Abstract: Various embodiments may include a method for producing an ultrasound sensor to detect the filling level and/or the temperature of a fluid in an internal combustion engine comprising: arranging an electronics system of the ultrasound sensor in an injection molding die; and encapsulating the electronics system by injection molding with a thermoplastic material and thereby forming a housing for the electronics system; and removing the encapsulated electronics system from the injection molding die. The housing includes a functional section to fulfill a predetermined function.

Abstract: Various embodiments may include a method for producing an ultrasound sensor to detect the filling level and/or the temperature of a fluid in an internal combustion engine comprising: arranging an electronics system of the ultrasound sensor in an injection molding die; and encapsulating the electronics system by injection molding with plastic and thereby forming a housing for the electronics system. The housing includes a functional section to fulfill a predetermined function.

Abstract: A method by which media presented to consumers can be evaluated for efficacy and likelihood of success in the market place. The method consists of calculating the media selection percentage of a given medium presented to consumers and utilizing the calculated media selection percentage in evaluating the likelihood of success of similar medium in the market place. Companies may utilize the media selection percentage to select the most effective media for their products. The media's selection percentage can also be used to connect people with similar interests as a social networking tool. Individuals that select the same medium are likely to be interested in similar activities, products, or lifestyles. As a result, individuals that select similar media have similar interests upon which to build a network.

Abstract: An earth coupled geo-thermal building comprising a plurality of insulated load bearing wall structures, an insulated roof structure, an insulated foundation embedded within the earth a depth sufficient to retain the geo-thermal energy thereunder, one or more energy efficient doors, and an air exchanger for providing clean air to the interior of the building. Each of the wall structures comprises a plurality of spaced-apart stud members having heat transfer resistant wall ties, interstitial blocks of self-supporting insulating material disposed between the stud members, and a surface coating material in contact with the interstitial blocks and embedding the interior and exterior members of the stud members.