Abstract: A bidirectional electroosmotic pump may be provided. The bidirectional electroosmotic pump may be made of materials that are biocompatible and non-ferrous. The bidirectional electroosmotic pump may be part of an implantable medical device for the purpose of medicine delivery. The bidirectional electroosmotic pump may contain a working fluid and may facilitate the delivery of a separate payload fluid. In an exemplary embodiment, the bidirectional pump may contain bellows which may allow the pump to deliver the payload fluid through a series of valves and/or catheters. In another embodiment the bidirectional electroosmotic pump may contain a pump sensing mechanism to monitor the state of the pump.

Abstract: A multi-layer touchscreen assembly for an appliance includes a panel including an outer touchscreen surface, an opaque layer positioned below the touchscreen surface and having at least one transparent area therein defining lighting of at least one visual touch control region, a printed circuit board positioned below the opaque layer, the printed circuit board including a plurality of light-emitting diodes proximate one or more corresponding capacitive touch sensors of a first visual touch control region of the one or more visual touch control regions, and the one or more capacitive touch sensors configured to provide a visual indication of a control aspect of the appliance according to a user's touch input. The assembly also includes at least one diffusion portion operatively positioned between the opaque layer at a transparent area thereof and the printed circuit board at the first visual touch control region.

Abstract: A prosthetic device includes a flexible interface configured to conform to a residual limb of a user, a prosthetic socket including an outer shell more rigid than the flexible interface and positioned external to at least a portion of the flexible interface, and one or more vibrational devices placed in connection with the flexible interface to impart vibration to the residual limb.

Abstract: A prosthetic device includes a flexible interface configured to conform to a residual limb of a user, a prosthetic socket including an outer shell more rigid than the flexible interface and positioned external to at least a portion of the flexible interface, and one or more vibrational devices placed in connection with the flexible interface to impart vibration to the residual limb.

Abstract: The invention relates to a system and method for planning and presenting recipes for meals during a planning period. More particularly, the invention provides a method of connected meal planning and connected meal presentation based on grouping meal recipes for a planning period on the initial selection of a single meal, with a list of remaining meal choices and corresponding recipes based on individual or shared ingredients, whether raw or prepared, and forecasted cooking day. The invention provides a presentation system for ingredients and calculated quantities used in a later distinct recipe during a planning period which includes previously prepared food items or prepared ingredients. The invention also provides a presentation system for calculating total raw ingredient quantities to be used for purchase.

Abstract: A flip-to-wear eye shield system is provided. By integrating a hinge into elements of the frame and/or the lens, the eye shield can be manufactured and assembled more quickly and with less costs. In an embodiment, a lens may click (or snap) onto molded posts of a frame in a substantially flat position. An integrated living hinge in the frame may bend to allow the lens to flip downwards toward the frame to a second position for use. The posts may also click (or snap) into place in an underside of the frames. In another embodiment, a lens may click (or snap) onto molded posts of a flame in a substantially flat position. An integrated living hinge, formed by notches in the lens, may allow the lens to bend to flip downwards to the frame to a second position for use. A dispenser allows storing the eye shields in the flat position and dispensing in the second position for use.

Abstract: A flip-to-wear eye shield system is provided. By integrating a hinge into elements of the frame and/or the lens, the eye shield can be manufactured and assembled more quickly and with less costs. In an embodiment, a lens may click (or snap) onto molded posts of a frame in a substantially flat position. An integrated living hinge in the frame may bend to allow the lens to flip downwards toward the frame to a second position for use. The posts may also click (or snap) into place in an underside of the frames. In another embodiment, a lens may click (or snap) onto molded posts of a flame in a substantially flat position. An integrated living hinge, formed by notches in the lens, may allow the lens to bend to flip downwards to the frame to a second position for use. A dispenser allows storing the eye shields in the flat position and dispensing in the second position for use.

Abstract: Photobioreactors according to embodiments of the present invention deliver nutrient gas intermittently to the photobioreactor media. In some embodiments, one or more gases are delivered according to a duty cycle or timing pattern. According to some embodiments, algae is grown in a photobioreactor using intermittent introduction of carbon dioxide. In other embodiments, carbon dioxide is supplied to algae grown in a photobioreactor in whole or in part from a head space above the media of the photobioreactor.

Abstract: A method for harvesting algae according to embodiments of the present invention includes filling a reservoir at least partially with a liquid, submerging a bag at least partially in the liquid, the bag containing media, the media comprising algae, the bag comprising a first end, a second end, a harvesting port located closer to the first end than to the second end, and a gas port, delivering gas into the bag through the gas port, and raising the second end of the bag by accumulating the gas at the second end to flow the media toward the harvesting port.

Abstract: Photobioreactors according to embodiments of the present invention deliver nutrient gas intermittently to the photobioreactor media. In some embodiments, one or more gases are delivered according to a duty cycle or timing pattern. According to some embodiments, algae is grown in a photobioreactor using intermittent introduction of carbon dioxide. In other embodiments, carbon dioxide is supplied to algae grown in a photobioreactor in whole or in part from a head space above the media of the photobioreactor.

Abstract: A method for harvesting algae according to embodiments of the present invention includes filling a reservoir at least partially with a liquid, submerging a bag at least partially in the liquid, the bag containing media, the media comprising algae, the bag comprising a first end, a second end, a harvesting port located closer to the first end than to the second end, and a gas port, delivering gas into the bag through the gas port, and raising the second end of the bag by accumulating the gas at the second end to flow the media toward the harvesting port.

Abstract: A generally circular-shaped bag for care and transportation of a circular hydroplane board includes: (a) a main pouch formed by a generally circular-shaped bag rear panel and a bag front panel, the front panel being generally parallel to the rear panel; and (b) a main pouch closure flap attached to an upper edge of the rear panel and foldable over the main pouch; wherein a lower portion of the bag includes apertures open to the main pouch for washing the hydroplane board off in the bag; and a first portion of the circular-shaped hydroplane board is removably insertable in the main pouch and the main pouch closure flap is reversibly foldable over a second, upper portion of the hydroplane board. Alternatively, the bag includes matching, generally circular-shaped front and rear panels with a main pouch closure mechanism at the top of the bag.

Abstract: Novel organosilicon-treated cosmetic powders, for example, a pigment, extender pigment or filler are free from residual hydrogen, have a smooth feel, good skin adhesion, good color and spreadability and resistance to acids and alkalis. The treated powders are useful in cosmetics such as powder formulations, oil-in-water and water-in-oil emulsions, anhydrous make-up and lipstick. Treatment can be effected with a linear reactive alkylpolysiloxane having substituted in repeating units in the backbone of the molecule both cationic and anionic groups, for example aminoethylaminopropyl and alkoxy groups. The organosilicon compound can be adsorbed and chemically bonded to the surface of the powder by heat treatment. The alkylpolysiloxane compound can have a degree of polymerization of from 5 to 100, preferably 10-15. A process for producing the treated pigment is also disclosed as are cosmetic formulations made with the treated pigment.

Abstract: A circular-shaped hydroplane board with a topside device for safer, more controllable skimming along a beach surface includes: (a) a substantially planar bottom side having a first diameter; (b) a substantially planar top side having a second diameter that is larger than the first diameter; (c) a curved circular side rail connecting the bottom side to the top side of the hydroplane board; and (d) a curved topside device attached to the top side of the hydroplane board; wherein the hydroplane board has no defined front, rear, left, or right sides. Also included is the topside device itself, which is attachable to a top side of a circular hydroplane board.

Abstract: In a cleaning system for cleaning hair clippings from the interior space of an electric shaver, a shaver support is provided for supporting the electric shaver during operation of the cleaning system. A pressure vessel defines a source of cleaning gas for cleaning hair clippings from the interior of the shaver and is in fluid communication with a gas delivery assembly that receives cleaning gas from the pressure vessel. The gas delivery assembly comprises at least one nozzle assembly configured and arranged for directing cleaning gas received from the pressure vessel to flow directly into the interior space of the shaver. In one embodiment the pressure vessel is cartridge that is removeable from the cleaning system for refilling or replacement.

Abstract: Hard-to-coat color lakes and other powders useful in cosmetics and other industries are coated with a duplex coating system comprising basic and nonbasic functionalized coating components, for example a basic functionalized aminopolysiloxane and a nonbasic alkoxypolysiloxane. Control of bleeding of a color lake into aqueous media is possible. A novel duplex coating system, treatment process, treated powder and cosmetic formulation containing same are disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a feeding implement that can be used for self-feeding by a child, such as a toddler, or an individual having a disability. The feeding implement consists of a handle and a transport portion which is shaped and suitable for dipping into solid foods, such as purees and infant cereal. The transport portion has on its surface multiple protrusions and/or grooves to increase its surface area.

Abstract: A cup that is used for children that transitions them from sippy cups to conventional drinking cups. The cup does not require any suction by the child when drinking yet is spill proof when locked for transit. The cup features a reservoir, a top and a lid. Within the top is a central passage and a plate that contains vents. When closed, the lid is flush against the plate and prevents any liquid from leaking. When the lid is rotated open, a gap is exposed between the lid and plate to allow liquid to flow from the reservoir and through the vents to the child's mouth. Regardless of whether the lid is opened or closed, the lid always remains below the top rim of the top.

Abstract: The present invention features a cup that is used for children that transitions them from sippy cups to conventional drinking cups. The cup does not require any suction by the child when drinking yet is spill proof when locked for transit. The cup features a reservoir, a top and a lid. Within the top is a central passage and a plate that contains vents. When closed, the lid is flush against the plate and prevents any liquid from leaking. When the lid is rotated open, a gap is exposed between the lid and plate to allow liquid to flow from the reservoir and through the vents to the child's mouth. Regardless of whether the lid is opened or closed, the lid always remains below the top rim of the top.