Abstract: Technology is disclosed for monitoring a user's respirator), condition and provide decision support by analyzing a user's audio data. Spoken phonemes may be detected within audio data, and acoustic features may be extracted for the phonemes. A distance metric may be computed to compare phoneme feature sets of a user. Based on the comparison, a determination about the user's respiratory condition, such as whether the user has a respiratory condition (e.g., an infection) and/or whether the condition is changing, may be made. Some aspects include predicting the user's respiratory condition in the future utilizing the phoneme feature sets. Decision support tools in the form of computer applications or services may utilize the detected or predicted respiratory condition information to initiate an action for treating a current condition or mitigating a future risk.

Abstract: An anti-theft device for deterring unauthorized operation of a designated vehicle control adjunct. The device is adapted to secure the designated control to prevent manipulation thereof. The device includes a clevis pin, a clevis and a padlock and a hasp. The hasp is secured directly to a permanent planar surface of the vehicle.

Abstract: An anti-theft device for deterring unauthorized operation of a designated vehicle control adjunct. The device is adapted to secure the designated control to prevent manipulation thereof. The device includes a clevis pin, a clevis and a padlock and a hasp. The hasp is secured directly to a permanent planar surface of the vehicle.

Abstract: An anti-theft device for deterring unauthorized removal of an electric trolling motor from a vessel. The device is adapted to secure a trolling motor's control shaft and motor assembly to the trolling motor mount or directly to the vessel. The device includes only a clevis pin, a clevis and a padlock, the device is compact in design and easy to use. A uniquely designed hasp is employed in some instances to accomplish proper attachment of the anti-theft device. The hasp is secured directly to the hull or deck of the vessel.

Abstract: A method is provided for polymerizing oxiranes by employing a lithium-containing polymerization initiator in a liquid reaction medium devoid of polymerization additives. Linear and star polymers can be produced by practicing the subject method.

Abstract: An anti-theft device for deterring unauthorized removal of an electric trolling motor from a vessel. The device is adapted to secure a trolling motor's control shaft and motor assembly to the trolling motor mount or directly to the vessel. The device includes only a clevis pin, a clevis and a padlock, the device is compact in design and easy to use. A uniquely designed hasp is employed in some instances to accomplish proper attachment of the anti-theft device. The hasp is secured directly to the hull or deck of the vessel.

Abstract: A process and method that provides an individual with the ability to initiate a web page-based, internet background search for information that will be provided to an employer, landlord, or other user of such information. The process accomplishes the search and establishes a data file with verified information that may be accessed by authorized users to verify background information that may be desirable or detrimental in the user's environment. The process allows users to refer candidates to a source that will provide background information in a timely manner and is affordable to most candidates. The candidate has the option of printing out a Certificate from mbc that is a uniquely numbered certification of the background search. Candidate background search information is accessible to employers, landlords, and other users when candidates provide users with certificate number and password.

Abstract: An energy absorber and deflection device for deflecting engine debris fragments from their tangential trajectory from a core of a gas turbine engine. The device includes a deflection plate radially spaced from a protected portion of the periphery of the rotor, adapted to cover the protected portion in a closed position, and to swing open about a fore edge of the deflection plate to a deployed position. A flexible joint secures the fore edge of the deflection plate to the engine and a frangible joint secures an aft edge of the deflection plate to the engine. In the case of a turbofan engine, the deflector plate may form part of the inner bypass duct surface to deflect debris to exit aft through the bypass duct, and in turboshaft and turboprop engines the deflector plate serves to deflect debris and reduce debris velocity to contain debris within the engine cowling or nacelle.

Abstract: An energy absorber and deflection device for deflecting engine debris fragments from their tangential trajectory from a core of a gas turbine engine. The device includes a deflection plate radially spaced from a protected portion of the periphery of the rotor, adapted to cover the protected portion in a closed position, and to swing open about a fore edge of the deflection plate to a deployed position. A flexible joint secures the fore edge of the deflection plate to the engine and a frangible joint secures an aft edge of the deflection plate to the engine. In the case of a turbofan engine, the deflector plate may form part of the inner bypass duct surface to deflect debris to exit aft through the bypass duct, and in turboshaft and turboprop engines the deflector plate serves to deflect debris and reduce debris velocity to contain debris within the engine cowling or nacelle.