Abstract: A fixation component includes tines extending from a base portion of the fixation component. Each tine is elastically deformable between a pre-set position and an open position. Each tine includes a hook segment extending from a proximal end near the base portion to a distal end. Each tine also includes a distal segment extending from the distal end of the hook segment to a tissue-piercing tip. When positioned in the pre-set position, the hook segment extends along a pre-set curvature that encloses an angle between 135 degrees and 270 degrees, and the distal segment extends away from a longitudinal axis of the fixation component.

Abstract: In embodiments, the present invention provides methods and systems for providing guidance for a procedure with a device. The methods and systems may include analyzing the procedure performed on a patient. The methods and systems may be enabled to track the device. The systems and methods may be enabled to protect the privacy of person.

Abstract: An adjustable concrete mold which varies the height of a side form on a casting bed to any desired height, The device is also of a construction which allows total exposure of the sides of a hardened concrete element after casting and which allows complete clearance of the side form away from the main bed to allow easy removal of the hardened concrete element from the main bed.

Abstract: A control system for a lift axle suspension wherein two or more axle suspensions are mounted on a vehicle frame and a liftable axle is automatically raised or lowered depending on the load on another of the axle or axles. An override to the automatic lift system is provided when the vehicle is fully loaded to lift a liftable axle selectively for a limited, relatively short period of time to assist in maneuvering the vehicle. The control system detects the load on one axle and automatically raises the second axle to the raised position when the load on the first axle is below a first predetermined value and automatically lowers the second axle to the lower position when the lower load on the first axle is above a predetermined value which is greater than the first predetermined value. A delay is provided in the operation of the control system to lower the second axle upon the detection of the load on the first axle to compensate for road bumps.