Abstract: A layer pad (10) comprises a substantially flat sheet (12) having first and second opposite substantially planar faces (14, 16). The layer pad (10) further includes at least one raised formation (18) on at least one of the faces (14, 16).

Abstract: A gaming device comprises a display, a processor, and a memory storing (a) reel strip data defining a set of reel strips, each reel of the set of reel strips comprising prize value symbols and non-prize value symbols, wherein at least one reel strip of the set of reel strips comprises a designated symbol and (b) instructions.

Abstract: A ratchet spool (59) for use in a winding assembly (16) is disclosed. The ratchet spool (59) is rotatable about a principal axis (61). The ratchet spool (59) comprises a main part (20) and a plurality of ratchet teeth (60) arranged circumferentially around the main part (20). The ratchet teeth (60) are engageable by a ratchet arrangement (18) for driving the ratchet spool (59) in a driving direction about said principal axis (61). The ratchet spool (59) also has a drive formation (21) for driving the ratchet spool (59) in said driving direction.

Abstract: A data normalization system receives a first string and a second string that are ordered according to an initial string ordering. The data normalization system analyzes, the first string and the second string based on a list of known character sets included in surnames, yielding an analysis, and determines, based on the analysis, that a set of characters in the second string matches a known character set included in the list of known character sets included in surnames. In response to determining that the set of characters in the second string matches a known character set included in the list of known character sets included in surname, the data normalization system orders the first string and the second string according to an updated string ordering.

Abstract: A brake operating arrangement (18) comprises a cam member (22) operable on a brake mechanism (36) for braking a wheel (34). The brake mechanism (36) is movable between a braking condition and a non-braking condition. The cam member (22) is rotatable to move the brake mechanism (36) to the braking condition. The brake operating arrangement (18) further includes a drive member (44) movable in drive and return directions; and a ratchet mechanism (46) to rotate the cam member (22) when the drive member (44) is moved in the drive direction. The ratchet mechanism (46) is connected to the drive member (44) and the cam member (22).

Abstract: A hinge assembly (15) comprises a first part (12) having a first hinge member (16), and a second part (14) having a second hinge member (18). The first and first and second hinge members (16, 18) form a pivot arrangement (20) to allow the first part (12) to pivot relative to the second part (14). A hinge pin (22) extends across the pivot arrangement (20), thereby pivotally attaching the first part (12) to the second part (14). The hinge pin (22) and the pivot arrangement (20) include a securing arrangement (26) to inhibit extraction of the hinge pin (22) from the pivot arrangement (20).

Abstract: A lid arrangement (20) comprises first and second lids (22) for use in a container (12) comprising a wall arrangement (16). Each lid (22) is movable between open and closed positions. Each lid (22) comprises opposite first and second edges (124, 126), and a plurality of rib formations (132) extending transverse to the aforesaid edges (124, 126). When the first and second lids (22) are In the closed positions, the rib formations (132) of the first lid (22) overlap the rib formations (132) of the second lid (22), so that each rib formation (132) of the first lid (22) extends parallel to, and alongside, a corresponding rib formation (132) of the second lid (22) to provide a line of support (S) that extends across the lid arrangement (20) from the first edge (124) of the first lid (22) to the first edge (124) of the second lid (22).

Abstract: A layer pad (10) comprises a substantially flat sheet (12) having first and second opposite substantially planar faces (14, 16). The layer pad (10) further includes at least one raised formation (18) on at least one of the faces (14, 16).

Abstract: A layer pad (10) comprises a substantially flat sheet (12) having first and second opposite substantially planar faces (14, 16). The layer pad (10) further includes at least one raised formation (18) on at least one of the faces (14, 16).

Abstract: A container (10) having a base (12) is disclosed. The container (10) also has an upstanding side wall (14) extending upwardly from the base (12). The base (12) has an upper face (16) and a lower face (18). The base (12) defines an external recess (20) in extending upwardly from the lower face (18). The container (10) further includes a mesh formation in the recess (20). A lid (110) for a container (1100) is also disclosed. The lid (110) comprises a first surface (118) facing in a first direction. The lid (110) also has a second surface opposite the first surface (118). The lid (110) has a rim arrangement (111) comprising a holding formation (122) having a curved convexity (126A) facing in a second direction away from the first direction. The holding formation (122) comprises a plurality of spaced retaining members (128) on said convexity (126A).

Abstract: A lid arrangement (20) comprises first and second lids (22) for use in a container (12) comprising a wall arrangement (16). Each lid (22) is movable between open and closed positions. Each lid (22) comprises opposite first and second edges (124, 126), and a plurality of rib formations (132) extending transverse to the aforesaid edges (124, 126). When the first and second lids (22) are In the closed positions, the rib formations (132) of the first lid (22) overlap the rib formations (132) of the second lid (22), so that each rib formation (132) of the first lid (22) extends parallel to, and alongside, a corresponding rib formation (132) of the second lid (22) to provide a line of support (S) that extends across the lid arrangement (20) from the first edge (124) of the first lid (22) to the first edge (124) of the second lid (22).

Abstract: A container (10) having a base (12) is disclosed. The container (10) also has an upstanding side wall (14) extending upwardly from the base (12). The base (12) has an upper face (16) and a lower face (18). The base (12) defines an external recess (20) in extending upwardly from the lower face (18). The container (10) further includes a mesh formation in the recess (20). A lid (110) for a container (1100) is also disclosed. The lid (110) comprises a first surface (118) facing in a first direction. The lid (110) also has a second surface opposite the first surface (118). The lid (110) has a rim arrangement (111) comprising a holding formation (122) having a curved convexity (126A) facing in a second direction away from the first direction. The holding formation (122) comprises a plurality of spaced retaining members (128) on said convexity (126A).

Abstract: A data normalization system receives a first string and a second string that are ordered according to an initial string ordering. The data normalization system analyzes, the first string and the second string based on a list of known character sets included in surnames, yielding an analysis, and determines, based on the analysis, that a set of characters in the second string matches a known character set included in the list of known character sets included in surnames. In response to determining that the set of characters in the second string matches a known character set included in the list of known character sets included in surname, the data normalization system orders the first string and the second string according to an updated string ordering.

Abstract: A data normalization system receives a first string and a second string that are ordered according to an initial string ordering. The data normalization system analyzes, the first string and the second string based on a list of known character sets included in surnames, yielding an analysis, and determines, based on the analysis, that a set of characters in the second string matches a known character set included in the list of known character sets included in surnames. In response to determining that the set of characters in the second string matches a known character set included in the list of known character sets included in surname, the data normalization system orders the first string and the second string according to an updated string ordering.

Abstract: A layer pad (10) comprises a substantially flat sheet (12) having first and second opposite substantially planar faces (14, 16). The layer pad (10) further includes at least one raised formation (18) on at least one of the faces (14, 16).

Abstract: A data normalization system that normalizes data that includes user names is disclosed herein. The data normalization system converts, using a metaphone algorithm, a first string into a first metaphone string, and a second string into a second metaphone string. The data normalization system searches, based on the first metaphone string and the second metaphone string, a name index including a listing of metaphone strings representing common names and probabilities that the common names are either a given name or a surname. The data normalization system determines, based on searching the name index, a confidence score indicating a confidence level that the first string represents the given name and the second string represents the surname. The data normalization system determines that the confidence score meets or exceeds a threshold confidence score, and in response, determines that the first string represents the given name and the second string represents the surname.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for repairing and/or reinforcing a Boiling Water Reactor (BWR) jet pump riser pipe. The repair includes attaching two collars to the riser pipe using match drilling to drill holes through the collars and the riser pipe and plugging the holes with expandable plugs. Support columns are attached to the collars. Brace supports are slideably attached to the support columns. Gaps between each brace support and its respective collar are then narrowed as ratchet bolts may apply a force that pulls downward on an upper collar and pulls upward on a lower collar, thereby exerting a compression force on the riser pipe. A clamp assembly may also be located between the two collars that applies a hoop force on the riser pipe.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for repairing and/or reinforcing a Boiling Water Reactor (BWR) jet pump riser pipe. The repair includes attaching two collars to the riser pipe using match drilling to drill holes through the collars and the riser pipe and plugging the holes with expandable plugs. Support columns are attached to the collars. Brace supports are slideably attached to the support columns. Gaps between each brace support and its respective collar are then narrowed as ratchet bolts may apply a force that pulls downward on an upper collar and pulls upward on a lower collar, thereby exerting a compression force on the riser pipe. A clamp assembly may also be located between the two collars that applies a hoop force on the riser pipe.