Abstract: A method and system (1) for delivering tailored information to a user based on an updatable user profile. The system includes an information database (2), a user device (3) and a processor (4). The information database (2) includes a plurality of categorised information items (5). The user device (3) includes a user interface (7). The processor (4) generates an information feed (6), by selecting one or more information items (5) from said information database (2), each information item (5) being selected based on its categorised relevance to a user profile. The processor (4) then outputs said information feed (6) to the user interface (7) of said user device (3), receives a user feedback score (8) of each information item (5), via said user interface (7) and updates said user profile based on said user feedback score(s) (8).

Abstract: An in-toilet urine sampling and measurement system is disclosed. One or more toilet sensors trigger volatilization, measurement, and analysis of volatile compounds in a urine sample. Volatile urine compounds may be concentrated, measured, and analyzed by a measurement system attached to a toilet bowl. A volatilizer system may use heat generated from one or more measurement devices to assist in volatilization of the urine sample.

Abstract: Body temperature of a toilet user may be non-intrusively obtained on a regular basis using one or more non-contact optical temperature sensors having a field-of-view between a surface of a toilet bowl and a user of the toilet while the user is releasing body excrement into the toilet. An output of the non-contact optical temperature sensor is used to determine a body temperature of the user based on at least one of: a temperature of the body excrement while the body excrement is in the field-of-view of the non-contact optical temperature sensor, a temperature of a perineal area of the user while using the toilet, a temperature of the body excrement while the body excrement is detached from the body and falling toward the surface of the toilet bowl, or a combination thereof.

Abstract: Body temperature of a toilet user may be non-intrusively obtained on a regular basis using one or more non-contact optical temperature sensors having a field-of-view between a surface of a toilet bowl and a user of the toilet while the user is releasing body excrement into the toilet. An output of the non-contact optical temperature sensor is used to determine a body temperature of the user based on at least one of: a temperature of the body excrement while the body excrement is in the field-of-view of the non-contact optical temperature sensor, a temperature of a perineal area of the user while using the toilet, a temperature of the body excrement while the body excrement is detached from the body and falling toward the surface of the toilet bowl, or a combination thereof.

Abstract: A piston flush toilet apparatus is disclosed. The piston flush toilet apparatus comprises one or more leaky piston seals which allow lubrication to leak in a predetermined direction. The leaky lubrication keeps waste from entering unwanted areas of the piston drive system while also lubricating the piston and macerated waste. An internal piston maceration system is also disclosed and claimed. Additionally, a microscope and light built into the piston is also disclosed and claimed.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical dispensing method using an unattended medical kiosk is disclosed. The pharmaceutical dispensing method securely dispenses medication to users, and provides a format for dispensing that can be easily localized, such as in the form of an unattended medical kiosk while maintaining security, privacy, and verified user identification. In some embodiments the pharmaceutical dispensing method relies on medical testing in the kiosk in order to verify user identification before dispensing medication. In an embodiment a user payment bypass may be utilized in cases of high medical risk allowing the user to get life-saving medication quickly, and in another embodiment a method of remote prescription approval is provided. Further varieties and embodiments of pharmaceutical dispensing using an unattended medical kiosk are disclosed.

Abstract: An in-toilet apparatus for discrimination of urine and feces is disclosed. An optical sensor is provided for the analysis of urination and defecation events within a toilet bowl. Additionally, strain gauges are provided to make possible the quantification of urine and feces that a user releases. The combination of data from the optical sensors and strain gauges makes it possible for a user to readily know the mass of their bodily excrements, characterized by excrement type. In several embodiments the optical sensor is a thermal camera mounted on the toilet seat or in the toilet bowl. In other embodiments the optical sensor is a water level sensor. In varying embodiments, strain gauges are located in the toilet seat or in an attached footscale or both.

Abstract: An in-toilet apparatus for discrimination of urine and feces is disclosed. An optical sensor is provided for the analysis of urination and defecation events within a toilet bowl. Additionally, strain gauges are provided to make possible the quantification of urine and feces that a user releases. The combination of data from the optical sensors and strain gauges makes it possible for a user to readily know the mass of their bodily excrements, characterized by excrement type. In several embodiments the optical sensor is a thermal camera mounted on the toilet seat or in the toilet bowl. In other embodiments the optical sensor is a water level sensor. In varying embodiments, strain gauges are located in the toilet seat or in an attached footscale or both.

Abstract: An in-toilet urine sampling and measurement system is disclosed. One or more toilet sensors trigger volatilization, measurement, and analysis of volatile compounds in a urine sample. Volatile urine compounds may be concentrated, measured, and analyzed by a measurement system attached to a toilet bowl. A volatilizer system may use heat generated from one or more measurement devices to assist in volatilization of the urine sample.

Abstract: A user-identifying adjustable footstool that is capable of identifying individual users and automatically adjusting based on user-identification. The footstool can save preferences for different users, such as specific heights or angles. These preferences are called when a user is successfully identified by the footstool. The user-identifying adjustable footstool is particularly useful in conjunction with a toilet, to allow users to achieve individualized squatting positions while using traditional western toilets.

Abstract: A toilet with a base portion containing a front facing user-accessible compartment is disclosed. A channel is provided within a base portion for connecting a floor sewer pipe to the raised base of the toilet. Multiple embodiments are disclosed in which the user-accessible front facing user-accessible compartment comprises a retractable foot spa, a retractable scale, a computer processor, and user health devices. User interfaces are disclosed for the operation of the front facing user-accessible compartment and other functions of the front facing user-accessible compartment. Latching and moving mechanisms are also disclosed and claimed herein.

Abstract: A device for encrypted communication with external entities is configured to frustrate side channel attacks attempting to determine an encryption key. The device has a first memory, an encryption key stored in the first memory and a one-way function for application to the encryption key. During use the encryption key is retrieved from the first memory prior to application to the one-way function and the device is configured to limit the number of times the encryption key is allowed to be retrieved from the first memory in a given period of time.

Abstract: A system for encrypted communication with external entities is configured to frustrate side channel attacks attempting to determine an encryption key. The system has a device with an encryption key stored in memory, an external entity with identity data for transmission to the device to initiate communication such that in response the device applies a one way function to the encryption key and the identity data to generate a variant key used to authenticate communications between the device and the external entity. The device is configured to limit the number of times the encryption key is allowed to be retrieved from the first memory to a pre-determined threshold.

Abstract: A method of encrypted communication between entities in a manner that frustrates side channel attacks attempting to determine an encryption key. The method involves providing a device with an encryption key stored in memory, providing an external entity with identity data for transmission to the device, applying a one way function to the encryption key and the identity data to generate a variant key, authenticating communications between the device and the external entity with the variant key and limiting the number of times the encryption key is retrieved from the first memory to a pre-determined threshold.

Abstract: A device for encrypted communication with external entities is configured to frustrate side channel attacks attempting to determine an encryption key. The device has a first memory, an encryption key stored in the first memory and a one-way function for application to the encryption key. During use, the encryption key is retrieved from the first memory prior to application to the one-way function and the device is configured to limit the number of times the encryption key is allowed to be retrieved from the non-volatile memory to a pre-determined threshold.

Abstract: A wave energy system and method are provided that have a main body that floats on the surface of the ocean and generates energy due to the motion of the crests and troughs of the ocean.

Abstract: A device for encrypted communication with external entities is configured to frustrate side channel attacks attempting to determine an encryption key. The device has a first memory, an encryption key stored in the first memory and a one-way function for application to the encryption key. During use the encryption key is retrieved from the first memory prior to application to the one-way function and the device is configured to limit the number of times the encryption key is allowed to be retrieved from the first memory in a given period of time.

Abstract: A method of encrypted communication between entities in a manner that frustrates side channel attacks attempting to determine an encryption key. The method involves providing a device with an encryption key stored in memory, providing an external entity with identity data for transmission to the device, applying a one way function to the encryption key and the identity data to generate a variant key, authenticating communications between the device and the external entity with the variant key and limiting the number of times the encryption key is retrieved from the first memory to a pre-determined threshold.

Abstract: A method of encrypted communication between entities in a manner that frustrates side channel attacks attempting to determine an encryption key. The method involves providing a device with an encryption key stored in memory, providing an external entity with identity data for transmission to the device, applying a one way function to the encryption key and the identity data to generate a variant key, authenticating communications between the device and the external entity with the variant key and limiting the number of times the encryption key is retrieved from the first memory in a given period of time.

Abstract: A system for encrypted communication with external entities is configured to frustrate side channel attacks attempting to determine an encryption key. The system has a device with an encryption key stored in memory, an external entity with identity data for transmission to the device to initiate communication such that in response the device applies a one way function to the encryption key and the identity data to generate a variant key used to authenticate communications between the device and the external entity. The device is configured to limit the number of times the encryption key is retrieved from the first memory in a given period of time.