Abstract: A wireless plant sensor system transmits data in real time via a cloud. The system comprises a child sensor digitally and wirelessly connected to a parent sensor, the parent sensor relaying plant sensor data to the cloud central processing unit, and a user interface that is digitally connected to the cloud. The sensor processing unit provides control and management of system power via a power regulator circuit, which is electrically engaged to power harvesting components, which include a solar cell, a rf energy harvester, a rf antenna and rechargeable energy storage components. The input components to the sensor processing unit include; an accelerometer, temperature and humidity sensor, and an analog front end/LED driver that controls a plurality of LED light guides and emitters. The power regulator circuit regulates power flow from a solar cell and a rf energy harvester to a rechargeable power source.

Abstract: A wireless plant sensor system transmits data in real time via a cloud. The system comprises a child sensor digitally and wirelessly connected to a parent sensor, the parent sensor relaying plant sensor data to the cloud, a processing unit, and a user interface that is digitally connected to the cloud. The child and parent sensors have microprocessors that provide control and management of sensor power with a power regulator circuit, which is electrically engaged to power harvesting components, that include a solar cell, a rf energy harvester, a rf antenna and rechargeable energy storage components. The input components to the sensor microprocessor including an accelerometer, temperature and humidity sensor, and an analog front end/LED driver that controls a plurality of LED light guides and emitters.

Abstract: The wheal and flare analyzing system analyzes the mast cell reaction to an allergen being administered in a scratch or prick skin test. The system comprises a sensor array and a processing unit. The sensor array includes a plurality of emitters surrounding a receiver at the allergen test site. Energy of various wavelengths is emitted into the allergen test site. An energy receiver measures reflected various wavelengths from the plurality of emitters. A microprocessor is in digital communication with the plurality of emitters and the energy receiver. The reflected wavelengths have an energy return indicative of the intensity of the allergic reaction in the mast cells. The intensity of the allergic reaction is analyzable from the reflected wavelengths and other data over time. A plurality of temperature sensors measuring local dermal temperatures surrounding the sensor array, the local dermal temperature being indicative of the intensity of the allergic reaction.

Abstract: The wheal and flare analyzing system analyzes the mast cell reaction to an allergen being administered in a scratch or prick skin test. The system comprises a sensor array and a processing unit. The sensor array includes a plurality of emitters surrounding a receiver at the allergen test site. Energy of various wavelengths is emitted into the allergen test site. An energy receiver measures reflected various wavelengths from the plurality of emitters. A microprocessor is in digital communication with the plurality of emitters and the energy receiver. The reflected wavelengths have an energy return indicative of the intensity of the allergic reaction in the mast cells. The intensity of the allergic reaction is analyzable from the reflected wavelengths and other data over time. A plurality of temperature sensors measuring local dermal temperatures surrounding the sensor array, the local dermal temperature being indicative of the intensity of the allergic reaction.

Abstract: A produce freshness sensor inexpensive enough to be discarded after each produce use, and multi-functional that is affixed to the produce by the grower that monitors parameters that affects produce freshness (to measure color and chemical composition), the sensor being used throughout the produce distribution system. A sensor monitors produce freshness and comprises one or more emitters, a temperature sensor, a microprocessor, and a transceiver mounted on a printed circuit board. The sensor is affixed relative to the produce. Power usage is critical to prolong operational time of the temperature sensor. Data collection and transmission are controlled to minimize run time and power usage. An initial baseline is established when the sensor is affixed relative to the produce, the start time and baseline measurements being recorded relative to the baseline. The real-time information is subsequently processed to provide analysis and relevant data to users throughout the produce distribution system.

Abstract: A user-actuatable vehicle door control, comprising: at least one force sensing member disposed beneath at least one force transfer member, the at least one force sensing member operative to detect the intensity of forces applied thereto, and the at least one force transfer member moveable upon user application thereto of one or more forces so as to transfer the one or more user-applied forces to one or more locations on the at least one force sensing member; and a controller operatively connected to the at least one force sensing member.

Abstract: A system for accessing a vehicle when the main battery is incapable of supplying sufficient power for actuating the vehicle's power door locks/latches comprises: a power supply in the door or release handle supplying power to the vehicle's power latch; an entry authentication device for receiving one or more inputs for authenticating a user's access to the vehicle, the entry authentication device powered by the rechargeable power supply; and a latch controller powered by the power supply and operatively connected to the power latch and the at least one entry authentication device to receive information from the entry authentication device corresponding to the one or more inputs. The latch controller can authenticate a user's access to the vehicle to place the power latch in an unlocked state so that the door can be opened.

Abstract: A timer assembly is trapped against a motor and gear box assembly by a bracket. The bracket is U-shaped to cradle the timer assembly in the bracket. It includes ears with apertures therein that mate with apertures in ears extending from the motor assembly. Rivets extend through the apertures to connect the ears together.