Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to an approach using dsRNA to reduce or eliminate the production of DON by the fungal pathogen, F. graminearum or other fungal pathogens of the genus Fusarium and/or to control F. graminearum or other fungal pathogens of the genus Fusarium. In particular embodiments, methods and compositions are described to provide control of DON production and/or to control the fungal pathogen by causing mortality, suppression of growth, decrease in virulence or pathogenicity, or decrease in propagation/reproduction capacity (sporulation), by using exogenous dsRNA application administered to plants that are infected by or may become infected by F. graminearum or another member of the genus Fusarium that produces DON or otherwise is involved in Fusarium species complex that caused head blight.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are compositions and methods that involve recombinant polynucleotide molecules, such as single or double-stranded DNA or RNA molecules, also referred to “triggers”, that are useful for controlling or preventing E. necator infection, or recombinant DNA constructs for making such RNA molecules or for making transgenic grape plants resistant to E. necator infection. In some embodiments, polynucleotide triggers are provided as topically applied agents for controlling or preventing infection of a plant by E. necator. In some embodiments, grape plants with improved resistance to infection by E. necator, such as transgenic grape plants (including seeds or propagatable parts) expressing a polynucleotide trigger are provided. In some embodiments, grape plants (including seeds or propagatable parts) that have been topically treated with a composition comprising a polynucleotide trigger (e.g., grape plants that have been sprayed with a solution of dsRNA molecules) are provided.

Abstract: A refuse vehicle includes a chassis, a body assembly, a tailgate assembly, and a lift system. The body assembly is coupled to the chassis and defines a primary refuse compartment. The tailgate assembly is rotatably coupled to the body assembly at a rear end of the refuse vehicle. The lift system is coupled to the tailgate assembly and includes a side-loading arm and an actuation mechanism. The side-loading arm is configured to engage a refuse container and move between a plurality of positions laterally away from the tailgate assembly. The actuation mechanism is configured to control movement of the side-loading arm.

Abstract: A cup for a catching game has a weighted base with a sidewall extending to a flared lip. The lip defines a mouth that can accommodate another of the cup. The weighted base, the sidewall, and the flared lip are formed of a resilient material that does not shatter upon being thrown from a distance of about 15-30 feet and falling from a height above the players' heads under ambient earth gravity. This configuration assists in the descent of the cup when tossed. The flared lip also protects fingers and assists a player in gripping the cup to prevent a party foul.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are compositions and methods that involve recombinant polynucleotide molecules, such as single or double-stranded DNA or RNA molecules, also referred to “triggers”, that are useful for controlling or preventing E. necator infection, or recombinant DNA constructs for making such RNA molecules or for making transgenic grape plants resistant to E. necator infection. In some embodiments, polynucleotide triggers are provided as topically applied agents for controlling or preventing infection of a plant by E. necator.

Abstract: A menu selection technique is based on orientation of a companion module used in a flexible load management (FLM) system. The FLM system includes a load center that utilizes circuit breakers in combination with companion modules (i.e., intelligent controllers). Each companion module has a graphical display as well as a push button included on a face of the module as an input device used to display and input information including icons, buttons, controls, messages, status, menus or other desired text on a user interface (UI) to enable a user to configure and operate the companion module. The companion module also includes an accelerometer configured to detect a gravitational orientation (i.e., a first orientation and an opposite or upside-down orientation) and movement of the module and, in response, generate a signal that is translated to a corresponding change in orientation of the information displayed on the UI, particularly when the companion module inserted into the load center.

Abstract: Disclosed are agents, compositions and methods of treating or controlling Botrytis infection particularly in plants. Certain agents include polynucleotide molecules that induce RNAi when administered to B. cinerea fungal cells. In particular embodiments, compositions include a fungicidally effective amount of a polynucleotide comprising at least 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 50, 100, 150, 200, 250, 300, 350, 400, 450, 500, 550, 575, or 600 contiguous nucleotides that are essentially complementary to or comprises at least about 85%, at least about 90%, at least about 95%, at least about 98%, about 100%, or 100% sequence identity with a segment of a DNA or target gene of B. cinerea, or an RNA transcribed from the DNA or target gene.

Abstract: A menu selection technique is based on orientation of a companion module used in a flexible load management (FLM) system. The FLM system includes a load center that utilizes circuit breakers in combination with companion modules (i.e., intelligent controllers). Each companion module has a graphical display as well as a push button included on a face of the module as an input device used to display and input information including icons, buttons, controls, messages, status, menus or other desired text on a user interface (UI) to enable a user to configure and operate the companion module. The companion module also includes an accelerometer configured to detect a gravitational orientation (i.e., a first orientation and an opposite or upside-down orientation) and movement of the module and, in response, generate a signal that is translated to a corresponding change in orientation of the information displayed on the UI, particularly when the companion module inserted into the load center.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are compositions and methods that involve recombinant polynucleotide molecules, such as single or double-stranded DNA or RNA molecules, also referred to “triggers”, that are useful for controlling or preventing E. necator infection, or recombinant DNA constructs for making such RNA molecules or for making transgenic grape plants resistant to E. necator infection. In some embodiments, polynucleotide triggers are provided as topically applied agents for controlling or preventing infection of a plant by E. necator. In some embodiments, grape plants with improved resistance to infection by E. necator, such as transgenic grape plants (including seeds or propagatable parts) expressing a polynucleotide trigger are provided. In some embodiments, grape plants (including seeds or propagatable parts) that have been topically treated with a composition comprising a polynucleotide trigger (e.g., grape plants that have been sprayed with a solution of dsRNA molecules) are provided.

Abstract: Composition(s), device(s), kit(s), and method(s) for an improved analyte detection sensor(s) comprising at least one scavenger protein and method(s) of preserving the functioning and functional life of the improved analyte detection sensor(s).

Abstract: Composition(s), device(s), kit(s), and method(s) for an improved analyte detection sensor(s) comprising at least one scavenger protein and method(s) of preserving the functioning and functional life of the improved analyte detection sensor(s).

Abstract: The embodiments are directed to methods and apparatuses for pairing delivery group machines with one or more server farms in computing networks. The methods and apparatus can allocate machines in a delivery group across one or more server farms in a manner that maximizes efficiency through better computer resource usage. The methods and apparatuses select a server farm having a largest available capacity, and allocate machines from a delivery group to the server farm. If the quantity of delivery group machines exceeds the server farm capacity, the remaining machines are allocated to a second server farm. The methods and appliances also provide for de-allocating server farms, by selecting a server farm with the least allocated capacity, and de-allocating one or more delivery group machines from the selected server farm to reduce the number of utilized server farms.

Abstract: Described herein are techniques related to wireless communication systems that may implement microwave backhaul for connectivity between network elements deployed by the wireless communication systems. This Abstract is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims.

Abstract: The embodiments are directed to methods and apparatuses for pairing delivery group machines with one or more server farms in computing networks. The methods and apparatus can allocate machines in a delivery group across one or more server farms in a manner that maximizes efficiency through better computer resource usage. The methods and apparatuses select a server farm having a largest available capacity, and allocate machines from a delivery group to the server farm. If the quantity of delivery group machines exceeds the server farm capacity, the remaining machines are allocated to a second server farm. The methods and appliances also provide for de-allocating server farms, by selecting a server farm with the least allocated capacity, and de-allocating one or more delivery group machines from the selected server farm to reduce the number of utilized server farms.

Abstract: Described herein are techniques related to wireless communication systems that may implement microwave backhaul for connectivity between network elements deployed by the wireless communication systems. This Abstract is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims.

Abstract: Described herein are techniques related to wireless communication systems that may implement microwave backhaul for connectivity between network elements deployed by the wireless communication systems. This Abstract is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims.

Abstract: Techniques for allocating network resources of a communications network are described. A network resource scheduler allocates communication bursts to telecommunications devices in a manner so as to conserve power of the mobile telecommunication devices. The network resource scheduler may allocate communication bursts such that at least one of the mobile telecommunication devices may enter sleep mode during a current communications block and be awoken prior to a subsequent communications block.

Abstract: Described herein are techniques related to wireless communication systems that may implement microwave backhaul for connectivity between network elements deployed by the wireless communication systems. This Abstract is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims.

Abstract: Systems and methods for creating autonomous agents or objects. Agents reactions to physical forces are modeled as springs. A signal representing a force or velocity change for one animation control is processed to produce realistic reaction effects. The signal may be filtered two or more times, each filter typically having a different time lag and/or filter width. The filtered signals are combined, with weightings, to produce an animation control signal. The animation control signal is then applied to the same or a different animation control to influence motion of the object or agent.