Abstract: The disclosed system discussed herein may include systems, methods, and devices for dynamically adjusting contest parameters for a fantasy sports contest. A performance indicator (e.g., passing yards, rushing yards, points scored, assists, rebounds, or goals) associated with a fantasy sports player may be received from a participant of a fantasy sports contest. A selection of a multiplier (e.g., selected from a predefined range that includes values from 2× to 20×) associated with the performance indicator may be received from the participant of the fantasy sports contest. A performance threshold for the fantasy sports player may be determined based on the multiplier. An award may be transmitted to the participant based on the performance threshold and an outcome associated with the selection.

Abstract: Systems, methods, and devices for tactical management in fantasy sports contests may include modifying the effects of player performance predictions. Outcomes may be dynamically managed and adjusted based on strategic game modifiers and related strategies. Enhanced user engagement may be facilitated through a modified lineup arrangement that allows for partial successes within player lineups. A dynamic adjustment model may tailor difficulty and reward parameters dynamically based on real-time data, including player performance and external factors, ensuring a flexible fantasy sports gaming experience that adapts to the realities of sports performance and enhances participant satisfaction.

Abstract: Systems, methods, and devices for tactical management in fantasy sports contests may include modifying the effects of player performance predictions. Outcomes may be dynamically managed and adjusted based on strategic game modifiers and related strategies. Enhanced user engagement may be facilitated through a modified lineup arrangement that allows for partial successes within player lineups. A dynamic adjustment model may tailor difficulty and reward parameters dynamically based on real-time data, including player performance and external factors, ensuring a flexible fantasy sports gaming experience that adapts to the realities of sports performance and enhances participant satisfaction.

Abstract: Systems, methods, and devices for tactical management in fantasy sports contests may include modifying the effects of player performance predictions. Outcomes may be dynamically managed and adjusted based on strategic game modifiers and related strategies. Enhanced user engagement may be facilitated through a modified lineup arrangement that allows for partial successes within player lineups. A dynamic adjustment model may tailor difficulty and reward parameters dynamically based on real-time data, including player performance and external factors, ensuring a flexible fantasy sports gaming experience that adapts to the realities of sports performance and enhances participant satisfaction.

Abstract: Systems, methods, and devices for dynamically adjusting pricing and associated payouts of fantasy sports contests may utilize one or more computing devices equipped with processors to apply strategic modifiers. Participants may select fantasy sports players and predicted outcomes. A base probability may be determined for the selected players and predicted outcomes. The participants may further apply modifiers (e.g., ranging from a single selection to a combination) to their selection and the base probability may be adjusted to reflect a modified outcome likelihood. Further sophistication may be introduced through consideration of historical performance data and player conditions. Participants may be engaged through a user interface that displays the impact of their modifier choices on potential awards. Entry fees may be calculated and adjusted based on the modified probability of outcomes.

Abstract: The disclosed system discussed herein may include systems, methods, and devices for dynamically adjusting contest parameters for a fantasy sports contest. A plurality of base contest parameters may be determined, where the base contest parameters are associated with one or more fantasy sports players and a predicted outcome. One or more adjusted contest parameters may be determined based on a modifier and the plurality of base parameters. A selection may be received from a participant of the fantasy sports contest. The selection may include an indication of the one or more fantasy sports players and the predicted outcome. An indication of the modifier may be received from the participant. An award may be transmitted to the participant based on the modifier, an outcome associated with the selection, and the one or more adjusted contest parameters.

Abstract: Systems, methods, and devices for dynamically adjusting pricing and associated payouts of fantasy sports contests may utilize one or more computing devices equipped with processors to apply strategic modifiers. Participants may select fantasy sports players and predicted outcomes. A base probability may be determined for the selected players and predicted outcomes. The participants may further apply modifiers (e.g., ranging from a single selection to a combination) to their selection and the base probability may be adjusted to reflect a modified outcome likelihood. Further sophistication may be introduced through consideration of historical performance data and player conditions. Participants may be engaged through a user interface that displays the impact of their modifier choices on potential awards. Entry fees may be calculated and adjusted based on the modified probability of outcomes.

Abstract: The disclosed system discussed herein may include systems, methods, and devices for dynamically adjusting contest parameters for a fantasy sports contest. A performance indicator (e.g., passing yards, rushing yards, points scored, assists, rebounds, or goals) associated with a fantasy sports player may be received from a participant of a fantasy sports contest. A selection of a multiplier (e.g., selected from a predefined range that includes values from 2× to 20×) associated with the performance indicator may be received from the participant of the fantasy sports contest. A performance threshold for the fantasy sports player may be determined based on the multiplier. An award may be transmitted to the participant based on the performance threshold and an outcome associated with the selection.

Abstract: A system includes: a memory unit adapted to store a user profile corresponding to each of a plurality of users, each user profile including user preference information; a communication unit, adapted to receive, via a telecommunications network, real-time or near real-time data relating to and during live events; and a processor adapted to analyze the received data, to detect an occurrence of an event during the live event based on analyzed data, to associate the detected occurrence of the event to each user according to the user preference information, and to communicate the occurrence of the event to each associated user. The processor is adapted to perform the analysis, the detection, the association, and the communication in real-time or near real-time during the live event.

Abstract: In general, techniques are described for automated projection mode for switching glucose levels. A device for assisting in therapy delivery comprising a memory and a processor configured to perform the techniques. The memory may store first projected levels of glucose in a patient over a first time frame. The processor may determine an occurrence of a projection event that alters how projected levels of glucose are to be output, and automatically determine, based on the projection event, a second time frame that differs from the first time frame, The processor may also obtain a current glucose level of the patient, obtain, based on the current glucose level, second projected levels of glucose in the patient over the second time frame, and output the second projected levels of glucose for the second time frame.

Abstract: In general, techniques are described for automatic disablement of alerts for diabetic conditions. A device including a memory and a processor may be configured to perform the techniques. The memory may store alert data. The processor may obtain projected levels of glucose in a patient over a time frame, and determine whether the projected levels of glucose leave a prescribed range. The processor may generate, when the projected levels of glucose in the patient leave the prescribed range during the time frame and based on the alert data, a graphical alert indicating that the projected levels of glucose will leave the prescribed range. The processor may further determine that a maintenance event alters the projected levels of glucose, and disable, without user input and based on the determination that the maintenance event alters the projected levels of glucose, the graphical alert for a temporary period of time.

Abstract: Methods, systems, and devices are disclosed for monitoring the dispensing of a fluid from a container. In one aspect, a system includes a conformal substrate including a mechanically flexible and an electrically insulative material, the substrate attached and conformed to a container containing a fluid; a data acquisition unit including a sensor and a signal processing circuit formed on the conformal substrate, in which the sensor transduces an occurrence of the fluid dispensing from the container into an electrical signal, and the signal processing circuit amplifies the electrical signal; a data processing unit formed on the conformal substrate and in communication with the data acquisition unit to process the amplified electrical signal as data; and a communications unit formed on the conformal substrate and in communication with the data processing unit to wirelessly transmit the processed data to a remote device.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods for fabrication of flexible circuits and electronic devices in cost effective manner that can include integration of submicron structures directly onto target substrates compatible with industrial microfabrication techniques. In one aspect, a method to fabricate an electronic device, includes depositing an electrically conductive layer on a processing substrate including a weakly-adhesive interface layer on a support substrate; depositing an insulating layer on the conductive layer to attach to the conductive layer; forming a circuit on the processing substrate by etching selected portions of the conductive layer based on a circuit design; and producing a flexible electronic device by attaching a flexible substrate to the formed circuit on the processing substrate and detaching the circuit and the flexible substrate from the interface layer, in which the flexible electronic device includes the circuit attached to the flexible substrate.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods for fabrication of flexible circuits and electronic devices in cost effective manner that can include integration of submicron structures directly onto target substrates compatible with industrial microfabrication techniques. In one aspect, a method to fabricate an electronic device, includes depositing an electrically conductive layer on a processing substrate including a weakly-adhesive interface layer on a support substrate; depositing an insulating layer on the conductive layer to attach to the conductive layer; forming a circuit on the processing substrate by etching selected portions of the conductive layer based on a circuit design; and producing a flexible electronic device by attaching a flexible substrate to the formed circuit on the processing substrate and detaching the circuit and the flexible substrate from the interface layer, in which the flexible electronic device includes the circuit attached to the flexible substrate.

Abstract: Methods, systems, and devices are disclosed for monitoring the dispensing of a fluid from a container. In one aspect, a system includes a conformal substrate including a mechanically flexible and an electrically insulative material, the substrate attached and conformed to a container containing a fluid; a data acquisition unit including a sensor and a signal processing circuit formed on the conformal substrate, in which the sensor transduces an occurrence of the fluid dispensing from the container into an electrical signal, and the signal processing circuit amplifies the electrical signal; a data processing unit formed on the conformal substrate and in communication with the data acquisition unit to process the amplified electrical signal as data; and a communications unit formed on the conformal substrate and in communication with the data processing unit to wirelessly transmit the processed data to a remote device.

Abstract: The present invention is to provide a constellation search apparatus, method, and program, and a computer-readable storage medium storing the constellation search program, which can search for the constellations for a direction desired by a user, at any time, anywhere, and in any environment, and can quickly provide various pieces of information about the constellations that are found. The constellation search apparatus includes a database for storing information about locations of a plurality of constellations; a constellation search means comprising a reception unit for receiving azimuth and altitude values for a direction indicated by a 3-dimensional direction measurement means; a constellation search unit for searching for constellations located at the azimuth and altitude values, which are received by the reception unit, based on the constellation location information stored in the database; and an output unit for outputting search results found by the constellation search unit.

Abstract: A self-supporting air tube for blasting and method of blasting rock using the air tube. The air tube includes an air bladder, a plurality of support wings, an inlet, and a means for securing weight. The air bladder has a diameter smaller than that of a blasting hole and extends longitudinally. The support wings extend from the outside of the air bladder symmetrically with respect to the longitudinal axis of the air bladder so as to surround the air bladder and have certain widths. The inlet is attached to the a fusion-welded portion of the air bladder to inject air into the air bladder. The means for securing weight are integrated into the support wings, bladder, and/or lower portion of the bladder. The total diameter of the air tube is smaller than the diameter of the blasting hole, and the air tube is inserted into the blasting hole and self-supported on a wall of the blasting hole.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a malfunction preventing device and a method thereof, which ignores an input signal produced by electricity capacity variation because of moisture to prevent a malfunction of a refrigerator. A malfunction preventing device for a refrigerator includes an inputting part in which a static electricity switch is provided to produce an input signal, and a controlling part that ignores a first input signal inputted in a wait mode, wherein there is no inputted signal from the inputting part for a predetermined delaying time period in the wait mode. A method for preventing a malfunction of a refrigerator includes performing a wait mode in that there is no input signal produced by static electricity for a predetermined delay time period, and ignoring a first input signal inputted in the wait mode.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a refrigerant valve control device and a control method thereof, which adjusts eccentricity of a refrigerant valve during an operation of a refrigerator to prevent overcooling. A refrigerant valve control device of a refrigerator includes a temperature sensing part that senses temperature inside the refrigerator; a refrigerant valve that selectively opens and closes a refrigerant path; and a controlling part that controls the refrigerant valve based on temperature differences between the sensed temperature inside the refrigerator and a predetermined control temperature. In another aspect of the present invention, a control method of a refrigerant valve for a refrigerator includes determining whether refrigerant is leaked at a refrigerant valve based on temperature differences between the temperature inside the refrigerator and a predetermined control temperature; and controlling the refrigerant valve based on the result of the determination.

Abstract: A self-supporting air tube for blasting and method of blasting rock using the air tube. The air tube includes an air bladder, a pair of support wings and an inlet The air bladder has a diameter smaller than that of a blasting hole and extends longitudinally. The support wings extend from the outside of the air bladder symmetrically with respect to the longitudinal axis of the air bladder so as to surround the air bladder and have certain widths. The inlet is attached to the upper fusion-welded portion of the air bladder to inject air into the air bladder. The total diameter of the air tube is smaller than the diameter of the blasting hole, and the air tube is inserted into the blasting hole and self-supported on a wall of the blasting hole.