Abstract: A system and method of establishing and curating data. The method includes maintaining a knowledge base in a digital library to support an information-based decision-making process. The knowledge base is dynamically maintained by using an embedding model for indexing a plurality of data sets, and conducting at least one search over the plurality of data sets to identify one or more documents, the documents stored in the digital library.

Abstract: Systems and methods for providing firewalls and authenticators for smart terminals are disclosed. In one embodiment, a method may include: (1) receiving, by a smart terminal and from a browser, a browsing request to access a Uniform Resource Locator (URL) or an address for externally hosted content, wherein the smart terminal is prevented from directly accessing the URL or the address; (2) routing, by the smart terminal, the browsing request to a secure server; (3) checking, by the secure server, the URL or the address against an allowed list or a prohibited list; (4) directing, by the secure server, the browser to the URL or the address in response to the URL or the address being on the allowed list, or the URL or the address not being on the prohibited list; and (5) providing, by the secure server, a secure connection between the browser and the URL or the address.

Abstract: A method for facilitating automated authentication of a plurality of remote terminals is disclosed. The method includes generating, via a remote terminal, a key pair, the key pair including a public key and a private key that is persisted within the remote terminal; generating, via the remote terminal, a communication request by using the key pair, the communication request including the public key; transmitting, via the remote terminal using an application programming interface, the communication request to a terminal management server; registering, via the terminal management server, the remote terminal to a terminal database by using information in the communication request; persisting, via the terminal management server, the public key from the communication request to a persistent object storage repository; and generating, via the terminal management server, a response to the communication request, the response including status information and configuration information.

Abstract: A method for facilitating contactless payment at a point-of-sale is disclosed. The method includes receiving, via a terminal, a selection from a user at the point-of-sale, the selection corresponding to a payment preference; determining a transaction type based on the selection, the transaction type including a first transaction via a digital payment network and a second transaction via a mobile wallet; providing, via the terminal, transaction information and a transaction token to a mobile device that is associated with the user based on the determined transaction type; receiving, via the mobile device, a transaction request that includes the transaction information, the transaction token, and user payment information; initiating an electronic transaction based on the transaction request; and transmitting a result of the electronic transaction to the terminal and to the mobile device.

Abstract: A method for facilitating automated authentication of a plurality of remote terminals is disclosed. The method includes generating, via a remote terminal, a key pair, the key pair including a public key and a private key that is persisted within the remote terminal; generating, via the remote terminal, a communication request by using the key pair, the communication request including the public key; transmitting, via the remote terminal using an application programming interface, the communication request to a terminal management server; registering, via the terminal management server, the remote terminal to a terminal database by using information in the communication request; persisting, via the terminal management server, the public key from the communication request to a persistent object storage repository; and generating, via the terminal management server, a response to the communication request, the response including status information and configuration information.

Abstract: Concrete materials and thermal energy storage devices employing such concrete materials are disclosed herein. The concrete material may include fibers in an amount ranging from about 1 to about 2 vol. %; an aggregate in an amount ranging from about 50 to about 80 vol. %, wherein the aggregates comprises siliceous aggregate and optionally carbonate aggregate; and a cementitious material in an amount from about 12 to about 20 vol. %, wherein the cementitious material comprises a combination of about 70 to about 85 vol. % of Portland cement and about 15 to about vol. % of silica fume, wherein all volume percentages unless otherwise indicated are based on the total volume of the concrete material.

Abstract: Glioblastoma is one of the most lethal brain tumors. Difficulties for the treatment of glioblastoma involve, among others, the sensitivity of the brain to drugs, the limited brain penetration of chemotherapeutic agents and the resistance of tumor cells to conventional therapies. Provided are specific phosphaphenalene-gold (I) complexes for use as a medicament, especially in the treatment of brain cancer such as glioblastoma, a pharmaceutical composition and a kit comprising such complex.

Abstract: A tattoo pen system is claimed, where a pen base may be configured to mate with a plurality of pen heads to allow for a user to freely interchange one head for another during use. A practice pen having interchangeable heads may be sized and shaped to have similar dimensions and weight to a mechanized pen having interchangeable heads. This allows for a user to practice drawing stencils and applying tattoos using a practice pen base with interchangeable heads, and then later smoothly transition to drawing stencils and applying tattoos using a mechanized pen base with interchangeable heads. The pen base of either the practice pen or the mechanized pen may be configured to mate with a plurality of needle cartridges.

Abstract: The present invention is a roof securing system with fewer components and easy-to install and maintain securing methods for providing additionally strength to a roof of a building during adverse climatic conditions. Roof securing system of the present invention includes a plurality of securing sets positioned at pre-determined distances on rooftop. More closely adjacently disposed securing sets are positioned more secured roof securing system will be. Each securing set include a strap that sits on rooftop, wall mounting fixtures and at least one anchor fasteners. Each wall mounting fixture holds strap and are tightly secured to side walls of building by using anchor fastener(s). Holding of strap enables strap to grip rooftop with remaining building structure and hence enable roof to maintain its position during adverse climatic condition.

Abstract: A system to preauthorize visitors prior to entering a given area private community such as a residential community that records the visitors contact information and hours and frequency of admissions approved by a community's resident. Upon the resident's approval, the guest using their mobile application will communicate with a second mobile phone within the gate's motor assembly. Upon the second mobile phone authenticating the guest based on the parameters set by the host, the second mobile phone through a USB connection sends instructions to an adapter within the motor assembly that opens the barrier.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure provide techniques and configurations for an apparatus to determine a command to the apparatus, based on vibration patterns. In one instance, the apparatus may include a body with at least one surface to receive one or more user inputs; at least one sensor disposed to be in contact with the body to detect vibration manifested by the surface in response to the user input, and generate a signal indicative of vibration detected; and a controller coupled with the sensor, to process the vibration-indicative signal, to identify a vibration pattern, and determine a command based at least in part on the vibration pattern, based at least in part on a result of the process of the signal. The command may be provided to interact, operate, or control the apparatus. Other embodiments may be described and/or claimed.

Abstract: The present invention provides a vending machine monitoring system that includes a first mobile phone housed inside the vending machine. The system also includes an adapter device which is configured to be installed or retro-fitted in a vending machine. The adapter device is communicably coupled with a controller of the vending machine to monitor and control the various operations of the vending machine. In particular, the adapter device acts a bridge between the various cables, which carries signals related to the operations of the vending machine, and the controller. Further, the first mobile device is installed in the vending machine which is in wireless or wired communication with the adapter device, and allows the vending machine to accept contactless payments and record the inventory levels and payment information. The adapter device, along with the computing device, provides additional functionality of remotely monitoring and controlling the vending machine.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure provide techniques and configurations for an apparatus to determine a command to the apparatus, based on vibration patterns. In one instance, the apparatus may include a body with at least one surface to receive one or more user inputs; at least one sensor disposed to be in contact with the body to detect vibration manifested by the surface in response to the user input, and generate a signal indicative of vibration detected; and a controller coupled with the sensor, to process the vibration-indicative signal, to identify a vibration pattern, and determine a command based at least in part on the vibration pattern, based at least in part on a result of the process of the signal. The command may be provided to interact, operate, or control the apparatus. Other embodiments may be described and/or claimed.

Abstract: An aqueous cleaning composition and method for cleaning toilet bowl surfaces includes a composition having an acid, such as hydrochloric acid, and at least one antimicrobially active diamine surfactant such that the cleaning composition has a pH of less than 4 and a viscosity of at least 100 centipoise.

Abstract: The invention refers to an element (2) in the form of a stud (1) incorporating anti-slipping and shock-absorbing means, which is foreseen as generally cylindrical hollow body with a predetermined wall thickness, selected to be compressed under the weight of the user, and with an outer part (3) with an upper base (4) separated from the sole (1), with a plurality of protuberances (7) of a small height and a depression or cavity (8) with the same configuration as the upper base, but slightly off-centred with respect to such upper base and with a lower portion (6) in the form of a cavity, where a plurality of pins (10), essentially in the form of a finger are evenly distributed. A surrounding notch (9) is arranged around the lower base (5) of the outer portion (3). The upper base (4) comprises at least a groove (11) to evacuate water, extending from the cavity (8) towards the outer edge.

Abstract: An obstacle penetrating dynamic radar imaging system for the detection, tracking, and imaging of an individual, animal, or object comprising a multiplicity of low power ultra wideband radar units that produce a set of return radar signals from the individual, animal, or object, and a processing system for said set of return radar signals for detection, tracking, and imaging of the individual, animal, or object. The system provides a radar video system for detecting and tracking an individual, animal, or object by producing a set of return radar signals from the individual, animal, or object with a multiplicity of low power ultra wideband radar units, and processing said set of return radar signals for detecting and tracking of the individual, animal, or object.

Abstract: A reader for a chip card, whose main surface comprises a set of contact pads and visual indications, includes a housing that defines a slot for introducing the card into a functional position in relation to the housing. The reader also has at least one connector for connecting the card and at least one other electronic component. The electric connector and the electronic component are part of a block of components which is located substantially above the set of contacts. The parts of the housing which extend above the main surface of the card are made of a transparent material.