Abstract: Methods, apparatuses, devices, and computer program products are disclosed for container transportation. An example system includes a conveyor network that includes a plurality of conveyors and each conveyor supports one or more containers thereon. Each conveyor defines a conveyor length and a conveyor operating speed. The system further includes a computing device operably coupled to the conveyor network. The computing device receives a starting location and a destination location of a first container within the conveyor network and receives an operating density for each conveyor in the conveyor network. The computing device determines a first travel path for the first container between the starting location and the destination location based upon the conveyor length, the conveyor operating speed, and the operating density for each conveyor in the conveyor network. The first travel path minimizes a total travel time for the first container between the starting location and the destination location.

Abstract: A method for generating an output for performance impact assessment of a change includes determining changes associated with a first managed computer system where corresponding change records includes a respective change time-stamp, determining performance values for a performance metric for predetermined times and associating respective performance time-stamps, selecting one of the changes wherein the selected change has a change time-stamp, identifying first performance values with performance time-stamps that are prior in time to change time-stamp and associating them with a before-change category, identifying second performance values with performance time-stamps that are later in time relative to the change time-stamp and associating them with an after-change category, and generating an output with the first and second performance values (in a tabular or common timeline format) with the first performance values being distinguishable from the second performance values to thereby allow the user to determin

Abstract: A system includes a bin detector comprising an antenna, a bin configured to accommodate at least one item and having a bin unique identifier, at least one processor to receive a weight of the at least one item from at least one sensor in communication with a scale, and at least one battery to power the system, the bin detector to transmit a first signal, receive a second signal in response to the first signal for each of the at least one item and determine an item unique identifier for each of the at least one item, and transmit the bin unique identifier, the item unique identifier for each of the at least one item, and the weight information to the processor to transmit the bin unique identifier, the item unique identifier for each of the at least one item, and the weight information to a server computing device.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition based on components of natural origin, in particular ozonized olive oil and liquid vegetable extracts, for the topical treatment of vaginosis and/or vulvovaginitis of bacterial and/or fungal origin.

Abstract: A piece of jewelry includes a hinge assembly that always biases two rigid portions to rotate relative to each other toward a closed secure position. The jewelry includes a leaf spring that biases a spring housing to rotate and thereby in turn rotate the two rigid portions relative to each other. The jewelry includes a pin in slot system which limits movement of the hinge to maximum predetermine opening angle.

Abstract: An optofluidic diagnostic system and methods for rapid analyte detections. The system comprises an optofluidic sensor array, a test plate and an optical detection cartridge. The sensor array supports one or more distinct sensor units, each having a reactor section designed to temporarily enter a series of different kinds of wells in the test plate. One kind of well is a sample reservoir that holds reagent solution to be transferred into the reactor section. Another kind of well is a drainage chamber that removes reagent solution from the reactor section. A third kind of well is a colorant reservoir that holds a colorant reagent transferable into a reactor section. Finally, the sensor unit is transferred to the optical detection cartridge where it is placed into an isolation booth during the optical detection process so that its flat observation face is stationed in a viewing window opposite an optical detector lens.

Abstract: A method of providing user access history for a collaborative document includes receiving, by a server, a first request for the collaborative document from a client device of a user of a plurality of users that have permission to access the collaborative document; providing the collaborative document to the client device for presentation to the user in a user interface on the client device; determining whether a collaborator type of the user matches a predefined collaborator type; responsive to determining that the collaborator type of the user matches the predefined collaborator type: creating a first user access history for the collaborative document based on accesses of the collaborative document by one or more of the plurality of users, and providing the first user access history for the collaborative document to the client device for display within a consolidated view of the user interface presenting the collaborative document.

Abstract: A method of forming a wick assembly is disclosed including positioning an inner ring in a first wick, positioning the inner ring in a second wick, abutting an end of the first wick with an end of the second wick, positioning an outer ring about a portion of the first wick and a portion of the second wick, positioning a mandrel within the inner ring, positioning a die about the outer ring, and applying a force to the die, wherein the force couples the outer ring, the inner ring, the first wick, and the second wick together to form the wick assembly.

Abstract: A system for adaptably collecting pharmaceuticals into various containers is provided. The system includes an automated pharmaceutical counting device with a loading portion for accepting the pharmaceuticals for counting, an exit portion for dispensing the pharmaceuticals, and a receiving area configured to interchangeably accommodate a bulk collection vessel and an adapter for an individual container for an individual prescription. The automated pharmaceutical counting device dispenses the pharmaceuticals through the exit portion and into an inserted one of the bulk collection vessel and the adapter.

Abstract: Methods and systems for parallelizing processes through the use of predicted data are described herein. A requesting system may send processing requests to a processing system. The processing system may need to have a third-party validation system validate the processing requests before proceeding. The processing system may detect errors and generate modified data that is predicted to resolve the errors in obtained processing requests. The modified data may be sent to the validation system in place of the original data that contained errors. While waiting for validation results from the validation system, the modified data may also be sent to the requesting system to confirm that it is correct. By sending the modified data to both the validation system and the requesting system for approval, increased efficiency and parallelization may be achieved.

Abstract: A method includes generating a utility portal interface in response to a request from a utility computer system that receives parameters that specify a demand response event; providing a display of groups of energy-consuming locations that are available to be selected to participate in the demand response event; providing a display of an energy demand profile for the utility during the demand response event; receiving a selection of a subset of the groups of energy-consuming locations to participate in the demand response event; causing the display of the energy demand profile for the utility during the demand response event to be dynamically updated as the subset of the groups of energy-consuming locations are selected or deselected by the utility computer system to participate; and sending transmissions to thermostats associated with the subset of the groups of energy-consuming locations to execute the demand response event.

Abstract: A switch includes a first terminal, a second terminal, and a third terminal. The switch includes an output node coupled to the second terminal and the third terminal. The switch includes a contactor coupled to the first terminal and movable between at least a first position and a second position. The first terminal is coupled to the second terminal when the contactor is in the first position. The first terminal is coupled to the third terminal when the contactor is in the second position. When the contactor is in the first position, the switch is configured to provide direct current power at the output node. When the contactor is in the second position, the switch is configured to provide alternating current power at the output node.

Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed for payment transactions, alerts, dispute settlement, and settlement payments, using multiple blockchains.

Abstract: An enclosure for charging an electric vehicle (EV) including an automatic vehicle moving system, which gradually moves the EV from one end of the enclosure to an opposite end of the enclosure. A charging chassis, including an EV charge connector, moves alongside the EV, charging it as the automatic vehicle moving system moves it along. The enclosure is also able to include an entertainment display in order to allow a driver to view media content while the vehicle is charging.

Abstract: Various floral wrapper systems to hold plant/floral arrangements are provided. In one version, the floral wrapper includes a protective outer sheet; and a decorative inner sheet affixed to the inner surface of the protective outer sheet. The protective outer sheet can be folded about the decorative inner sheet to form a pocket for supporting a floral arrangement therein. In another version, the floral wrapper includes a first sheet with a portion removed to form a side and a second sheet with a portion removed to form a side. The first and second sheets are affixed to each other with the first and second sheets partially overlapping each other and with the formed side of the first sheet and the formed side of the second sheet aligned along a line. Additional sheets can be added to modify the structure and ornamental appearance of the floral wrapper.

Abstract: Management of fuel dispenser media is provided. In general, a fuel dispenser can be in communication with a media library configured to facilitate delivery of media to the fuel dispenser for output therefrom. The media library can be on board the fuel dispenser or can be included in a gateway configured to communicate with the fuel dispenser. The media library is configured to query one or more media sources for media information and to retrieve media information therefrom that is specific to the fuel dispenser. Additionally or alternatively, the media library is configured to query the one or more media sources for updates to the retrieved media information and, if updated, to retrieve the updated media content from the media source(s).

Abstract: Described herein are systems and methods for work from home solutions according to various embodiments of the invention. These solutions accurately diagnose connectivity issue locations and severity from any, some, or all points in a network framework. Embodiments of these solutions may also use artificial intelligence and machine learning to process customer quality-of-experience (QoE) feedback and other relevant indicators. The solutions may improve network connectivity based on these measurements and processes.

Abstract: A new Buddleia plant particularly distinguished by extremely dense growth, very dense branching, an extremely high number of flower panicles and a very fastigiate habit, is disclosed.