Abstract: Systems and methods related to a variable non-fungible token. A variable non-fungible token comprises a non-fungible token that is minted with an indication of a non-transferable ownership wallet (e.g., a digital wallet for which the non-fungible token is minted for), a non-transferable smart contract address that has permissions for updating metadata for the variable non-fungible token, and a metadata property threshold based on a specific user corresponding to the digital wallet.

Abstract: Systems and methods related to a variable non-fungible token that dynamically update metadata during blockchain functions. A variable non-fungible token comprises a non-fungible token that is minted with an indication of a non-transferable ownership wallet (e.g., a digital wallet for which the non-fungible token is minted for), a non-transferable smart contract address that has permissions for updating metadata for the variable non-fungible token, and a metadata property threshold based on a specific user corresponding to the digital wallet.

Abstract: Systems and methods related to integrating blockchain functions with external systems using a variable non-fungible token. A variable non-fungible token comprises a non-fungible token that is minted with an indication of a non-transferable ownership wallet (e.g., a digital wallet for which the non-fungible token is minted for), a non-transferable smart contract address that has permissions for updating metadata for the variable non-fungible token, and a metadata property threshold based on a specific user corresponding to the digital wallet.

Abstract: Aspects described herein allow for systems and methods for spending reward points utilizing payment tokens and verifying reward payment tokens in cross-site transactions for reward purchases. The reward payment token system may include one or more of a reward payment token server, a merchant server, or one or more devices all connected via the network. The reward payment token server may include one or more of the following components: a reward payment token engine, a token translation engine, a rewards engine, a reward payment token database, or a rewards database. The reward payment token system and reward payment token server provide the unique capability of providing real-time spending of rewards without the customer having a pre-existing relationship and/or integration between the two businesses.

Abstract: Biocompatible, mechanically-dynamic thermoresponsive devices, methods for forming the devices, and exemplary applications for the devices are described. The devices include a series of wells therein and provide for temperature-controlled mechanostimulation of single cells or groups of cells that can be retained in the wells of a device. Mechanostimulation can be single instance of any duration, continuous, or regular or irregular cyclic mechanostimulation of single cells, cell clusters, cell spheroids, or organoids and may be utilized in any of a variety of biomedical applications including, without limitation, cellular engineering, cellular phenotyping, and drug discovery/screening.

Abstract: A multipurpose reticle has a transparent body that the reticle is marked onto; a primary horizontal crosshair; a secondary horizontal crosshair below the primary horizontal crosshair and parallel to the primary horizontal crosshair; a projectile holdover reference grid between the primary horizontal crosshair and the secondary horizontal crosshair; and a vertical crosshair beginning from the primary horizontal crosshair and extending downwardly to the secondary horizontal crosshair. The vertical crosshair is a shared vertical crosshair. The vertical crosshair bisects the projectile holdover reference grid such that the right half of the projectile holdover reference grid is to the right of the vertical crosshair and the left half of the projectile holdover reference grid is to the left of the vertical crosshair.

Abstract: A method for registering a printer to a cloud service is provided. The method includes coupling a mobile device to a printer, via a wireless connection and sending at least a serial number from the printer to the mobile device via the wireless connection. The method includes obtaining geolocation information from the mobile device and registering the serial number of the printer and the geolocation information, associated with the printer, to a cloud service, using the mobile device.

Abstract: A method for identifying shopper locations and providing enhanced shopper services is provided. The method includes transmitting a beacon having information identifying a printer, from the printer and detecting the beacon and the information identifying the printer, with a mobile device. The method includes sending the information identifying the printer from the mobile device to a cloud service and receiving location aware information from the cloud service into the mobile device, wherein the cloud service determines a location of the mobile device as within a beacon-detection vicinity of the printer associated with the information identifying the printer.

Abstract: A method for identifying a printer and printing is provided. The method includes transmitting, from each of a plurality of printers, a wireless beacon. The method includes receiving, at a printer, an instruction from a mobile device to print information, wherein the instruction is received via a wireless network, the mobile device determining, based on radio signal strength of wireless beacons, which of the plurality of printers is closest to the mobile device and selecting and coupling to the printer via the wireless network to send the instruction to the printer. The method includes printing, at the printer selected by the mobile device, the information in accordance with the instruction.

Abstract: A method for identifying a printer and printing is provided. The method includes transmitting, from each of a plurality of printers, a wireless beacon. The method includes receiving, at a printer, an instruction from a mobile device to print information, wherein the instruction is received via a wireless network, the mobile device determining, based on radio signal strength of wireless beacons, which of the plurality of printers is closest to the mobile device and selecting and coupling to the printer via the wireless network to send the instruction to the printer. The method includes printing, at the printer selected by the mobile device, the information in accordance with the instruction.

Abstract: The need for upload security arises during content sharing between users in communication link with each other and a server. In one embodiment, providing the upload security involves the server identifying a mobile device that sends an upload message destined to a user. Providing the upload security further involves the server accessing opt-in parameters predetermined by the user, determining if the identity of the sending mobile device is included in the opt-in parameters, and, if so, allowing the upload to the user's account, otherwise blocking the upload. The opt-in parameters include the identity of mobile devices that are authorized by the user to upload data to the user's account. In one embodiment, the communication link includes a wireless carrier network with capability for security screening of the upload message before it reaches the server based on the identity of the wireless carrier network.

Abstract: The need for upload security arises during content sharing between users in communication link with each other and a server. In one embodiment, providing the upload security involves the server identifying a mobile device that sends an upload message destined to a user. Providing the upload security further involves the server accessing opt-in parameters predetermined by the user, determining if the identity of the sending mobile device is included in the opt-in parameters, and, if so, allowing the upload to the user's account, otherwise blocking the upload. The opt-in parameters include the identity of mobile devices that are authorized by the user to upload data to the user's account. In one embodiment, the communication link includes a wireless carrier network with capability for security screening of the upload message before it reaches the server based on the identity of the wireless carrier network.

Abstract: The need for upload security arises during content sharing between users in communication link with each other and a server. In one embodiment, providing the upload security involves the server identifying a mobile device that sends an upload message destined to a user. Providing the upload security further involves the server accessing opt-in parameters predetermined by the user, determining if the identity of the sending mobile device is included in the opt-in parameters, and, if so, allowing the upload to the user's account, otherwise blocking the upload. The opt-in parameters include the identity of mobile devices that are authorized by the user to upload data to the user's account. In one embodiment, the communication link includes a wireless carrier network with capability for security screening of the upload message before it reaches the server based on the identity of the wireless carrier network.

Abstract: The need for backup and restore arises in a mobile device based system when a client application is discarded along with its historical record. In a system that provides the backup and restore capability, a server is configured with a request handler, an application storage upload/download handler, and a device storage mirror database. In a mobile device (also client), the transaction listener provides a transaction associated with memory items to the crumb sticker which, in turn, sends to the request handler a recording request with the transaction along with a request URL (uniform resource locator). The data for the recording request is channeled from the client storage to the device storage mirror database via the application storage upload/download handler. The memory items are accumulated in a file at the client and in a backup at the device storage mirror database, and are restorable to the client from the backup.

Abstract: A multi-bit driver comprises a housing and a plurality of bit assemblies operatively retained within the housing. At least one of the bit assemblies has a base portion and a tool bit member removably and replaceably mountable on the base portion. A bit chuck in the housing is for receiving each tool bit member singularly in torque transmitting relation, and includes a bit-receiving opening for permitting each tool bit member singularly to extend therethrough. The housing includes a substantially transparent forward portion that permits viewing of the tool bit members. An actuator extends from each bit assembly exteriorly to the housing for operative engagement by a user, for co-operative movement of the actuator means and the bit assembly between a retracted configuration, a forwardly extended in-use configuration.

Abstract: A multi-bit driver comprises a housing and a plurality of bit assemblies operatively retained within the housing. At least one of the bit assemblies has a base portion and a tool bit member removably and replaceably mountable on the base portion. A bit chuck in the housing is for receiving each tool bit member singularly in torque transmitting relation, and includes a bit-receiving opening for permitting each tool bit member singularly to extend therethrough. The housing includes a substantially transparent forward portion that permits viewing of the tool bit members. An actuator extends from each bit assembly exteriorly to the housing for operative engagement by a user, for co-operative movement of the actuator means and the bit assembly between a retracted configuration, a forwardly extended in-use configuration.

Abstract: A wireless system includes a plurality of mobile devices having a ‘back’ command input that prompts backwards navigation. The system further includes a carrier network, a network including the Internet, and a server. The plurality of mobile devices are interconnected with the server via the carrier network and the network and are capable of communicating with each other via the server. One or more than one mobile devices has, in addition to the ‘back’ command input, a memory for receiving a mobile client application from the server. The mobile client application is responsive to the ‘back’ command input by providing for the backwards navigation through screens in ‘back in sequence’ mode and ‘back a level’ mode. The ‘back’ logic that provides the backwards navigation is implemented in the mobile client application outside the browser environment and independent of the platform.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for providing quality of service (QoS) measurements for remote-access users of a virtual private network (VPN) utilizes hardware/software at the remote VPN client to collect information related to the remote client's ability to connect to the VPN and remain connected. A centralized server is configured to query each remote client and upload the collected connection data, the server functioning to analyze the collected data to determine QoS information in terms of, for example, “VPN accessibility” (defined as success rate for connection to VPN servers), “VPN sustainability” (defined as the ability to maintain a network connection), and “VPN availability” (defined as the ability of a persistent remote-access location to maintain its network connect). The QoS measurements allow the VPN service provider to improve the experience of remote access users, generate alarms and reports, and may also be used to form service level agreements (SLAs) with such users.

Abstract: A wireless system includes a plurality of mobile devices equipped with a touch-activated ‘back’ command input, button or soft key, that prompts backwards navigation. The system further includes a carrier network, a network including at least the Internet, and a server. The plurality of mobile devices are interconnected with the server via the carrier network and the network and are capable of communicating with each other via the server. One or more than one mobile devices has a touch-activated ‘back’ command input and a memory with sufficient space for receiving a mobile client application from the server, wherein the mobile client application is responsive to the touch-activated ‘back’ command input by providing the backwards navigation through screens in ‘back in sequence’ mode or ‘back a level’ mode.

Abstract: The need for backup and restore arises in a mobile device based system when a client application is discarded along with its historical record. In a system that provides the backup and restore capability, a server is configured with a request handler, an application storage upload/download handler, and a device storage mirror database. In a mobile device (also client), the transaction listener provides a transaction associated with memory items to the crumb sticker which, in turn, sends to the request handler a recording request with the transaction along with a request URL (uniform resource locator). The data for the recording request is channeled from the client storage to the device storage mirror database via the application storage upload/download handler. The memory items are accumulated in a file at the client and in a backup at the device storage mirror database, and are restorable to the client from the backup.