Abstract: A system and method for enhancing the function of orthodontic aligners is disclosed. The system is comprised of a conventional plastic dental aligner and a plurality of small magnets. Said magnets being affixed by means of a composite to both individual teeth as well as the aligner in corresponding locations. An object of the system is to slowly move teeth into alignment by applying an additional force to teeth through a magnetic pull.

Abstract: Systems and methods for providing irrigation to plants are provided. The system generally includes a fluid distribution structure having a barrier layer and a hydrophilic layer. The fluid distribution structure can additionally include a plurality of channels. Each channel can be associated with a non-woven material or other volume providing element overlayed by a filter layer. A fluid supply tube may be provided at a first end of the fluid distribution structure, and a drainage tube may be disposed along a second end of the fluid distribution structure. Where the fluid distribution structure includes channels, a supply tube and a drainage tube, the channels generally extend between the supply tube and the drainage tube. Fluid collected by the drainage tube can be recirculated to the supply tube, or can be collected or disposed of.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a wound care dressing and package assembly. The assembly includes a first package substrate or layer to which a wound care dressing is attached. The wound care dressing includes a backing layer and a contact layer. A release structure is in contact with the contact layer on a side of the contact layer opposite the wound care dressing. The release structure is supported by a second package substrate or layer. A seal interconnects the first and second package layers, forming a sealed volume in which at least the wound care dressing and the release structure is contained. The wound care dressing advantageously releases from the backing layer at low forces, e.g., less than about 1N/linear inch.

Abstract: Systems and methods for providing irrigation to plants are provided. The system generally includes a fluid distribution structure having a barrier layer and a hydrophilic layer. The fluid distribution structure can additionally include a plurality of channels. Each channel can be associated with a non-woven material or other volume providing element overlayed by a filter layer. A fluid supply tube may be provided at a first end of the fluid distribution structure, and a drainage tube may be disposed along a second end of the fluid distribution structure. Where the fluid distribution structure includes channels, a supply tube and a drainage tube, the channels generally extend between the supply tube and the drainage tube. Fluid collected by the drainage tube can be recirculated to the supply tube, or can be collected or disposed of.