Abstract: An integrated duct assembly and method of using the same. A unitary integrated duct assembly comprises a louver and plenum box integrated with angular blades and weep holes. The unitary integrated duct assembly further comprises the plenum box comprising a front, a rear, and a base. The base is angled such that it slants downward from the rear to the front, wherein the plenum box is physically coupled at the front to the louver.

Abstract: A multi-tap integrated duct assembly apparatus and method of using the same. A unitary integrated duct assembly comprises a louver and plenum box integrated with angular blades and weep holes. The unitary integrated duct assembly further comprises the plenum box comprising a front, a rear, and a base. The base is angled such that it slants downward from the rear to the front, wherein the plenum box is physically coupled at the front to the louver. At least two inlet members coupled to an intake end of the plenum box enable passage of air flow from an internal environment to an external environment through the blades of the plenum box. In this manner, additional ducts can be coupled to the inlet members without the use of additional plenum boxes. At least one divider segregates the air flow passing through the plenum box.

Abstract: A method for improving boarding of passengers and baggage onto a flight, comprises, at a predetermined time before the scheduled departure of the flight, determining an eligible carry-on baggage items count of carry-on baggage items eligible for treatment as checked baggage items. The eligible carry-on baggage items count is based on predetermined criteria comprising at least one of an aircraft type for the flight, a passenger load factor for the flight and carrier historical data relevant to the flight. If the eligible carry-on items count is greater than zero, then an offer to a passenger on the flight to have the passenger's carry-on baggage item treated as a checked baggage item is communicated, and the passenger's communication in response to the offer is received. For each accepted offer, decrementing the eligible carry-on items count.

Abstract: A bucket clamp assembly receives and supports a five gallon bucket securely in place while the user mixes slurry-like products. The bucket is preferably inserted into the clamp assembly on the ground. The user places the bucket on a base plate between a fixed front support and an opposing hinged rear support and firmly against the hinged rear support, thereby raising a lever arm operating the hinged support to an open position. The user then presses her or his right foot firmly down on the exposed upper surface of the base plate and places the left foot across the lever arm. The clamp is thereby securely pressed to the ground using the worker's body weight. Further pressing the left foot down across the lever arm also forces the hinged rear clamp support surface to swing distally or forwardly, thereby firmly squeezing the sides of the bucket against the opposing, fixed clamp support, securing the bucket in place for safe and efficient mixing.