Abstract: An apparatus and method provide customer service for users of online applications. A first set of instructions are executable on the processor that are configured to test a device connected to a network to produce one or more test results. A second set of instructions are executable on the processor that are configured to store the one or more test results in a database. A third set of instructions are executable on the processor that are configured to retrieve the test results for display on a customer service screen during customer service.

Abstract: An apparatus and method provide customer service for users of online applications. A first set of instructions are executable on the processor that are configured to test a device connected to a network to produce one or more test results. A second set of instructions are executable on the processor that are configured to store the one or more test results in a database. A third set of instructions are executable on the processor that are configured to retrieve the test results for display on a customer service screen during customer service.

Abstract: An apparatus and method provide customer service for users of online applications. A first set of instructions are executable on the processor that are configured to test a device connected to a network to produce one or more test results. A second set of instructions are executable on the processor that are configured to store the one or more test results in a database. A third set of instructions are executable on the processor that are configured to retrieve the test results for display on a customer service screen during customer service.

Abstract: An access control system for a building or campus includes an access control host and a mobile device. The access control host is configured to interact with one or more physical control panels to monitor and control physical access to one or more locations of the building or campus. The mobile device includes a virtual panel configured to emulate one or more of the physical control panels to the access control host and perform one or more access control functions of the physical control panels. The virtual panel configures the mobile device to operate as a portable control panel in the access control system.

Abstract: An apparatus and method provide customer service for users of online applications. A first set of instructions are executable on the processor that are configured to test a device connected to a network to produce one or more test results. A second set of instructions are executable on the processor that are configured to store the one or more test results in a database. A third set of instructions are executable on the processor that are configured to retrieve the test results for display on a customer service screen during customer service.

Abstract: An access control system for a building or campus includes an access control host and a mobile device. The access control host is configured to interact with one or more physical control panels to monitor and control physical access to one or more locations of the building or campus. The mobile device includes a virtual panel configured to emulate one or more of the physical control panels to the access control host and perform one or more access control functions of the physical control panels. The virtual panel configures the mobile device to operate as a portable control panel in the access control system.

Abstract: A method of determining the crack growth life of a thin, polymeric material is provided. The method includes the steps of providing a sample of the thin, polymeric material having a predetermined length, width and thickness. A groove is then formed in the sample followed by the formation of a crack in the groove. The sample is then secured in a test apparatus that cycles the sample in a bending mode at a predetermined frequency. The crack length is measured in the sample after a predetermined number of cycles. The crack growth data is collected over a period of cycles to determine the crack growth life in the sample.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a process of isolating an extract from a Euphorbia obesa (EO) plant by: preparing a sample of said plant comprising removal of the latex material; dissolving said sample with first solvent to form a solution; separating said solution into a liquid and a pulp fraction; and purifying said pulp fraction. The isolated EO extract induces apoptosis and inhibits growth of a cancerous cell. Thus, the present invention is also directed to a method for inducing apoptosis and growth inhibition of a cancerous cell by contacting the cell with an effective amount of the EO extract by the process of the invention. Preferably, the extract is administered both to the tumor directly and intravenously. The preferred lines of cancerous cells are melanoma, non-small cell lung cancer, prostate cancer, breast carcinoma, ovarian cancer, lymphoma and leukemia cells.

Abstract: A test fixture, test apparatus, and test method utilize a radially cut tire section that is mounted and sealed to a test jig in a airtight manner such that an air chamber is formed between an innerliner surface of the radial tire section and a recessed portion of the jig body such that the tire section may be pressurized on the test jig. A test surface is provided and either the test surface or the test jig is moveable relative to the other to the other to provide a dynamic load to the radial tire sections.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a process of isolating an extract from a Euphorbaciae obesa (EO) plant by: preparing a sample of said plant comprising removal of the latex material; dissolving said sample with first solvent to form a solution; seperating said solution into a liquid and a pulp fraction; and purifying said pulp fraction. The isolated EO extract induces apoptosis and inhibits growth of a cancerous cell. Thus, the present invention is also directed to a method for inducing apoptosis and growth inhibition of a cancerous cell by contacting the cell with an effective amount of the EO extract by the process of the invention. Preferably, the extract is administered both to the tumor directly and intravenously. The preferred lines of cancerous cells are melanoma, non-small cell lung cancer, prostate cancer, breast carcinoma, ovarian cancer, lymphoma and leukemia cells.

Abstract: A trolling motor bracket having a pivoting "breakaway" feature to protect the shaft of a trolling motor, and a shaft rotating feature, which bracket is characterized by a shaft bracket having a split housing and designed to adjustably receive the trolling motor shaft; a bracket hinge pivotally attached to the shaft bracket, and breakaway pins for friction engagement with a cooperating slot in the shaft bracket to facilitate downward pivoting of the shaft bracket and trolling motor with respect to the bracket hinge when the trolling motor encounters an underwater obstacle; and a support bracket mounted on a conventional trolling motor lift bracket attached to the boat, and attached to the bracket hinge. The trolling motor can be pivotally adjusted with respect to the bow of the boat by operation of the bracket hinge, and the pressure required to effect downward pivoting of the shaft bracket and trolling motor shaft on the bracket hinge can be controlled by adjusting the breakaway pins.