Abstract: A paver-perimeter taping tool has a frame with a mounting surface and a peripheral edge. A tape-roll support post mounts to the frame and supports a roll of tape. A tape roller mounted to the frame has a rotatable applicator surface that extends beyond the frame's peripheral edge. Tape may extend from the roll of tape to the applicator surface. A wheel mounts to the frame. A handle attaches to the frame and extends to an operator handle end that an operator may grasp to push the tool adjacent a perimeter of pavers. The tool may apply a layer of tape to the paver perimeter, which is adjacent the top surface of the pavers. When particulate is applied to the top surface of the pavers the grout is held in the gaps between adjacent pavers at the perimeter thereof.

Abstract: The paver moving tool (10) includes a suction head (12), a shaft (24) secured to the suction head (12), a lift-handle (30) secured to a top end (28) of the shaft (24), and one of a first and a second rechargeable vacuum power pack (34, 50) operably coupled in fluid communication with the suction head (12) for selectively applying a vacuum force through the suction head (12) to an adjacent paver (20). The rechargeable vacuum power packs (34, 50) are supported on either the shaft (24), the lift handle (30) or on a backpack (53) on an operator of the self-powered paver moving tool (10) while the operator is using the tool (10).

Abstract: Autonomous operation of a mobile retailing computing system. In one aspect of the invention, an onboard server situated in a public transportation vehicle establishes communication with a plurality of client devices each client device displaying products offered for sale from multiple different merchants and coordinates a purchase transaction in which payment is accepted in exchange for a products from a plurality of the different merchants. Customer information, purchased product information, and payment information is obtained from each of the plurality of client devices. Communication is established with a payment integration server over a wide-area network connection to enable processing of payment transactions with a plurality of different acquiring banks corresponding to different ones of the plurality of merchants.

Abstract: Provided herein are methods for refolding proteins. The methods involve covalently modifying a denatured protein with a nonproteinaceous polymer and then renaturing the modified protein.

Abstract: Provided herein are methods for refolding proteins. The methods involve covalently modifying a denatured protein with a nonproteinaceous polymer and then renaturing the modified protein.

Abstract: The present invention provides the crystal structure of BACE-1 complexed with both an active site inhibitor and an exosite peptide containing the core sequence YPYFI. The crystal structure shows the exosite peptide bound to the BACE-1 exosite and identifies a novel peptide binding site on the surface of the BACE-1. The invention also provides the residues that make up the exosite binding site within 6.0 ? of any exosite peptide atom which are: E316, K317, F318, P319, F322, G325, E326, Q327, L328, V329, C330, W331, Q332, A333, T335, D372, V373, A374, S376, D378, D379, C380, Y381.

Abstract: A system and method for providing information to a control system for regulating the formulation of a meat product is disclosed. The control system may receive information prescribing the formulation of the meat product, analyze characteristics of incoming constituent streams, and adjust the flows based on the final product formulation. The control system may further provide feedback regarding the final product formulation relative to the incoming constituent streams.

Abstract: A system and method for reducing protein exudate on meat product. The system utilizes input hoppers and eliminates standing time for the meats. The elimination of a standing time for curing or protein extraction eliminates the ability for visible surface protein exudate to form.

Abstract: An integrated system for continuous production of processed meat products utilizing a continuous mixing system is disclosed. The system includes storage and pre-input hoppers, input lines for pumping streams of meat product constituents into a continuous grinder and mixer, rotating elements within the mixer for mixing the constituents, a surge hopper, equipment for further processing such as stuffing equipment, and transport to and utilization of a continuous thermal process.

Abstract: A system and method wherein meat product constituents are mixed under a high shear force to combine the constituents into a mixture having a stable protein matrix is disclosed. The system incorporates mixing devices in a housing into which the input streams are directed. The system then applies a high shear force over a small volume to mix the constituents together, thereby rapidly combining the meat constituents and other ingredients to rapidly form a stable protein matrix and eliminate the need for a curing stage for protein extraction.

Abstract: A system and method wherein meat product constituents are mixed with high shear force over a small volume of constituent to combine the constituents is disclosed. The system utilizes mixing devices to apply work to incoming meat streams. The high shear force deforms and contorts the meats and allows other ingredients to be forced within the protein strands of the meats, and eliminates the need for a curing stage for protein extraction.

Abstract: A system for making processed meat products employing a feed-forward analysis wherein input streams are analyzed and their flow rates are controlled relative to each other. The system incorporates mixing devices in a housing through which the input streams are forced. The mixing devices provide high shear mixing and blending, and in some cases maceration and salt infusion for rapid protein extraction.

Abstract: A system and method are disclosed for controlling the texture of meat products. Incoming meat products are quickly ground, macerated, and/or mixed in a small amount of time. The protein extraction that occurs is sufficient for a stable emulsion while protein bonding is optimized to avoid the cooked product having a rubbery or undesirably soft texture.

Abstract: A system and method for making processed meat products without the need for a vacuum system is disclosed. Meats and other meat product constituents are forced into a mixer having rotating elements for directing the constituents through a housing. The system limits the amount of air that is in contact with the constituents while resident within the housing, and provides high shear force to reduce the necessary mixing time.

Abstract: A system and method for continuous processing of meat product constituents is disclosed. Selected meats are loaded into hoppers, and inputs lines direct the meats and other meat product constituents into a mixer. The mixer provides initial size reduction of the meats, grinds the meat, infuses and mixes the meats and other ingredients, forces protein extraction for forming a stable meat mixture, finely comminutes the mixture, and outputs the mixture.

Abstract: A system for making processed meat products employing a feed-forward analysis wherein input streams are analyzed and their flow rates are controlled relative to each other. The system incorporates mixing devices in a housing through which the input streams are forced. The mixing devices provide high shear mixing and blending, and in some cases maceration and salt infusion for rapid protein extraction.

Abstract: A C-clamp type bracket is attached to a back end of the horizontal portion of a garage door track. A clothesline is attached to a bottom end of an arm extending downwardly from the C-clamp type bracket and to the top of a vertical portion of the garage door track. Bolts through loops in the ends of the clothesline secure the clothesline to a hole in the arm and the vertical portion of the garage door track or a bracket attaching the vertical portion to the garage door frame. The garage door track clothesline device may be suspended temporarily or permanently from the garage door track.

Abstract: A process for regenerating a particulate filter placed in an exhaust gas line of an internal combustion engine including burning particles emitted during combustion of fuel in the engine and retained in the filter in the presence of an additive containing at least one low-molecular-weight compound including at least two hydroxyl groups and wherein the hydroxyl groups are released in a cold state and an apparatus for regenerating a particulate filter placed in an exhaust gas line of an internal combustion engine, wherein regeneration includes burning particles retained in the filter and emitted during combustion of a fuel in the engine, in the presence of an additive, including a reservoir of an additive solution containing at least one low-molecular-weight compound including at least two hydroxyl groups which are released in a cold state, a meter enabling precise and variable metering of selected quantities of the additive solution injected, a start/stop controller, an electromagnetic injector controller, and