The scores may be generated for a plurality of protein structures. The scores generated for the plurality of protein structures may then be compared.

Abstract: An interface apparatus for multifunctional gaming platform is provided. The interface apparatus couples a host device featuring a display and a gaming accessory. The host device is configured to generate at least one set of host-data. At least one set of host-data is selected from the group consisting of: a change of color of a display of the host-device; a variation of intensity of color of the display of the host-device; a sequence of flashing patterns generated by the display of the host-device; and a change of a background theme of the display of the host-device. The host data is used to enable the operation of the gaming accessory.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus are provided to allow Internet Key Exchange (IKE) phase 1 keying materials to be periodically refreshed in a secure manner without requiring user interaction. A client and server perform authentication and key exchange during set up of a secure connection. A token is passed to the client by the server during or after the initial user authentication phase. The token is stored both at the client and at the server. Instead of requiring user credentials, the token can be used to securely prove the identity of the client.

Abstract: Techniques for analyzing protein structures, such as a tertiary protein structure, are provided. A centroid of the residue centroids is calculated. The centroid of the residue centroids is used as a spatial origin of a global linear hydrophobic moment. The correlation between residue centroid magnitude and residue solvent accessibility is enhanced. The global linear hydrophobic moment is defined, wherein each of the residue centroids contributes a magnitude and direction to the global linear hydrophobic moment. A method for comparing at least two tertiary protein structures is also disclosed.