Abstract: Various embodiments of the invention provides for systems and methods for multi-participant controller systems. Specifically, some embodiments of the invention enable two or more participants to take part in a multi-participant interactive software running on a computing system. In addition, some of these embodiments allow for multi-participant interactive software, such as a dance-oriented or music-based video game, to time-shift the scoring of inputs from each participant during an activity session.

Abstract: An automatic paper ejecting and stacking machine for use with vertically-loaded desktop hole-punching equipment is disclosed. The ejector and stacker work together to remove vertically-fed paper stacks from a hole punch and align said stacks in a horizontal stacking bin adjacent the punch machine and preferably facing the operator. After the sheets are punched, a sheet transfer mechanism moves the vertically-oriented media stack in a horizontal direction from the punch machine/ejection assembly to the reception assembly. The sheet transfer mechanism may comprise a plurality of transfer paddles arranged on an drive belt wherein a motor rotates the belt to draw a paddle through the paper-receiving channel of the ejection assembly to push the media stack out of the channel. In one version, the media stack is flipped forward to rest in a forward-facing tray, while in another embodiment, the media stack is pushed rearward to rest in a rear-facing tray.

Abstract: Traps, and more particularly collapsible traps used to capture crabs or other live animals. More particularly still, collapsible live animal traps that utilize one or more support members that are stable when assembled, yet easily collapsible.