Abstract: A computer-implemented method for automatically generating learning exercises, including determining a target learning item in response to an event, obtaining a knowledge level of a learner in relation to the target learning item based on a model of the learner as produced by an automated learner model, associating a level of difficulty with the obtained knowledge level of the learner, retrieving a learning exercise pattern from an exercise pattern database, automatically generating a learning exercise relating to the retrieved learning exercise pattern based on the model of the learner and the associated level of difficulty; and presenting the learning exercise to the learner via an exercise interface.

Abstract: A method and apparatus is disclosed of employing an information device (20) to transfer one or more data items from a remote holding area (32) to a local device (46) in dependence upon an access identifier representing the location of the one or more data items. The method comprises the steps of presenting an audio/visual representation of the access identifier at the information device (20), capturing the audio/visual representation at the local device (46), determining the location of the one or more data items from the captured audio/visual representation, and transferring the one or more data items to the local device (46) from the determined location. In a preferred embodiment, the information device (20) is a mobile device such as a mobile telephone, the audio/visual representation comprises a graphical representation such as a bar code that is displayed on a display (25) of the information device (20), and the bar code representation is captured at the local device (46) using a bar code scanner (49).

Abstract: A handrail system (10) for young children which is mountable on the balusters (51) of an existing handrail. Easily raised to accommodate a child as he grows, the handrail system (10) comprises at least one holding cup (23), a rail segment (11) and a support bracket (20) affixed thereto. The holding cup (23) includes a bifurcated structure with a pair of opposing concave walls which extend outwardly from their respective shoulders (24). In assembled relation, a flat-faced flange (21) which anchors the the support bracket (20) is slideably receivable between the opposing concave walls. Clampable onto a baluster (51) in such a way that they encircle a short portion of it, the flange (21) and the holding cup (23) define, respectively, a pair of elongated, opposing curvilinear slots (12, 32; 22, 42) and holes (25) in the shoulders (24) for threadedly engaging screws (29) fitted into the slots.

Abstract: A handrail system optimized for use-with children under 5 years of age, which includes an elongated rail and support brackets for hanging it, beneath a standard handrail, at a height of about 28 inches and within easy reach of toddlers. Shaped to fit a child's hand, the rail of generally circular transverse cross-section, defines an elongated pocket for receiving the user's thumb so that the child can grip the rail firmly. Also included is an elongated rubber insert mounted on the rail and spaced apart from the elongated pocket. The rubber insert is positioned in such a way that when the user's hand grips the rail and his thumb engages the pocket, his finger tips press against the rubber insert, reducing the child's chances of slippage. Installable by the average do-it-yourselfer, three support bracket embodiments are provided: one attachable to the standard handrail and the others to the wall.

Abstract: A method and apparatus is disclosed of employing an information device (20) to transfer one or more data items from a remote holding area (32) to a local device (46) in dependence upon an access identifier representing the location of the one or more data items. The method comprises the steps of presenting an audio/visual representation of the access identifier at the information device (20), capturing the audio/visual representation at the local device (46), determining the location of the one or more data items from the captured audio/visual representation, and transferring the one or more data items to the local device (46) from the determined location. In a preferred embodiment, the information device (20) is a mobile device such as a mobile telephone, the audio/visual representation comprises a graphical representation such as a bar code that is displayed on a display (25) of the information device (20), and the bar code representation is captured at the local device (46) using a bar code scanner (49).

Abstract: A method is provided of retrieving one or more data items stored in a protected area of a remote server for transferral to a local device. A trusted connection is formed between an information device and the protected area of the remote server. The information device and the trusted connection are employed to select a first group of one or more data items stored in the protected area of the remote server. The first group of data items are transferred from the protected area to a holding area outside the protected area of the remote server. A retrieval connection is formed between the local device and the holding area. A second group of one or more data items is determined from the first group of data items transferred to the holding area. The second group of data items is transferred from the holding area to the local device over the retrieval connection.

Abstract: In accordance with the present invention, there is provided an apparatus for extracting an embedded or long nail comprising:a) a first front body section having first and second ends wherein a vertical striking surface is provided at said first end;b) a second body section integrally connected to the second end of said first front body section, said second body section having:i) a bottom wall and opposite side walls projecting upwardly from the edges of said bottom wall,ii) upstanding handle means connected to the top of said side walls,iii) an opening in said bottom wall centrally disposed beneath said handle means, andiv) a horizontal V-shaped cut in said bottom wall, said cut facing into said opening; andc) a rear body section having bottom and opposite vertical side walls integrally connected to the bottom and side walls of said second body section, wherein the bottom wall of said rear body section is curved upwardly and rearwardly and having a V-shaped cut in the distal end of said bottom wall.