Abstract: A method for detecting a context of a mobile device (100) equipped with sensors (111, 121, 122, 131) and a context detection module (109) in which the sensors (111, 121, 122, 131) are assigned to at least two groups (110, 120, 30), each of which comprises at least one sensor (111, 121, 122, 131), and each group (110, 120, 130) is allocated a group classifier (116, 126, 136) 10 adapted to detect, in a form of a classification result, currently identified, by means of a given classifier, context of the device (100) based on indications of the sensors (111, 121, 122, 131) belonging to the given group, characterized in that with a use of the context detection module, whereas the groups (110, 102, 130) of sensors are ordered hierarchically, and the device context is detected 1 by reading a classification result indicated by the classifier (116, 126, 136) of the currently active group, wherein in case of detection of an identified context in the active group, switching on power supply of the sensors and activating

Abstract: A method of routing data from a source to one or more clients over a network, where the data conforms to a structured meta-language; in which the routing is performed by a server applying rules to the data itself, and not any address accompanying the data, to determine where to route that data to. The present invention is predicated on the counter-intuitive insight that data does not need to be concealed within a data envelope and given an address label in order to be routed effectively and efficiently. Instead, routing can be performed on the actual content of a message by applying simple routing rules to the data itself by intelligent ‘routing’ servers within the network which can unpack data from their message envelopes and intelligently filter/combine them with data unpacked from other messages to achieve a routing function.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for irradiating biological tissue by EM radiation having radiation frequency(ies) of at most 10 Gigahertz are disclosed herein. In some embodiments, the tissue is irradiated by passing converging EM waves (e.g. generated using an ellipsoidal mirror 110) through a surrogate medium having a specially shaped ENTRY_SURFACE via which the converging EM waves enter the surrogate medium. In some embodiments, a refractive index at a sub-10 Gigahertz of the surrogate medium is at least 2 or at least 3 or at least 5 and/or substantially matches a refractive index of an irradiated biological tissue. In some embodiments, converging EM waves are formed within the surrogate medium. Some embodiments relate to methods and apparatus for irradiating neuron(s), for example, to non-invasively stimulating or otherwise modify a behavior of neuron(s) using focused or non-focused EM radiation.

Abstract: A coupling unit for electrically connecting a head-block to a spreader in a container-lifting arrangement includes a plug member to be mated with a socket member. One of the plug and the socket members is supported on the head-block and the other one is supported on the spreader. Upon connection and disconnection, the plug and socket members are controllable in relative movement separate from the movement of the head-block relative to the spreader. One of the plug and socket members is associated with an actuator and guided for linear movement relative to the other one, whereas the other one of the plug and socket members is universally flexibly suspended.

Abstract: The invention concerns a preform for a plastic container in the form of a can intended particularly for pressurized beverages, and the preform holder in the container manufacturing process. The preform (10) consists of a body (1) with a neck (3) ended with a thin outer flange (4). A supporting flange (6) is formed on the inner wall of the neck (3a), while the outer surface of the neck (3b) is even. The preform holder comprises a body (11) provided with pockets (13). The pockets seat mobile-anchored clasps (14) which are clamped on the body (11) with an elastic clamping ring (15). The clasps (14) each ends with a tooth (16) which extends over the seat (17) where the thin outer flange (4) of the preform (10) rests. The inner side wall of the seat (17) has a groove (19) carved in it to accommodate the supporting flange (6) of the preform (10).

Abstract: The subject of the invention is a method of network traffic management in information and communication systems (in particular, in active network devices) where it is desired/operated/insufficient to use the QoS (Quality of Service) characteristics in order to improve the quality of information and communication services. The method lies in the fact that, by using a multilayer neural network, knowledge base and feedback, the system is able to autonomously adjust QoS parameters and settings in the device to the existing conditions and circumstances.

Abstract: A valve usable to repeatedly open and close a filling-emptying channel associated with a a beverage container includes a valve body (1). The valve body has a central ring (2) supported by arms (7). The ring includes a hole (4). The valve has a deformable valve plate (5) that includes an outer circumferential beveled edge (10). The valve plate further includes a central conical part (6) configured to engage in the hole. When in blocking relation of the channel, the conical part is engaged in the hole and the valve plate has a convex cup shape. Pulling outwardly on the valve body, changes the convexity of the valve plate and enables it to be disengaged from the valve body.

Abstract: A method and system to build a spatial map for a defined location based on the data collected from moving devices to define, measure and categorize the space in any consumer based environment and optimize the location of goods in the defined area. A method and system to collect, store, compare and display the real time positioning data and comparison of emotional and rational decisions, timeframes, biometric data crossed with a store cashier system to verify a purchase decision allowing for the categorization of “heat points” on the spatial map. Also provided is a method that operates in wireless environments.

Abstract: Disclosed here is a jack for the change of a position of the seat base in a wheelchair. The jack has, in the lower frame (1), the driving system of the screw jack with a vertical screw (14) is fixed; and the upper end of the screw (14) is pivotally fixed in the main arms (3) of the scissors system. The driving system of the screw (14) of the screw jack is fixed to the base (11) attached slideably to the lower frame (1) in the tracks (8) in such a way that the screw (14) is permanently in a perpendicular position to the lower frame (1) and the upper frame (2) with maximum deviation of ±10°; and the base (11) is driven by the arms (17), with their first ends fixed pivotally in the main arms (3), and the other ends fixed pivotally in the base (11).

Abstract: A device for measuring sound level, comprising: an inlet opening; a MEMS microphone for measuring sound level; and an external acoustic attenuator with a pressure divider comprising: a first branch between the inlet opening and the membrane of the MEMS microphone via an inlet channel and a resonant cavity; and a second branch between the resonant cavity and a vent chamber via a vent channel.

Abstract: The product unit disclosed herein has identification data that are stored internally in memory. This stored identification data can be viewed as the product unit's “digital nameplate,” in that the data can represent the product unit's identifier, brand, and so on. Each data set is digitally signed while on the production line by using an encryption technique. The digitally signed data set is then written into the product unit's memory where it can be used for verification. A first digitally-signed data set can be used to control the use of one or more software modules that are provided by a software owner. The data that are undergoing signature contain at least one globally-unique identifier, which can be used to identify cloning attempts. Additionally, more than one digital signature can be used, in order to protect and control the use of features other than the software, such as the product brand.

Abstract: A dispensing device (1) for a door of a dishwasher, includes a support body (2) having first and second, longitudinally adjacent, dispensers (5-7; 9, 10), for a washing agent and a rinse agent, respectively; and an electrically controlled actuator device (13), having a stationary structure (15) and a mobile member (18), coupled to the first dispenser (5-7) such that when the door is closed a first energisation of the actuator device (13) causes the dispensing of the washing agent, and coupled to the second dispenser (9, 10) through a transmission mechanism including an interconnecting member (30) which makes the mechanism operative after a first energisation of the actuator device (13) after the door is closed, to allow dispensing of the rinse agent by a subsequent energisation of the actuator device (13). The interconnecting member (30) has an inactive position in which the mechanism is inoperative when the door is opened.

Abstract: An actuator device which includes a stationary support structure, a movable member displaceable relative to the structure, and a wire of a shape-memory material, which extends in the structure between two anchoring elements and the movable member such that the wire shortens when an electric current flows therethrough, causing a displacement of the movable member against the action of a counteracting member. In the structure there are provided two deflection members disposed along the path of the shape-memory wire, each one between the movable member and the corresponding anchoring element of the wire, such as to cause a deflection of the wire between each anchoring element and the movable member.

Abstract: Methods of inducing nucleation of a material is provided. The disclosed methods comprise the steps of bringing the material to a temperature near or below a phase transition temperature and altering the pressure to induce nucleation of the material. The disclosed methods are useful in freeze-drying processes, particularly pharmaceutical freeze-drying processes.

Abstract: Isolated peptides, compositions and methods of use for treating tumors infiltrated with macrophages, such as glioblastomas.

Abstract: Robot for over-ceiling space inspection fitted with the enclosure with a camera inside with the preview on the operator's computer display is characterized in that it has the gripper (4) with the axis of rotation (3) of the gripper tip (1,2) and the wrist body (6) which has the gripper hinge (5) and the arm (7) connecting the bunch with the robot body. Preferably, it has not less than 6 walking legs (10), where the hind legs move autonomously repeating the movement of the front legs (10). The components of the gripper (4) have a defined range of operation (9), the gripper in the wrist—110° and the gripper tip—270 °. The robot has the gripper tip composed of two layers (1,2), wherein the layer (1) is made of an elastic material having a high coefficient of friction, while the layer (2) is made of a hard material having a low coefficient of friction.

Abstract: A IRID object identification system equipped with active identifiers operation of which is based on transmission in the infrared radiation band is characterised in that the identification system uses IRID active identifiers operation of which is based on transmission in the infrared radiation band generated by narrow-angle infrared transmitters whereas a battery (3) of the energy management system (2) is recharged by solar cells (6), and the system comprises a device provided with transmitter (4) and receiver (5) equipped with reader (7). The device (1) of the system makes use directivity of emission in the infrared radiation band to analyse direction of motion of the identifier. This offers the possibility to handle more than one identifier present within the range of reader (7) and thus allows to overlap range areas of a plurality of readers (7) in the barrier or cellular (honeycomb) topology to increase precision of location of objects in a predefined area.

Abstract: The “Hulajbiega” for rehabilitation and training, comprising a driven track belt made in the form of the endless belt tightened on rollers, lifting mechanism used to change the training load and the handrail to facilitate balancing is characterized in that it comprises the running track fixed to the frame (1), and roller system (3.5), drive shaft (4) and lifting system 7 installed between the foot and the frame for changing the slope of the track belt. Preferably, the belt (2) of the running track has a wedge-shaped ridge on the inner side with a shape corresponding to the groove in the roller (3.5) and the landings for foot for on both sides of the track (2).

Abstract: Disclosed are amino triazole compounds substituted by a carboxylate functional group or an bioisosteric polar functional group. Compounds having the carboxylate moiety or carboxylate bioisostere inhibit acidic mammalian chitinase. Also provided are methods of using the compounds to treat asthma reactions caused by allergens.