Abstract: There is provided a data communication apparatus adapted for use with a kitchen appliance. The communication apparatus includes (a) a bus interface that is adapted for connection to a bus within the kitchen appliance, (b) a network interface that is addressable at an address in a network, (c) a processor, and (d) a memory that contains instructions that are readable by the processor to cause the processor to (i) receive, via the bus interface, raw data that represents an operating parameter of the kitchen appliance, (ii) receive a request from a user device via the network interface, (iii) convert the raw data into formatted data, (iv) incorporate the formatted data into a page that is presentable on the user device via a web browser that is installed in the user device, and (v) send the page to the user device via the network interface.

Abstract: A children's motion device such as a bouncer or jumper, including a base, a child-supporting portion, and at least one non-metal resilient biasing element operatively engaged between the base and the child-supporting portion to allow motion of the child-supporting portion relative to the base. In example forms, the resilient biasing element is formed from a polymeric polyester elastomer material.

Abstract: A child motion device including a support frame, a frame hub coupled to the support frame, a gliding swing mechanism pivotally mounted to the frame hub, and a cantilevered child support portion pivotally mounted to the gliding swing mechanism. In example embodiments, the child support portion can be in the form of a child seat or a bassinet. In example embodiments, the child support portion can be oriented between multiple seat-facing orientations for providing either of a side-to-side gliding movement or a front-to-back gliding movement.

Abstract: A method of testing an electric discharge stun device includes the steps of identifying a stun device to be tested and absorbing a discharge from the stun device into a tester. The discharge is characterized by a discharge characteristic that is then compared automatically to information such as (a) a previous corresponding characteristic associated with a previous discharge of the stun device or (b) a corresponding characteristic associated with a prior discharge of at least one other stun device. The characteristic can be a waveform, a peak voltage, duration, current, joule, and temperature.

Abstract: A child motion device including a support frame, a frame hub coupled to the support frame, a gliding swing mechanism pivotally mounted to the frame hub, and a cantilevered child support portion pivotally mounted to the gliding swing mechanism. In example embodiments, the child support portion can be in the form of a child seat or a bassinet. In example embodiments, the child support portion can be oriented between multiple seat-facing orientations for providing either of a side-to-side gliding movement or a front-to-back gliding movement.

Abstract: A lounger seat, as for infants or children, having a body with a seating area, sidewalls for retaining the child in the seating area, and a non-flat lower surface for supporting the lounger on a support surface. In example embodiments, the non-flat lower surface allows rocking of the lounger. A kickstand or brace is optionally extendable to block the lounger from rocking, or retractable to permit rocking.

Abstract: A method of testing an electric discharge stun device includes the steps of identifying a stun device to be tested and absorbing a discharge from the stun device into a tester. The discharge is characterized by a discharge characteristic that is then compared automatically to information such as (a) a previous corresponding characteristic associated with a previous discharge of the stun device or (b) a corresponding characteristic associated with a prior discharge of at least one other stun device. The characteristic can be a waveform, a peak voltage, duration, current, joule, and temperature.

Abstract: A liquid dispenser having a pumping mechanism for consistent and measured dispensing of an alcoholic liquid into a standard “shot” glass. Specifically, in one aspect of the invention, a liquid dispenser is provided having a central body member, a liquid reservoir within the central body member, and a draw tube associated with the liquid reservoir. The liquid dispenser further includes a pump shaft and a pump top connected to an upper end of the pump shaft. In addition, the dispenser is configured to couple to a vessel having a liquid in order to dispense the liquid in a measured and consistent manner in a “shot” glass, wherein the liquid can be an alcoholic beverage.

Abstract: A fully functioning dual purpose digital audio player presented in cassette-shaped housing which incorporates a display, control buttons, audio output, and remote control.

Abstract: A cradling bassinet to impart a rocking, swaying or gliding motion to soothe a child occupant includes a frame and an infant receiving receptacle. In example forms, the frame is movable between a collapsed configuration and an expanded configuration. The infant receiving receptacle is pivotally mounted to the frame such that the infant receiving receptacle is capable of gliding or swaying relative to the frame. In some example forms, the infant receiving receptacle is removed from engagement with the frame and capable of rocking on a support surface.

Abstract: A combined portable charger and mirror is provided that can store and deliver energy to charge portable electronic devices without accessing external power sources and that also functions as a portable illuminated vanity mirror. The charger enables users of portable equipment and devices (e.g., cellular telephone, cameras, tablets, computers, etc.) to carry additional stored energy to extend the device's use time. The combined portable charger and vanity mirror includes a housing comprised of a top casing and a bottom casing coupled to each other, a reflective mirror coupled to the top casing, a rechargeable battery within the housing, one or more illuminated lights adjacent to the mirror, a light indicator configured to provide a visual indication of the battery charge level, and a communication interface for transmitting electrical current from the battery to one or more electronic devices.

Abstract: A children's play yard including a structural support frame and a liner for attachment to the structural support frame. The structural support frame includes corner posts and cross-members extending between the corner posts to define a periphery of the frame. The liner includes wall panels extending between corner posts of the frame on an interior side of the periphery of the frame, and at least one attachment flap for attachment around a corner post on an exterior side of the periphery of the frame.

Abstract: A child support device such as a bassinet, configured to impart a rocking, swaying or gliding motion to soothe a child occupant includes a frame and an infant receiving receptacle. In example forms, the frame is movable between a collapsed configuration and an expanded configuration. The infant receiving receptacle is pivotally mounted to the frame such that the infant receiving receptacle is capable of gliding or swaying relative to the frame. In some example forms, the infant receiving receptacle is removed from engagement with the frame and capable of rocking on a support surface. In example forms, the child support device provides a gliding motion, with limited or no tilting or rocking.

Abstract: A system that generates a portal web site that includes a plurality of reusable components defines, for each reusable component, metadata for each event raised and generates event wiring for the portal web site. In response to an event being raised by a producer component, the system makes the event available to all consumer components on the portal web site by generating an event context storage. The system then configures each consumer component based on the event.

Abstract: A cradling bassinet to impart a rocking, swaying or gliding motion to soothe a child occupant includes a frame and an infant receiving receptacle. In example forms, the frame is movable between a collapsed configuration and an expanded configuration. The infant receiving receptacle is pivotally mounted to the frame such that the infant receiving receptacle is capable of gliding or swaying relative to the frame. In some example forms, the infant receiving receptacle is removed from engagement with the frame and capable of rocking on a support surface.

Abstract: A fully functioning dual purpose digital audio player presented in cassette-shaped housing which incorporates a display, control buttons, audio output, and remote control

Abstract: The disclosed methods and systems are related to searching elements of user interfaces. Without leaving the displayed user interface, such as an on-screen guide, searches can be performed on elements of the user interface, and the results of the searches may displayed in the same user interface.

Abstract: An optical apparatus includes a system of optical components capable of operating in a scanning laser ophthalmoscope (SLO) mode and an optical coherence tomography (OCT) mode. The system of optical components includes a first optical module for the SLO mode, a second optical module for the OCT mode, and a first scanning device. The first optical module for the SLO mode includes a first source adapted to provide a first imaging beam for the SLO mode and a first detection device configured to receive a first signal associated with a first image of a retina of an eye. The second optical module for the OCT mode includes a second source adapted to provide a second imaging beam for the OCT mode and a second detection device configured to receive a second signal associated with a second image of the retina.

Abstract: A collapsible, portable infant swing having a foldable base movable between an unfolded, extended position and a folded, collapsed position, a lock mechanism for selectively locking/unlocking the foldable base, and support arms supported by the foldable base. Swing arms are pivotally coupled to the support arms for pivotal, back and forth motion and an infant support seat coupled to the swing arms for supporting and swinging an infant. A multi-function handle is provided for housing the lock mechanism for locking/unlocking the foldable base, for grasping the foldable base to fold the foldable base, and for carrying the swing when the foldable base is folded. The multi-function handle is positioned substantially centrally below the seat to make it generally inaccessible by the infant.

Abstract: An optical apparatus includes a system of optical components capable of operating in a scanning laser ophthalmoscope (SLO) mode and an optical coherence tomography (OCT) mode. The system of optical components includes a first optical module for the SLO mode, a second optical module for the OCT mode, and a first scanning device. The first optical module for the SLO mode includes a first source adapted to provide a first imaging beam for the SLO mode and a first detection device configured to receive a first signal associated with a first image of a retina of an eye. The second optical module for the OCT mode includes a second source adapted to provide a second imaging beam for the OCT mode and a second detection device configured to receive a second signal associated with a second image of the retina.