Abstract: An improvised gun lock assembly formed of two major components which alternatively slide together around a slide, trigger and/or action of a firearm, or alternatively formed by two hingedly-connected lateral halves which clamp down around the trigger, slide and/or action of a firearm. The assembly may comprise an arcuate member enveloping a barrel and action.

Abstract: An improvised gun lock assembly formed of two major components which alternatively slide together around a slide, trigger and/or action of a firearm, or alternatively formed by two hingedly-connected lateral halves which clamp down around the trigger, slide and/or action of a firearm. The assembly may comprise an arcuate member enveloping a barrel and action.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to an opiate reduction treatment system. The system comprises a PIN generator for creating a Patient Identification Number (PIN) unique to a given patient, wherein the PIN includes one or more fields, and wherein the one or more fields each include a scored value, each scored value associated with a defined portion of a health profile of the given patient, a database including test results for a plurality of PINs, and known treatments, and a neural network, including an input layer configured to receive an output of a PIN for a given patient from the PIN generator and compound constituents as input values, an output layer configured to provide an opioid reduction treatment prediction, an intermediate layer configured to store a representation of the database, and map the input layer to the output layer through the stored representation.

Abstract: The techniques described herein provide for a career management platform accessed by users (e.g., employees) through many mediums to help them manage and navigate their careers, skills, and/or experiences. The platform allows users to discover other potential opportunities that they may be interested in, provide relevant resources, and provide a means to gain experiences to help close various skills gaps and/or develop vital skills related to their current career, selected career destination, and/or defined career goals (purpose) statement. In one embodiment, opportunities are recommended to the user through the career management platform.

Abstract: A valve actuator, valve, and method of actuation of a valve are disclosed. The valve actuator includes a shape memory alloy element attachable to a valve body, capable of use with a valve to cause movement of the valve between first and second positions. The valve actuator also includes a sensor located within a well and capable of detecting the presence of a fluid based on a fluid property of the fluid. The valve actuator includes a power supply electrically connected to the sensor and the shape memory alloy element, capable of applying an electric current to the shape memory alloy element in response to the sensor detecting the presence of the fluid. The electric current causes a temperature of the shape memory alloy element to increase beyond a threshold temperature at which the shape memory alloy element actuates.

Abstract: A valve actuator, valve, and method of actuation of a valve are disclosed. The valve actuator includes a shape memory alloy element attachable to a valve body, capable of use with a valve to cause movement of the valve between first and second positions at a predetermined temperature and responsive to at least a threshold amount of temperature change of the shape memory alloy element. The valve actuator further includes an expansion element attached to the shape memory alloy element, the expansion element responsive to temperature changes at a rate lower than a rate of change of temperature indicative of a valve leak, the expansion element adjusting tension on the shape memory alloy element, thereby changing the predetermined temperature.

Abstract: A valve actuator, valve, and method of actuation of a valve are disclosed. The valve actuator includes a shape memory alloy element attachable to a valve body, capable of use with a valve to cause movement of the valve between first and second positions at a predetermined temperature and responsive to at least a threshold amount of temperature change of the shape memory alloy element. The valve actuator further includes an expansion element attached to the shape memory alloy element, the expansion element responsive to temperature changes at a rate lower than a rate of change of temperature indicative of a valve leak, the expansion element adjusting tension on the shape memory alloy element, thereby changing the predetermined temperature.

Abstract: A valve actuator, valve, and method of actuation of a valve are disclosed. The valve actuator includes a shape memory alloy element attachable to a valve body, capable of use with a valve to cause movement of the valve between first and second positions. The valve actuator also includes a sensor located within a well and capable of detecting the presence of a fluid based on a fluid property of the fluid. The valve actuator includes a power supply electrically connected to the sensor and the shape memory alloy element, capable of applying an electric current to the shape memory alloy element in response to the sensor detecting the presence of the fluid. The electric current causes a temperature of the shape memory alloy element to increase beyond a threshold temperature at which the shape memory alloy element actuates.

Abstract: A method of protecting the 3? end of a DNA molecule from nuclease damage is disclosed. In one embodiment, the method comprises the step of exposing the DNA molecule to a preparation of DdrA protein.

Abstract: A method of protecting the 3? end of a DNA molecule from nuclease damage is disclosed. In one embodiment, the method comprises the step of exposing the DNA molecule to a preparation of DdrA protein.

Abstract: A portable dolly for use in towing a tractor including at least one wheel for moving the dolly, a king pin configured for placement in a mating engagement with a fifth wheel on the tractor, and a plurality of chains for connecting the dolly to the tractor, wherein the dolly is configured to assist a wrecker with towing the tractor from the tractor's front end without removing the front drive axle and drive shaft on the tractor. A lift mechanism is provided for lifting the tractor off the ground into a position that is suitable for towing.

Abstract: A liquid crystal deodorant is produced by dissolving a powdered crystalline double sulfate of aluminum (alum) in a saturated solution of water, or a combination of water and alcohol, preferably denatured ethanol. The deodorant then is applied in any suitable fashion to provide odor control, particularly for underarm and foot odor control purposes.

Abstract: A package for dispensing solid products, such as solid crystal deodorant, includes a first hollow main body portion having a uniform cross section throughout its length. Both ends of the package are open; and a slide member is located within the main body portion. The bottom end of the main body portion of the package has an inwardly turned flange to prevent the movement of the slide member outwardly from the main body portion through the bottom end. The solid crystal deodorant is mounted on the slide member, and is configured to freely move from the bottom end of the main body portion outwardly through the upper end. Drain holes are placed through the slide member to permit fluid, such as water, to pass downwardly from the sides of the crystal deodorant and out through the holes when the package is stored in an upright position. A chamber in the slide member is filled with a sponge-like material for receiving fluid which passes from the crystal deodorant through the holes in the slide member.

Abstract: A package for dispensing solid products, such as solid crystal deodorant, includes a first hollow main body portion having a uniform cross section throughout its length. Both ends of the package are open; and a slide member is located within the main body portion. The bottom end of the main body portion of the package has an inwardly turned flange to prevent the movement of the slide member outwardly from the main body portion through the bottom end. The solid crystal deodorant is mounted on the slide member, and is configured to freely move from the bottom end of the main body portion outwardly through the upper end. Drain holes are placed through the slide member to permit fluid, such as water, to pass downwardly from the sides of the crystal deodorant and out through the holes when the package is stored in an upright position. A chamber in the slide member is filled with a sponge-like material for receiving fluid which passes from the crystal deodorant through the holes in the slide member.