Abstract: Provided are a method of functionalizing graphene on a substrate, the method comprising the step of: exposing a substrate having a layer of graphene thereon to a plasma comprising helium and at least one functionalizing compound; as well as an apparatus for conducting the method and products formed by it.

Abstract: An account resource tracking system and method of tracking account resources are provided. The system comprises a processor and a memory storing instructions which when executed by the processor configure the processor to perform the method. The method comprises detecting an increase in resources associated with a first account, allocating a first portion of the increase in resources to a second account, determining a maximum resource tolerance amount of a remainder of the increase in resources to allocate to the first account, reallocating the remainder of the remainder of the increase in resources up to the maximum resource tolerance amount into the first account, determining an excess amount of the remainder that is over the maximum resource tolerance, and allocating the excess amount to the second account.

Abstract: A system and method for effectively supporting data transfer procedures includes a source device that registers with an account server to participate in a data backup service. The source device then encrypts and stores user data onto a datacenter. The source device later may request a data transfer task from a vendor. The datacenter responsively transfers the encrypted user data to a vendor server, and an escrow server generates and sends a temporary key to the vendor server. A destination device may then utilize the temporary key to decrypt and securely store the user data onto the destination device.

Abstract: A system and method for effectively supporting data transfer procedures includes a source device that registers with an account server to participate in a data backup service. The source device then encrypts and stores user data onto a datacenter. The source device later may request a data transfer task from a vendor. The datacenter responsively transfers the encrypted user data to a vendor server, and an escrow server generates and sends a temporary key to the vendor server. A destination device may then utilize the temporary key to decrypt and securely store the user data onto the destination device.

Abstract: A system and method for effectively supporting data transfer procedures includes a source device that registers with an account server to participate in a data backup service. The source device then encrypts and stores user data onto a datacenter. The source device later may request a data transfer task from a vendor. The datacenter responsively transfers the encrypted user data to a vendor server, and an escrow server generates and sends a temporary key to the vendor server. A destination device may then utilize the temporary key to decrypt and securely store the user data onto the destination device.

Abstract: A timing apparatus for alerting a user when time has elapsed which comprises a base. A post extends vertically and centrally from the base. A mechanism extends through the base and the post, for indicating when a set time has elapsed.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention generally include a method and apparatus for performing printing onto a product. Specifically, embodiments of the invention comprise a printing apparatus and a method for printing on a product surface. Further, the printing apparatus comprises a laser etch system, and a printer. A masking film is applied to the product to be printed upon. The laser etch system creates an etch pattern through the masking film and into the product being printed upon. An ink pattern is applied to the etch pattern. The masking film is then removed to revealed the print pattern on the product.

Abstract: A system and method for effectively supporting data transfer procedures includes a source device that registers with an account server to participate in a data backup service. The source device then encrypts and stores user data onto a datacenter. The source device later may request a data transfer task from a vendor. The datacenter responsively transfers the encrypted user data to a vendor server, and an escrow server generates and sends a temporary key to the vendor server. A destination device may then utilize the temporary key to decrypt and securely store the user data onto the destination device.

Abstract: A digital camera can employ logic to delay capturing a still image after a person has operated the control button until such time as predetermined subject criteria are met, e.g., the subject is smiling with eyes open, three or more players are in the field of view to ensure a good action shot, etc.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are exemplary techniques for and of marketing a loan product to a customer. The system and method establish communication with a customer regarding a current loan; access a customer service module; inputting loan information provided by the customer into the customer service module; displaying a plurality potential loan options.

Abstract: A method and apparatus are described for increasing the shipping density of a pallet layout. A method includes forming a first and second computer chassis into a complementary shape wherein the complementary shape includes an empty volume and a non-empty volume. The first and second computer chassis are joined so that the empty volume of the first computer chassis receives at least a portion of the non-empty volume of the second computer chassis. By arranging the joined first and second computer chassis in a single compartment of a pallet layout, the shipping density of a pallet layout may advantageously be increased.

Abstract: A protective cover for an electronic device, such as a computer, is provided herein. In one implementation, the protective cover is for an electronic device having a display screen and user inputs, the cover comprising a cover portion; and a coupling portion adapted to removably couple the cover portion to the device, and adapted to allow the cover portion to be selectively positioned between a first and a second position. In the first position, the cover portion is positioned proximate to the user inputs and is sized to cover at least one user input and in the second position, the cover portion is positioned proximate to the display screen and is sized to cover at least a portion of the display screen. In preferred form, the cover portion is configured to limit an angle of view of the display screen through the cover portion when in the second position.

Abstract: A computer component packaging assembly can have an essentially two-dimensional flat configuration for storage and a three-dimensional component holding configuration for holding parts such as ac adapters, batteries, and documentation.