Abstract: In some examples, an apparatus for processing a composite signal transmitted uses a first communication protocol via a first port comprising a first connector type, in which the apparatus comprises a processor configured to execute one or more instructions stored in a memory of the apparatus, whereby to cause the apparatus to isolate multiple components of the composite signal received at a first port of the apparatus, the first port of the apparatus, whereby to generate a first and second set of signal components, process at least one component from the second set of signal components to generate a converted signal component, transmit the first set of signal components and the converted signal component from a second port of the apparatus using a second communication protocol, and receive a power supply signal over the second port of the apparatus.

Abstract: A display wall mount, comprising a wall bracket for attachment to a wall or planar structure, the wall bracket comprising a planar back plate, side panels extending from respective opposing sides of the of the back plate, wherein at least one of the side panels includes a cam portion to receive a follower, the cam portion configured to translate motion of the follower relative and parallel to the back plate to perpendicular motion relative to the back plate.

Abstract: A system for switching focus between devices participating in a communication session, the system comprising a connector to link a device to a master control apparatus, the connector including a one-wire bidirectional serial bus, wherein the connector is configured to transmit a signal to the master controller representing a focus request for the device in question.

Abstract: A method for remote administration and management of a terminal in a multimedia system, the method comprising receiving, at a remote management apparatus, a unique identification from the terminal, selecting, at the remote apparatus, a terminal operation parameter relating to the unique identification, using the terminal operation parameter, generating a profile for the terminal configured to enable or disable one or more terminal applications and/or functions and transmitting the generated profile to the terminal.

Abstract: Apparatus for Treatment of Liquid A flow-through assembly for electrocoagulation treatment of a liquid has a replaceable cartridge with sacrificial electrodes held in a chamber arranged for flow of the liquid through and over the sacrificial electrodes. The chamber has a pivoting door which can be opened for removal and replacement or refurbishing of the cartridge. One electrode for providing a current to electrochemically dissolve the sacrificial electrodes is located in the chamber with a second electrode on the inner face of the door, with the sacrificial electrodes located between the current-providing electrodes with chamber door closed in use.

Abstract: A system for switching focus between devices participating in a communication session, the system comprising a connector to link a device to a master control apparatus, the connector including a one-wire bidirectional serial bus, wherein the connector is configured to transmit a signal to the master controller representing a focus request for the device in question.

Abstract: A plant for treatment of a waste water stream comprising fat includes pre-treatment apparatus for removal of liquid oil and gross contaminants, a flow-through assembly for electrocoagulation treatment of a liquid, a floc-separation apparatus arranged for removal of a flocculated fat-containing layer from the aqueous dispersion to provide clarified aqueous solution for disposal and a controller arranged to control voltage and/or current across the electrodes and the flow of the waste water stream through the components of the plant. Also disclosed are methods for using the plant to provide efficient separation with minimized power consumption as flow and contaminant level vary.

Abstract: A presentation and display system comprising a pedestal mounted on a plinth and a display screen or monitor carried by the pedestal, in which the individual components of the system are secured together by manually operable releasable fasteners.

Abstract: A plant for treatment of a waste water stream comprising fat includes pre-treatment apparatus for removal of liquid oil and gross contaminants, a flow-through assembly for electrocoagulation treatment of a liquid, a floc-separation apparatus arranged for removal of a flocculated fat-containing layer from the aqueous dispersion to provide clarified aqueous solution for disposal and a controller arranged to control voltage and/or current across the electrodes and the flow of the waste water stream through the components of the plant. Also disclosed are methods for using the plant to provide efficient separation with minimised power consumption as flow and contaminant level vary.

Abstract: Apparatus for Treatment of Liquid A flow-through assembly for electrocoagulation treatment of a liquid has a replaceable cartridge with sacrificial electrodes held in a chamber arranged for flow of the liquid through and over the sacrificial electrodes. The chamber has a pivoting door which can be opened for removal and replacement or refurbishing of the cartridge. One electrode for providing a current to electrochemically dissolve the sacrificial electrodes is located in the chamber with a second electrode on the inner face of the door, with the sacrificial electrodes located between the current-providing electrodes with chamber door closed in use.

Abstract: Method and Apparatus for Treatment of Aqueous Dispersion A method and apparatus for applying electrocoagulation treatment to an aqueous dispersion includes: flowing the aqueous dispersion through a region with sacrificial electrodes located between opposed electrodes, and applying a voltage across the electrodes to pass a current. The voltage is maintained at a value V max when the conductivity of the aqueous dispersion is S min or less and the voltage is allowed to decrease to values less than V max as the conductivity of the aqueous dispersion increases. Electrolyte may be added to the aqueous dispersion at low conductivities to further reduce power consumption. The invention allows the electrocoagulation process to operate automatically, without operator intervention, over a wide range of particulate levels with reduced electrical power consumption.

Abstract: A handheld tissue stretching device combined with an extremity flexibility number, stretchscore, enables users to independently evaluate and treat the flexibility of their extremity tissue minimizing physical therapist intervention to evaluate and treat tissue. The distance between handheld stretching devices and the extremity supports changes with a high degree of variability during home treatments; whereas, medical professionals monitor stretch intensity visually and manually. Patients performing home-based stretches impart variable intensity that leads to inconsistent tissue treatment resulting in increased tissue stiffness. The present inventors have discovered when the slack is automatically retracted, the distance between the users hands and the extremity support is continuously proportional to the flexibility of the extremity.

Abstract: Many known portable tissue stretching devices do not properly allow the user to control the treatment intensity because of the need to reposition one's hands on the device when increasing stretch intensity. Some known portable tissue stretching devices are not readily held with two hands due to the small gripping surface. The limitations of these devices often leads to decreased home exercise compliance thereby negatively affecting patient outcomes. Medical professionals have widely accepted the notion that patient compliance with home exercises is poor. A handheld tissue stretching device with left and right handles, a retractor and release mechanism provides numerous benefits, such as improved ease of use and increased home exercise compliance. Individuals now have the option to independently and reliably improve their flexibility with a bilateral grip that does not require changing hand position while stretching.

Abstract: A presentation and display system comprising a pedestal mounted on a plinth and a display screen or monitor carried by the pedestal, in which the individual components of the system are secured together by manually operable releasable fasteners.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to carbonizing and activating carbonaceous material.

Abstract: A handheld tissue stretching device combined with a retractor and release mechanism enables users to independently treat the flexibility of their extremity tissue minimizing need for upper extremity coordination and grip strength during treatment. The distance between prior handheld stretching devices and the extremity supports changes with a high degree of variability during home treatments; whereas, medical professionals monitor stretch intensity visually and manually. Patients performing home-based stretches impart variable intensity that leads to inconsistent tissue treatment resulting in increased tissue stiffness. The present inventors have discovered when the slack is automatically retracted; the distance between the users hands and the extremity support is continuously proportional to the flexibility of the extremity. This “distance matching” between the handheld stretching device and the extremity support provides a reliable, repeatable, and independent tissue treatment.

Abstract: A handheld tissue stretching device combined with an extremity flexibility number, stretchscore, enables users to independently evaluate and treat the flexibility of their extremity tissue minimizing physical therapist intervention to evaluate and treat tissue. The distance between handheld stretching devices and the extremity supports changes with a high degree of variability during home treatments; whereas, medical professionals monitor stretch intensity visually and manually. Patients performing home-based stretches impart variable intensity that leads to inconsistent tissue treatment resulting in increased tissue stiffness. The present inventors have discovered when the slack is automatically retracted, the distance between the users hands and the extremity support is continuously proportional to the flexibility of the extremity.

Abstract: A process is provided for producing discrete solid beads of polymeric material e.g. phenolic resin having a mesoporous structure, which process may produce resin beads on an industrial scale without aggregates of resin building up speedily and interrupting production. The process comprises the steps of: (a) combining a stream of a polymerizable liquid precursor e.g. a novolac and hexamine as cross-linking agent dissolved in a first polar organic liquid e.g. ethylene glycol with a stream of a liquid suspension medium which is a second non-polar organic liquid with which the liquid precursor is substantially or completely immiscible e.g. transformer oil containing a drying oil; (b) mixing the combined stream to disperse the polymerizable liquid precursor as droplets in the suspension medium e.g.

Abstract: A tool holder assembly that includes a tool holder member adapted to be secured to a machine tool and a cutting insert support/clamp for clamping and supporting a cutting insert. The support/clamp member includes a plurality of serrations that are engageable with complementally formed serrations on the tool holder whereby a tight fitting engagement is achieved using removable fasteners. The support/clamp includes a clamping arm elastically movable towards and away from a support base and a clamping block connected to the connecting arm adapted to receive clamping forces from a threaded clamping bolt. The clamping bolt defines a force applying surface located in a first plane whereas the clamping block defines a force receiving surface located in a second plane, the first and second planes located at a diverging angle with respect to each other. The clamping block includes an edge portion engageable with a step on the tool holder that is spaced from the clamping arm.

Abstract: A method is provided for carbonizing and activating carbonaceous material, which comprises supplying the material to an externally fired rotary kiln maintained at carbonizing and activating temperatures, the kiln having a downward slope to progress the material as it rotates, the kiln having an atmosphere substantially free of oxygen provided by a counter-current of steam or carbon dioxide, and annular weirs being provided at intervals along the kiln to control progress of the material. There may further be provided an externally fired rotary kiln for carbonizing and activating carbonaceous material having a hollow rotary body that has a downward slope towards a discharge end thereof, and which is provided at intervals along its length with annular weirs for controlling progress of the carbonaceous material. In embodiments, there is also provided a process is for producing discrete solid beads of polymeric material e.g.