Abstract: The present invention relates to methods, devices and systems for associating consumable data with an assay consumable used in a biological assay. Provided are assay systems and associated consumables, wherein the assay system adjusts one or more steps of an assay protocol based on consumable data specific for that consumable. Various types of consumable data are described, as well as methods of using such data in the conduct of an assay by an assay system. The present invention also relates to consumables (e.g., kits and reagent containers), software, data deployable bundles, computer-readable media, loading carts, instruments, systems, and methods, for performing automated biological assays.

Abstract: Embodiments of the disclosure are directed to methods and systems for selecting targets for an advertisement campaign. A method may comprise adjusting one or more slider axes that control selection methods, wherein the selection methods may comprise using target demographic data, target behavioral data, filtering criteria, and/or ranking criteria. Then, an analysis application may complete analysis using the input adjustments to determine a selection of potential targets. The analysis application may be operable to complete multiple methods of analysis (or selection), wherein the user may have input and/or control over the use of the methods.

Abstract: Embodiments of the disclosure are directed to a two-axis slider graphical user interface system and method. A work station may comprise a processor, non-transitory memory, and an application that when executed by the processor, displays a graphical user interface comprising a two-axis slider within a two-dimensional space that is bounded by a first axis and a second axis, the first axis and second axis corresponding with a first selection method and second selection method, respectively. The work station receives, via the two-axis slider, an adjustment and input criteria that are sent to a server. The work station automatically receives selection of a weighted portion for each of the two selection methods and receives a selection of a defined number of mobile devise corresponding to each weighted portion, and feedback is dynamically displayed on the graphical user interface.

Abstract: Embodiments of the disclosure are directed to methods and systems for selecting targets for an advertisement campaign. A method may comprise adjusting one or more slider axes that control selection methods, wherein the selection methods may comprise using target demographic data, target behavioral data, filtering criteria, and/or ranking criteria. Then, an analysis application may complete analysis using the input adjustments to determine a selection of potential targets. The analysis application may be operable to complete multiple methods of analysis (or selection), wherein the user may have input and/or control over the use of the methods.

Abstract: This invention allows efficient tagging and normalization of DNA molecules prior to pooling and characterization using parallel DNA sequencing (e.g., commercially available 454 sequencers). The invention provides novel ways to process independent DNA samples (sources) so that similar numbers of molecules from each source are represented in the pool (i.e., the pool is normalized for representation among the sources). These approaches would save researchers time and energy relative to approaches currently available. In other embodiments, the invention provides novel ways to process large numbers of independently derived DNA samples that can be uniquely tagged in ways that allow the source of the DNA (e.g., an individual) to be tracked. The invention also provides novel ways for processing DNA to consistently obtain various portions of the genome to compare DNA sequences and directly measure mutations using state of the art massively parallel DNA sequencing (e.g.

Abstract: A microelectronic multilayer ceramic package combines a high temperature cofired ceramic (HTCC) module or carrier with a low temperature cofired ceramic (LTCC) module or carrier using a bonding interface layer of electrically nonconductive epoxy having electrically conductive regions for providing electrical interconnection between carriers. The bonding layer also has regions of thermally conductive material for interfacing heat sources on one carrier with heat dissipators on another carrier. The bonding layer also has apertures which allow prominent structures extending from one carrier to pass though and into a corresponding cavity in another carrier.

Abstract: A semiconductor package comprises a ceramic base component, a plurality of bonding pads of an electrically conductive metallic material, first and second electrically conductive buses, a signal shielding component which contains first and second electrically conductive plates electrically insulated from each other by a high temperature dielectric material wherein the shielding component is bonded to the base component outward of the bonding pad and the buses. A layer of a dielectric material covers the surface of the shielding component and a glass frit is bonded to the layer of dielectric material. The frit has the leads that extend from a metallic lead frame embedded in its outer surface. The leads, the dielectric layer and the signal shielding component are in substantial alignment The leads are electrically connected to the bonding pad and the first and second electrically conductive layers are connected to the first and second electrically conductive buses.

Abstract: A sensor assembly to be carried on an aircraft or spacecraft which will travel along an arbitrary flight path, for providing an image of terrain over which the craft travels. The assembly includes a main linear sensor array and a plurality of auxiliary sensor arrays oriented parallel to, and at respectively different distances from, the main array. By comparing the image signals produced by the main sensor array with those produced by each auxiliary array, information relating to variations in velocity of the craft carrying the assembly can be obtained. The signals from each auxiliary array will provide information relating to a respectively different frequency range.

Abstract: A sealable hermetic microchip package includes a vent therein that permits gas to escape during the sealing operation, but then itself is sealed at the completion of the sealing operation to render the package hermetic. The venting of gas from the interior of the package avoids the buildup of internal pressure during the sealing operation that can introduce bubbles and other faults into the sealing material. The vent may be a channel in the sealing surface of the lid of the package that is initially open, and then fills with the seal material as it flows to effect the seal. The vent may also be a hole in the lid that is sealed by the flow of a bead of the seal material. An equivalent approach to venting provided that the lid be mounted on standoffs that flow during sealing to permit the lid to settle onto the base of the package.

Abstract: The apparatus includes a vibratory drum mounted for rotation about its axis with a vibratory device mounted upon a framework overlying the drum, with a fluid dispensing cylinder mounted overlying the vibratory drum to minimize adhering of the cement in a non-hardened form upon the drum. The drum includes a pattern series of blades for imparting a predetermined pattern upon the cement surface, wherein the invention further includes the drum formed with a series of through-extending apertures extending through the drum to define a matrix of apertures therethrough for reception of fastener bosses mounted to bottom surfaces of randomly shaped blades to enable positioning of blades in any predetermined pattern upon the drum surface.

Abstract: A pin grid array package includes an electrically insulating, moisture impervious base having a plurality of bores therethrough, electrically conducting pins extending through the bores, metallic collars wedged between the pins and the bores adjacent the bottom side of the base, an electrically conducting trace formed of a silver-2 percent platinum alloy extending from each pin to the location for attachment of an electrical device, and a melted eutectic bond between the metal of the conducting path and the head of the pin at the top side of the base.

Abstract: Described are detergent-compatible antistatic compositions produced by the at least partial complexing of certain anionic complexing components and particles of an intimate mixture of quarternary ammonium compounds and organic dispersion inhibitor materials. The complex formed, which is relatively water-impenetrable and insoluble, constitutes at least 25% of the surfaces of the particulate detergent additive of this invention. These compositions provide static control benefits in laundering operations at reduced antistatic levels.

Abstract: Detergent-compatible antistatic compositions produced by the at least partial complexing of certain anionic complexing components and quaternary ammonium compounds are described. The complex formed, which is relatively water-impenetrable and insoluble constitutes at least 25% of the surfaces of the particulate detergent additive of this invention. These compositions provide static control benefits in laundering operations at reduced antistatic levels.

Abstract: Detergent-compatible antistatic compositions are described containing, as discrete particles, a water-soluble inorganic salt encapsulated in an organic dispersion inhibitor material. These compositions deliver through-the-wash static control benefits and are relatively inexpensive. Also described are detergent compositions containing the antistatic particles.

Abstract: A mixture of certain alkyl glyceryl ethers with ethoxylated nonionic surfactants provides a surfactant combination having a particularly good ability to remove greasy and oily materials from fabrics of many kinds.

Abstract: Described are low or no phosphate heavy-duty detergent compositions containing alkali metal, alkaline earth metal or ammonium salicylates as corrosion inhibitors. Preferably, the corrosion inhibitor herein is sodium salicylate. The detergent compositions preferably are unbuilt, liquid compositions and contain an anionic/nonionic surfactant mixture.

Abstract: A laundry article providing fabric softening and static control benefits in a laundry dryer consists essentially of a water-insoluble substrate carrying an intimate mixture of a quaternary ammonium fabric softening and antistatic compound and a dispersion inhibitor. In the method aspect of this invention, the article is added to the automatic washer and is subsequently carried into the dryer with the fabrics where it provides fabric softening and static control benefits.

Abstract: Compounds of the general formula ##STR1## wherein R is an alkyl or alkenyl group of from 8 to 16 carbon atoms or an alkaryl group having an alkyl chain of from 5 to 13 carbon atoms and n is a number from 1 to 6, are surfactant compounds having especial utility as grease and oil removing surfactants. The compounds can be utilized in built or unbuilt detergent compositions, either as the sole surfactant or as one component of a surfactant mixture.

Abstract: A laundry article utilizing a water-insoluble substrate is disclosed. This article is added to the automatic washer, and is subsequently carried into the dryer with the fabrics in order to provide cleaning, fabric softening and static control benefits. A method for obtaining cleaning and static control benefits, using these articles, is also disclosed.