Abstract: Methods and apparatus for multi-purpose metering are disclosed. An example method includes acquiring a rate of data transfer to/from the monitored location and comparing the acquired rate of data transfer to a threshold. The example method also includes setting at least one media monitoring device in a first bandwidth mode when the acquired rate of data transfer exceeds the threshold, and setting the at least one media monitoring device in a second bandwidth mode when the acquired rate of data transfer is below the threshold.

Abstract: A handbag includes a body forming an interior compartment and an opening for accessing the interior compartment, a first hanger within the interior compartment, a second hanger within the interior compartment, a first pocket assembly removably secured to the first hanger so that the first pocket assembly hangs from the first hanger within the interior compartment and is accessible through the opening, and a second pocket assembly removably secured to the second hanger so that the second pocket assembly hangs from the second hanger within the interior compartment and is accessible through the opening. The first and second pocket assemblies are interchangeable with other pocket assemblies to easily configure the interior compartment in any desired manner for storage and they are also interchangeable with other handbags so that items stored in the pockets assemblies can be easily transferred to other handbags.

Abstract: A conductor assembly, a conductor spacer and an associated method for separating conductors are provided in order to secure conductors to one another and/or to an underlying platform. A conductor assembly includes a spacer body having a prismatic solid shape, first and second conductors that extend alongside the spacer body and first and second ties for securing the conductors to the spacer body. The spacer body includes a pair of end faces and a plurality of side faces extending between the end faces. The spacer body also defines an internal cavity that is accessible via openings defined by the end faces and at least two of the side faces. The spacer body is configured to provide different spacings between the conductors when the ties extend through different ones of the openings.

Abstract: Balanced microstrip folded dipole antennas and matching networks are disclosed. In some examples, an antenna system includes a folded dipole having first and second portions, a first transmission line located on a first side of a printed circuit board, a second transmission line located on a second side of the printed circuit board opposite the first transmission line, the first and second transmission lines being coupled to respective folded dipole portions, and a balanced microstrip matching network comprising first and second portions, the first and second matching network portions coupled to respective ones of the first and second transmission lines.

Abstract: A tail light assembly includes a housing, one or more lights arranged to emit light in a first direction, and a side marker connected to the housing and arranged to emit light in a second direction, approximately perpendicular to the first direction. The lights may include one or more light emitting diodes (“LEDs”) to reduce power consumption of the tail light assembly.

Abstract: According to one aspect of an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure, an aircraft loading/unloading vehicle includes a chassis and a first driving position located at the front of the aircraft loading vehicle. The vehicle also includes a loading platform that is coupled to the chassis. The loading platform is vertically moveable to reach a doorsill height of an aircraft. A cargo cabin is also coupled to the chassis. The cargo cabin encloses a second driving position that allows a driver to face rearward. The second driving position includes a steering controller, a gear selector, and a brake.

Abstract: A conductor assembly, a conductor spacer and an associated method for separating conductors are provided in order to secure conductors to one another and/or to an underlying platform. A conductor assembly includes a spacer body having a prismatic solid shape, first and second conductors that extend alongside the spacer body and first and second ties for securing the conductors to the spacer body. The spacer body includes a pair of end faces and a plurality of side faces extending between the end faces. The spacer body also defines an internal cavity that is accessible via openings defined by the end faces and at least two of the side faces. The spacer body is configured to provide different spacings between the conductors when the ties extend through different ones of the openings.

Abstract: Balanced microstrip folded dipole antennas and matching networks are disclosed. In some examples, an antenna system includes a folded dipole having first and second portions, a first transmission line located on a first side of a printed circuit board, a second transmission line located on a second side of the printed circuit board opposite the first transmission line, the first and second transmission lines being coupled to respective folded dipole portions, and a balanced microstrip matching network comprising first and second portions, the first and second matching network portions coupled to respective ones of the first and second transmission lines.

Abstract: Balanced microstrip folded dipole antennas and matching networks are disclosed. In some examples, an antenna system includes a printed circuit board having first and second dielectric layers, and respective portions of the first and second dielectric layers bound a ground plane. The system further includes a balanced folded dipole, wherein a first portion of the folded dipole is located on the first dielectric layer, and a second portion is located on the second dielectric layer. First and second transmission lines are coupled to respective folded dipole portions. A matching network includes first and second portions that are coupled to respective transmission lines and have equal impedances. Each matching network portion includes a tapered first microstrip, having a narrow end coupled to a respective transmission line, a second microstrip coupled to the first microstrip, and a third microstrip coupled orthogonally to the second microstrip via a mitered bend.

Abstract: Balanced microstrip folded dipole antennas and matching networks are disclosed. In some examples, an antenna system includes a printed circuit board having first and second dielectric layers, and respective portions of the first and second dielectric layers bound a ground plane. The system further includes a balanced folded dipole, wherein a first portion of the folded dipole is located on the first dielectric layer, and a second portion is located on the second dielectric layer. First and second transmission lines are coupled to respective folded dipole portions. A matching network includes first and second portions that are coupled to respective transmission lines and have equal impedances. Each matching network portion includes a tapered first microstrip, having a narrow end coupled to a respective transmission line, a second microstrip coupled to the first microstrip, and a third microstrip coupled orthogonally to the second microstrip via a mitered bend.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for detecting the presence of colorectal cancer in an individual, wherein colorectal cancer is detected by detecting the presence of Reg1? or TIMP1 nucleic acid or amino acid molecules in a clinical sample obtained from the patient, wherein Reg1? or TIMP1 expression is indicative of the presence of colorectal cancer. The invention further relates to a method for detecting the presence of colorectal cancer in an individual, wherein colorectal cancer is detected by detecting the presence of Reg1? or TIMP1 nucleic acid or amino acid molecules in a clinical sample, in addition to detecting the presence of one or more additional colorectal cancer associated markers.

Abstract: A subscriber's prepay balance is provided to a wireless mobile station (e.g., a cellular telephone) for visual display to a subscriber. Preferably, the prepay balance information is retrieved by a prepay application and, rather than be provided to an interactive voice response unit for conversion into an audible message, the prepay balance is provided through the network to the mobile station itself and displayed thereon. The prepay balance can be provided upon registering the mobile station with the carrier's network and/or upon completion of a phone call. In this way, within a relatively short period of time following the termination of a phone call or during registration, the subscriber's mobile station automatically displays the new prepay balance.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for detecting the presence of colorectal cancer in an individual, wherein colorectal cancer is detected by detecting the presence of Reg1&agr; or TIMP1 nucleic acid or amino acid molecules in a clinical sample obtained from the patient, wherein Reg1&agr; or TIMP1 expression is indicative of the presence of colorectal cancer. The invention further relates to a method for detecting the presence of colorectal cancer in an individual, wherein colorectal cancer is detected by detecting the presence of Reg1&agr; or TIMP1 nucleic acid or amino acid molecules in a clinical sample, in addition to detecting the presence of one or more additional colorectal cancer associated markers.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for temporarily inserting a radioactive source in a body. A flexible, closed-end sheath is first inserted in the body in a known way. Thereafter a radiation device having a radioactive source therein is inserted into the sheath and detachably connected to a fixing element. After a predetermined period of time, the radiation device is disconnected from the fixing element and removed from the body.