Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide an apparatus for determining spectral information of a three-dimensional object, comprising a cavity (110) for location in relation to the object, an imaging light source (120) located in relation to the cavity, wherein the imaging source is controllable to selectively emit light in a plurality of wavelength ranges, structured light source (130) for emitting structured illumination toward the object, wherein the structured light source comprises a plurality of illumination devices arranged around the cavity, one or more imaging devices (140) for generating image data relating to at least a portion of the object, a control unit, wherein the control unit (1100) is arranged to control the structured light source to emit the structured illumination and to control the imaging light source to emit light in a selected one or more of the plurality of wavelength ranges, a data storage unit (1120) arranged to store image data corresponding to the structured illumination and

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide an apparatus for determining spectral information of a three-dimensional object, comprising a cavity (110) for location in relation to the object, an imaging light source (120) located in relation to the cavity, wherein the imaging source is controllable to selectively emit light in a plurality of wavelength ranges, structured light source (130) for emitting structured illumination toward the object, wherein the structured light source comprises a plurality of illumination devices arranged around the cavity, one or more imaging devices (140) for generating image data relating to at least a portion of the object, a control unit, wherein the control unit (1100) is arranged to control the structured light source to emit the structured illumination and to control the imaging light source to emit light in a selected one or more of the plurality of wavelength ranges, a data storage unit (1120) arranged to store image data corresponding to the structured illumination and

Abstract: An electrical temperature sensor (10) comprises a liquid crystalline material (12). First and second electrically conductive contacts (14), (16), having a spaced relationship therebetween, contact the liquid crystalline material (12). An electric property measuring device is electrically connected to the first and second contacts (14), (16) and is arranged to measure an electric property of the liquid crystalline material (12). The liquid crystalline material (12) has a transition temperature T at which it undergoes a phase change between polar and non-polar phases. The phase change between polar and non-polar phases causes a change in said electric property of the liquid crystalline material (12).

Abstract: A pathogen sensor comprising a growth medium upon which and/or within which a pathogen may grow, the growth medium comprising nutrients which facilitate growth of the pathogen, wherein the pathogen sensor further comprises an electronic detection apparatus configured to detect an electrochemical change mediated by the pathogen.

Abstract: An electrical temperature sensor (10) comprises a liquid crystalline material (12). First and second electrically conductive contacts (14), (16), having a spaced relationship therebetween, contact the liquid crystalline material (12). An electric property measuring device is electrically connected to the first and second contacts (14), (16) and is arranged to measure an electric property of the liquid crystalline material (12). The liquid crystalline material (12) has a transition temperature T at which it undergoes a phase change between polar and non-polar phases. The phase change between polar and non-polar phases causes a change in said electric property of the liquid crystalline material (12).

Abstract: The present invention relates to a system for distributing perishable goods. In particular, it relates to a system for monitoring stress suffered by perishable goods during transport. In particular, it relates to a system and method for distributing cut flowers and/or vegetables.

Abstract: Methods and systems are provided for controlling a first node in an ad hoc network including network nodes, at least some of which are asynchronous nodes having a dormancy period and a non-dormancy period. The method may include activating a non-dormant-state after a predetermined period of dormancy. The method may also include storing status information at the first node, said status information describing at least one condition of the first node. The method may also include receiving, during the non-dormant-state, status information about a second, non dormant node. The method may also include storing the received status information at the first node. The method may also include communicating the stored status information of the first node and the second node and reactivating the dormant-state.

Abstract: A metal channel includes at least one contact surface with a sound/vibration suppression material disposed on the contact surface. The contact surface attaches to a panel product such as drywall used in walls and ceilings. In one embodiment, the suppression layer is a lamination of glue, polymer, and scratch resistant layers. The contact surface may also attach or otherwise contact a contact surface of another metal channel and/or a complimentary metal channel that when fitted together comprise at least part of a building structure. The panel attached to any of the channels is, for example, a drywall product such as SUPRESS™ brand sound engineered products.

Abstract: A wheel immobilizer for substantially preventing rotation of a wheelchair wheel or tire about a central axis thereof is provided comprising a pivoting wheel stop carrying a detent and a rotating cam having a receiver. The detent seats in the receiver when the wheel immobilizer is in an unlocked position (with the wheel stop held at a spaced distance from the wheel) to allow rotation thereof. A lever is operably connected to the cam, whereby actuating the lever rotates the cam and unseats the detent from the receiver, urging a wheel-contacting surface of the wheel stop into locking contact with the wheel. In another aspect, a wheel locking assembly is provided comprising paired wheel immobilizers as described which may be operated independently. In still another aspect, a wheel locking assembly is provided comprising a first and second wheel immobilizer, wherein the first and second wheel immobilizers are operably linked by a flexible linkage.

Abstract: A wheelchair wheel locking assembly comprises a first and a second displaceable wheel-engaging member, having a substantially continuously flexible linkage operably connecting the first and second wheel-engaging members. In the event the continuously flexible linkage is severed, the first wheel stop may continue to be operated by the actuating lever. A wheel-contacting surface of the wheel-engaging member may include a recess for engaging a portion of a wheel in an interference fit. A wheelchair comprising the wheel locking mechanism of the invention is also provided.