Abstract: The disclosed embodiments generate a plurality of anomaly detector configurations and compare results generated by these anomaly detectors to a reference result set. The reference result set is generated by a trained model. A correlation between each result generated by the anomaly detectors and the result set is compared to select an anomaly detector configuration that provides results most similar to those of the trained model. In some embodiments, data defining the selected configuration is then communicated to a product installation. The product installation instantiates the defined anomaly detector and analyzes local events using the instantiated detector. In some other embodiments, the defined anomaly detector is instantiated by the same system that selects the anomaly detector, and thus in these embodiments, the anomaly detector configuration is not transmitted from one system to another.

Abstract: The disclosed embodiments generate a plurality of anomaly detector configurations and compare results generated by these anomaly detectors to a reference result set. The reference result set is generated by a trained model. A correlation between each result generated by the anomaly detectors and the result set is compared to select an anomaly detector configuration that provides results most similar to those of the trained model. In some embodiments, data defining the selected configuration is then communicated to a product installation. The product installation instantiates the defined anomaly detector and analyzes local events using the instantiated detector. In some other embodiments, the defined anomaly detector is instantiated by the same system that selects the anomaly detector, and thus in these embodiments, the anomaly detector configuration is not transmitted from one system to another.

Abstract: Disclosed embodiments provide for detection of fraudulent electronic security tokens. A compromised private key allows forgery of electronic security tokens, which then allow access to computer resources. Some embodiments track sequence numbers issued by a token issuing authority and are then able to predict sequence numbers issued by the token issuing authority going forward. Some embodiments also determine validity of a token based, at least in part, on a service or client attempting to access resources using the token. For example, some of the disclosed embodiments maintain reputation data for clients or services utilizing electronic tokens, and make determinations on whether a token is likely valid based on the client or services reputation.

Abstract: Disclosed embodiments provide for detection of fraudulent electronic security tokens. A compromised private key allows forgery of electronic security tokens, which then allow access to computer resources. Some embodiments track sequence numbers issued by a token issuing authority and are then able to predict sequence numbers issued by the token issuing authority going forward. Some embodiments also determine validity of a token based, at least in part, on a service or client attempting to access resources using the token. For example, some of the disclosed embodiments maintain reputation data for clients or services utilizing electronic tokens, and make determinations on whether a token is likely valid based on the client or services reputation.

Abstract: An insert having a compartment that can be secured into a cap of a container is disclosed. The compartment can be used to store a humectant, desicant, or other material, which can be used to help preserve the contents of the container, such a food product or a pharmaceutical. The insert has a main body, a sidewall that surrounds the main body and extends upwards to define the compartment. A flange extends outwardly from the top of the sidewall that engages with the inner surface of the cap. The insert can be comprised of a resilient material to allow it to deform to fit within the cap and to secure it within the cap.

Abstract: This invention relates to multi-purpose probe-based apparatus, and to methods for providing images of surface topography, and detection and quantitative mapping of local mechanical and electromagnetic properties in non-resonant oscillatory mode. These methods may include filtering of incoming probe signals. These incoming probe signals provide time deflection curves, parts of which are used for the control of scanning and collection of data that reflects sample adhesion, stiffness, elastic modulus and viscoelastic response, electric and magnetic interactions. These methods permit adaptive choice of an AFM's deflection set-point, which allows imaging at the contact repulsive force for precise surface profilometry, as non-resonant oscillation brings tip and sample into intermittent contact. These methods permit choosing a desired deformation model that allows an extraction of quantitative mechanical properties including viscoelastic response from deflection curves.

Abstract: A method and apparatus processing materials including medical waste, municipal waste, along with other wastes, and processing materials; the apparatus comprising an elongate pressure vessel of generally cylindrical configuration having an inlet end, and an end cap for the inlet.

Abstract: A method and apparatus processing materials including medical waste, municipal waste, along with other wastes, and processing materials; the apparatus comprising an elongate pressure vessel of generally cylindrical configuration having an inlet end, and an end cap for the inlet.

Abstract: A device and method for protecting a vehicle. The device provides protection to a first vehicle. The protective device includes a main body having an impact absorbing region. The protective device also includes a plurality of magnetic segments affixed to the main body providing sufficient magnetic force for attaching the protective device to the vehicle. The protective device is configured for deploying from within a second vehicle parked adjacent to the first vehicle. The protective device is attached to the first vehicle to prevent damage caused by impact from the second vehicle. The impact absorbing region preferably includes two horizontally aligned foam tubes and a foam strip located between the two foam tubes.

Abstract: A method and apparatus processing materials including medical waste, municipal waste, along with other wastes, and processing materials; the apparatus comprising an elongate pressure vessel of generally cylindrical configuration having an inlet end, and an end cap for the inlet.

Abstract: A method to adjust a boiler having a flue gas duct including: sensing flue gas emissions in the gas duct with a plurality of emission sensors arranged in an array; generating a multidimensional graphical depiction of the flue gas emissions by plotting sensor data captured from the emission sensor; adjusting the boiler to modify the distribution of flue gases in the gas duct; generating a subsequent multidimensional graphical depiction of the flue gas emissions by plotting sensor data captured subsequent to the boiler adjustment, and repeating these steps until the graphical depiction displays an acceptable plot of flue gas emissions.

Abstract: A method for displaying a changing combustor condition including: sensing the combustor condition in real time using a sensor array in a gas path of the combustor; generating data from the sensor array representative of the combustor condition at a plurality of positions in the gas path; transmitting the generated data to a computer system proximate to a controller for the combustor; generating a graphical representation of the real time showing combustor conditions in the gas path, and displaying the graphical representation in real time on the computer system.

Abstract: There is provided a method of production of an immunostimulatory &bgr;-glucan-mannan preparation, comprising the step of autolysis of cells of a microorganism at a pH of 5 to 6 and a temperature of 35 to 60° C. for 6 to 48 hours, and separating solid material roam the autolysed product. The &bgr;-glucan-mannan preparation may be incorporated as a food component or be used as a pharmaceutical for treatment of conditions such as immuno-suppression, hypercholesterolaemia, hypoglycaemia and heavy metal excretion.

Abstract: A laboratory analyzer system has a base housing (1) on which a sample tray (4) with holding accommodations (5) for two or more samples is movably supported. A drive mechanism (2) inside the base housing advances the sample tray in a stepwise motion so that the samples are presented one by one to a tower-like analytical instrument module (16, 16′) that is installed on the base housing. The mounting arrangement for the analytical instrument module on the base housing is non-destructively releasable, with first connector elements (15) arranged at multiple locations on the base housing and second connector elements on the analytical instrument module. The multiple first connector elements offer the possibilities of installing more than one analytical instrument module on the base housing as well as installing a single instrument module at a choice of different locations on the base housing.

Abstract: An improved endoscopic system for visualizing subgingival dental procedures. The device comprises a dilator projection incorporated into or onto the body of a dental instrument utilized to remove plaque and calculus from subgingival tooth surfaces. The projection preferably comprises a thin, flat shield portion having an arcuate shank portion extending therefrom. In use, the shield portion of the dilator projection is operative to dilate or spread the gingiva away from the adjacent tooth surfaces upon which the dental instrument is utilized to remove plaque and calculus. Formed within the shank portion of the dilator projection is at least one lumen for receiving an endoscopic viewing apparatus, that receives and transmits an optical image from the interior of the gingival sulcus or periodontal pocket to an image displaying device positioned outside the patient's body. Additional lumens may be formed within the shank portion of the dilator projection for the infusion of fluid or suction/aspiration.