Abstract: A sacrificial ceramic CO2 sequestration architectural product comprising a sintered/heat-treated mixture that comprises: one or more reactive solid phases, wherein each reactive solid phase comprises one or more weathering materials capable of enhanced mineralization, and one or more particle-bridging phases that bridge the one or more reactive solid phases, and an open porosity that is in a range from about 15 vol% to about 30 vol%.

Abstract: A game feeder configured for remote monitoring, the game feeder comprising a feeder body comprising a container for holding feed, a motor configured to disperse the feed, and a motor relay configured to actuate the motor; a computer, the computer comprising a wireless driver configured to communicatively couple the computer to a wireless communication network; and a sensor array having a plurality of sensors adapted to provide data on a plurality of local conditions at the game feeder, the sensor array being communicatively coupled to the computer; wherein the computer is configured to receive the data on the plurality of local conditions from the sensor array and send the data on the plurality of local conditions to the wireless communication network.

Abstract: A soap holder container has a mirror on a front side. The soap holder container may include soap attached to the inner side of the front wall of the container, which front wall has the mirror on the exterior. The soap holder may have a wall mounting means, the wall mounting or wall attachment means may include either a suction cup or adhesive tape. The soap holder container as set forth above may be round or square.

Abstract: Applicant discloses an animal bedding comprising woodchips or shavings in an effective amount of aqueous potassium sorbate solution to control the growth of microorganisms harmful to animals. The woodchips or shavings may be pine, aspen, fir, birch or any other suitable woodchip and the potassium sorbate is typically in the range of about 0.5 to about 1% of the final weight of the animal bedding. A method of making the animal bedding includes the step of providing woodchips or shavings with a moisture content by weight of about 30 to about 50%. An aqueous solution of potassium sorbate is provided. The woodchips and aqueous solution are mixed and at least partially dried and then screened.

Abstract: An instrument for dispensing a product used for shaving, typically shaving a face, is disclosed. The product consists of a container body and a container lid. The container body at least partially encloses the shaving product and contains a mechanism to advance the shaving product towards an at least partially opened top of the container body. The container body typically has walls, at least one of which is flat and is adapted to receive a mirror or reflective surface thereon. With a mirror or reflective surface thereon, the shave dispenser may be used in a shower with the mirror on the container body being used as a reflective surface for the user to properly apply the shave product to his face.

Abstract: A game feeder configured for remote monitoring, the game feeder comprising a feeder body comprising a container for holding feed, a motor configured to disperse the feed, and a motor relay configured to actuate the motor; a computer, the computer comprising a wireless driver configured to communicatively couple the computer to a wireless communication network; and a sensor array having a plurality of sensors adapted to provide data on a plurality of local conditions at the game feeder, the sensor array being communicatively coupled to the computer; wherein the computer is configured to receive the data on the plurality of local conditions from the sensor array and send the data on the plurality of local conditions to the wireless communication network.

Abstract: A method and system for providing targeted content over a product distribution network (PDN) is disclosed. A PDN is capable of receiving product request messages (PRMs), such as messages sent by short messaging service (SMS). A user who sends a PRM receives a response message, including the requested data, an advertisement, and a virtual game piece, which potentially alters the user's status in the game. Under some conditions, the user wins a prize, which may be targeted to the user's demographic data. In some embodiments, to complete a game, or to redeem a prize, the user will need to visit a website.

Abstract: An active display is adapted to advertise the goods displayed on a shelf. A high-aspect-ratio display screen is connected to a display controller, which provides a static or animated image to the display screen. The image may be periodically cycled. In some embodiments, a nearby camera captures images of a consumer near the display and superimposes the consumer's image onto the screen, creating the illusion of interaction with the scene portrayed.

Abstract: An multimedia product display (MPD) for advertising goods includes a display screen and a programmable display controller for providing an image to the display screen. The screen may be formed of known technologies such as LCD, TFT LCD, NST LCD, and OLED. The screen is integrated into a case that imitates the form factor of the product advertised, for example, a display that looks like a box of WHEATIES® cereal may be used to advertise WHEATIES® cereal. In other embodiments, the display screen and programmable computer may be integrated into actual product packaging, for example, a COCA-COLA FRIDGE PACK o package may include animated instructions for opening and using the pack.

Abstract: A product distribution network enables a user to easily order remote products. The user may encounter an advertisement and send a Product Request Message (PRM), identifying the advertiser or the product, to a service provider. The service provider may then charge a fixed-rate premium for the message and instruct a product provider to deliver the product. In one embodiment, a user may hear a song on the radio and send a short messaging service (SMS) text message to a mobile phone service provider. The SMS message may include the call letters of the radio station. The service provider may then access the radio station's play list to identify the song currently playing. The service provider instructs an online music service to deliver the song to the user. The user is then charged a fixed premium rate for the text message, which is divided appropriately among the parties.

Abstract: A playlist on demand is a type of product distribution network (PDN) that provides an easy method for users to access music heard on the radio or in other media. The user may sign up for an online service with a product distribution network (PDN) provider, which may include a customizable streaming playlist. When the user is listening to the radio, he or she may hear a song and want to add it to the playlist, but may not know the song's name, or may not be in a position to easily add that song through an online interface. In that case, the user can send a text message to the PDN provider, which may consist of the call letters or other identifier of a radio station the user is listening to. Alternative methods for sending a message to the PDN provider may include interactive features incorporated into the car stereo or into a standalone Radio Data System (RDS) receiver.

Abstract: A wildlife feeder having a conical lower section defining an inner volume and an upper section, typically cylindrical. Between the lower section and the upper section is located a spinner tray, which is fed by an auger that descends into the inner volume, where particulate feed is located. The lower section has a fill opening, which is located when the wildlife feeder rests on the ground, approximately 15 to 45 inches off the ground, for ease of loading wildlife feed from a feedbag located on a vehicle, such as a pickup truck.

Abstract: Roof shingles (14) from used tires (10) are provided as well as a method of making the same. Used tires (10) are cut along the circumference on each edge to separate a tread piece (13) from the side walls (12) and the bead steel. Tread piece (13) is then cut by dye, shear or other method into a number of shorter pieces or shingles (14). The shingles are then secured in overlapping relationship, typically tread side outward, to form a waterproof covering on a building or other structure.

Abstract: Roof shingles (14) from used tires (10) are provided as well as a method of making the same. Used tires (10) are cut along the circumference on each edge to separate a tread piece (13) from the side walls (12) and the bead steel. Tread piece (13) is then cut by dye, shear, or other method into a number of shorter pieces or shingles (14). The shingles are then secured in overlapping relationship, typically tread side outward, to form a waterproof covering on a building or other structure.