Abstract: Packages for the stable display and storage of foodstuffs. Re-closeable foodstuff package are provided that include a container and a lid. The lid has a base with three feet. The feet support the package when placed horizontally. One of the feet forms a lip in the base of the container that provides stability to the package when it is displayed in a near-vertical position. Additionally, the lip allows the packages to be stacked stably while in a horizontal position to allow for easy shipping of quantities of the packages to stores for sale.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to method of typing a sample from an individual as a sample from an individual with an increased life expectancy, an average life expectancy or a reduced life expectancy. The typing is based on a comparison of a level of lipid species in a sample of the individual to a level of lipid species in a reference. The disclosure further relates to a composition comprising lipid species for use in increasing life expectancy of an individual.

Abstract: The invention relates to a retaining arrangement (1) for a mobile communication device (12), having an accommodating means (2) which is intended for accommodating the mobile communication device (12) and can be moved into a retaining setting, in which the mobile communication device (12) is retained in the accommodating means (2), and into a release setting, in which the mobile communication device (12) can be inserted into the accommodating means (2), characterized by a locking means (22) which can be moved into a locking setting and into an unlocking setting, wherein the accommodating means (2) can be moved out of the release setting into the retaining setting only when the locking means (22) is located in the unlocking setting.

Abstract: A circuit for powering a LED light source includes a converter and a controller. The converter provides an output voltage, and includes a first switch which is turned on and off alternately according to a driving signal to control a current. The controller generates the driving signal which is a periodic signal having a first state and a second state per time period. The first switch is turned on when the driving signal operates in the first state, and is turned off when the driving signal operates in the second state. The controller modulates a time period of the driving signal and a time duration of the first state, such that a quotient of the time duration squared and the time period is substantially independent of a change of the time period, and the current is substantially independent of the change.

Abstract: A mounting system includes an interior arm having first apertures, first and second faces, to which the first apertures are open, and first and second side walls between the faces. An exterior arm may define a channel to receive a portion of the interior arm. The exterior arm further includes a second aperture configured to align with one of the first apertures when the interior arm is received within the channel. A first fixation element extends through one of the first apertures and engages with a first external component. A second fixation element extends through the second aperture of the exterior arm and through another of the first apertures so as to maintain a position of the exterior arm. The exterior arm includes mounting means at a first end thereof and configured to attach with a second external component.

Abstract: A method of manufacture of a self-cleaning socket system includes: providing a base plate having a gas pocket with a dimple; and coupling a pin plate having a compressed gas port to the base plate with the compressed gas port aligned with the dimple.

Abstract: A downhole apparatus having an upper well stop disposed at the surface of a well and a lower well stop disposed in the well. The apparatus further includes a plunger disposed within the well, wherein the plunger has a first sleeve having an outer diameter and a ball valve disposed on the first sleeve, wherein the ball valve is configured to rotate between an open and a closed position.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to catheter balloons and balloon catheters with such catheter balloons coated with at least one layer containing at least one antiproliferative, immunosuppressive, anti-angiogenic, anti-inflammatory, anti-restenotic and/or anti-thrombotic agent and a top coat consisting of a polyvinyl alcohol—polyethylene glycol graft copolymer as well as the use of these balloon catheters for the prevention of restenosis.

Abstract: A battery system includes multiple battery cells having multiple cell voltages, and a balancing module.

Abstract: Hydrocarbon recovery compounds that can be used as flowback agents and other purposes are disclosed. The compounds reduce water blockage when injected into a fractured reservoir. The composition includes a sorbitan emulsifier, ethoxylated wetting agent, and detergent.

Abstract: A chemical strainer includes a base member that includes a base member cavity, a plurality of base member dispensing apertures disposed on a top portion of the base member, and a mating neck. A method of chemical straining includes receiving production fluids in a plurality of base member dispensing apertures of a chemical strainer. One or more chemicals disposed within the chemical strainer are dispensed. Production fluids and the dispensed chemicals are mixed. The treated production fluids are produced.

Abstract: In an abnormal driving behavior detection system for a vehicle, an obtainer repeatedly obtains an observed value indicative of at least one of a running condition of the vehicle and a driver's driving operation of the vehicle. A mode-probability calculator calculates, each time an observed value is obtained at a given obtaining timing as a target obtained value, a mode probability for each of driving modes as a function of one or more previous observed values. A deviation calculator obtains a predicted observed value for each driving mode using a driver's normal behavior model defined therefor, and calculates a deviation of the target observed value from the predicted observed value for each driving mode. An abnormality determiner determines whether there is at least one driver's abnormal behavior based on the mode probability for each driving mode and the deviation calculated for each driving mode.

Abstract: Multi layered covering material for upholstery solves above referenced technical problem by combining two materials: one which is friendly to skin or to touch, and prone to stretching or other types of shape change under environmental influence, and one which is not—so friendly material can perform function of being friendly, and the other material provides support so friendly material would not change its shape even if, for example, wet. This patent application also covers process for making multi covering material for elements making furniture more comfortable comprising upholstery, cushions, blankets, and similar elements, said multi layered covering material comprising steps of aligning outer layer (1) comprised of at least one user friendly material prone to change shape under environmental influence, preferably moisture over inner layer (2) comprised of material essentially resistant to shape change under environmental influence, and connecting said layers together.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a switching regulator, a control circuit and a control method therefor. The switching regulator comprises an upper gate switch, a lower gate switch, and an inductor connected to a switching node. When a current passing through the upper gate switch or the inductor is lower than a threshold, the lower gate switch is kept OFF until a next cycle, and during the cycle wherein the lower gate switch is OFF, the upper gate switch is turned ON for a period of time.

Abstract: The present invention discloses an optical remote control system, and a method for controlling a light source of the system. The system includes: a light source including a plurality of lighting units, the light source generating at least one light beam; an image sensor receiving an image including the light beam; and a processor determining a number or positions of the lighting units which are activated according to an area of the light beam in the image.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a high voltage device and a manufacturing method thereof. The high voltage device is formed in a first conductive type substrate, wherein the substrate has an upper surface. The high voltage device includes: a second conductive type buried layer, which is formed in the substrate; a first conductive type well, which is formed between the upper surface and the buried layer; and a second conductive type well, which is connected to the first conductive type well and located at different horizontal positions. The second conductive type well includes a well lower surface, which has a first part and a second part, wherein the first part is directly above the buried layer and electrically coupled to the buried layer; and the second part is not located above the buried layer and forms a PN junction with the substrate.

Abstract: A monitoring circuit for accurately monitoring a voltage level from each of a plurality of battery cells of a battery pack includes an analog to digital converter (ADC) and a processor. The ADC is configured to accept an analog voltage signal from each of the plurality of battery cells and convert each analog voltage signal to a digital signal representative of an accurate voltage level of each battery cell. The processor receives such signals and provides a safety alert signal based on at least one of the signals. The ADC resolution may be adjustable. A balancing circuit provides a balancing signal if at least two of the digital signals indicate a voltage difference between two cells is greater than a battery cell balance threshold. An electronic device including such monitoring and balancing circuits is also provided. Various methods are also provided.

Abstract: A method of separating tobacco from cigarette waste using an apparatus comprising a revolving screen, in which the cigarette waste is fed onto the screen in order to be screened by gravity. The method includes relocating the cigarette waste over the surface of the screen, the relocation being aided by a scraper unit cooperating with the screen and the angular position of the screen in the apparatus relative to the horizontal plane being adjustable. An apparatus is also provided for separating tobacco from cigarette waste comprising a revolving screen which is adjustably mounted in such a way that the angular position of the screen in the apparatus relative to the horizontal plane is adjustable, provided with a scraper unit for aiding relocation of the cigarette waste on the surface of the screen during its rotational movement.

Abstract: A touch panel is disclosed including a rigid transparent insulating substrate; a sensing electrode layer formed on a surface of the rigid transparent insulating substrate, the sensing electrode layer includes a plurality independently disposed sensing electrodes; a transparent insulating layer formed on the sensing electrode layer; and a driving electrode layer formed on the transparent insulating layer, the driving electrode layer includes a plurality of independently disposed driving electrodes; each of the driving electrodes comprises a meshed conductive circuit; the meshed conductive circuit is embedded or buried in the transparent insulating layer. A manufacturing method of the touch panel is also provided. The touch panel has a low cost and a high sensitivity.

Abstract: A touch screen includes: a first transparent insulating substrate; a second transparent insulating substrate, comprising a first surface which is faced to the first transparent insulating substrate and a second surface opposite to the first surface; a sensing electrode layer, disposed between the first transparent insulating substrate and the second insulating substrate, the sensing electrode layer comprising a plurality of independently disposed sensing electrodes, each sensing electrode comprising a mesh-like conductive circuit; and a driving electrode layer, disposed on the first surface or the second surface of the second transparent insulating layer, the driving electrode layer comprising a plurality of independently disposed driving electrodes. A method of manufacturing a touch screen is also disclosed. The touch screen has a lower cost and a higher sensitivity.