Abstract: A radiation detection system that measures radiation (e.g., signature energy-level gamma radiation and neutrons) is employed aboard a ship or other transport vehicle along with conventional cargo to monitor for the presence of a fissile material, as would be found in a nuclear weapon, or for the presence of other sources of radiation. The detection system can be used over the course of the cargo transport, thereby enabling finely tuned monitoring for fissile material across distances of many meters extending through surrounding cargo containers. Because the system can be utilized during a ship's transport, a positive detection of fissile material can be made and acted upon while the ship is still at sea far from the destination port, where detonation of a nuclear weapon could have catastrophic consequences.

Abstract: The invention provides a system and method which include receiving inputs from the surgeon based upon patient data and eye measurements, calculating precise corrective settings for laser equipment utilized in the surgery, and outputting the precise corrective settings along with recommendations and cautions for the surgical procedure. It should be understood by those reasonably skilled in the art that the nomograms and formulas described in the invention are dynamic formulas subject to change over time. Changes in the nomogram are required to customize a nonogram for an individual surgeon. In addition, as the art advances, adjustments in the nomograms, including addition and removal of variables, and changes in constants will be required to keep the nomogram consistent with the rapidly evolving state of the art. These changes can be accomplished through upgrades in computer programs.

Abstract: The invention provides a system and method which include receiving inputs from the surgeon based upon patient data and eye measurements, calculating precise corrective settings for laser equipment utilized in the surgery, and outputting the precise corrective settings along with recommendations and cautions for the surgical procedure. It should be understood by those reasonably skilled in the art that the nomograms and formulas described in the invention are dynamic formulas subject to change over time. Changes in the nomogram are required to customize a nonogram for an individual surgeon. In addition, as the art advances, adjustments in the nomograms, including addition and removal of variables, and changes in constants will be required to keep the nomogram consistent with the rapidly evolving state of the art. These changes can be accomplished through upgrades in computer programs.