Abstract: Various embodiments of the present disclosure include a consumable capsule containing an active ingredient in at least one compartment movably sealed by a stimuli responsive actuator, and an activation device configured to communicate with the consumable capsule. The activation device is configured to emit a wireless signal to activate the stimuli responsive actuator of the consumable capsule, and the consumable capsule is configured to deliver the active ingredient into an external environment based on the activation of the stimuli responsive actuator. In an example, the active ingredient is released into the external environment, whereas in another example, the active ingredient is injected into the external environment.

Abstract: Various embodiments of the present disclosure include a consumable capsule containing an active ingredient in at least one compartment movably sealed by a stimuli responsive actuator, and an activation device configured to communicate with the consumable capsule. The activation device is configured to emit a wireless signal to activate the stimuli responsive actuator of the consumable capsule, and the consumable capsule is configured to release the active ingredient into an external environment based on the activation of the stimuli responsive actuator.

Abstract: Various embodiments of the present disclosure include a consumable capsule containing an active ingredient in at least one compartment movably sealed by a stimuli responsive actuator, and an activation device configured to communicate with the consumable capsule. The activation device is configured to emit a wireless signal to activate the stimuli responsive actuator of the consumable capsule, and the consumable capsule is configured to release the active ingredient into an external environment based on the activation of the stimuli responsive actuator.

Abstract: A method of substituting content during a program break, includes: detecting a break in a broadcast program, and in response to the break, showing substitute content. A method of substituting broadcast content displayed on a screen, includes: determining an occurrence of a break in a broadcast content; and in response to the occurrence of the break, displaying substitute content on the screen. The method may further include: displaying the broadcast content when the break terminates.

Abstract: An apparatus for performing a substitution for a broadcast content, includes: a substitute content engine configured to detect a break in a broadcast content and to show substitute content in response to the break in a broadcast content; and a processor configured to execute the substitute content engine. An apparatus for substituting broadcast content displayed on a screen, including: a customer premise equipment capable to receive broadcast content; the customer premise equipment including a viewing engine capable to permit the display of substitute content in response to a break in the broadcast content.

Abstract: A system for providing two-way communication using an interactive television system includes a remote control and a set top box. The remote control is configured to control operation of the interactive television system. In addition, the set top box is configured to establish two-way communication with a far-end user via the interactive television system. In one configuration, the set top box includes a noise cancellation module for canceling estimated TV sound from an audio signal captured by the remote control. In another configuration, the set top box includes an output suppression module for suppressing TV sound while an audio signal is being captured.

Abstract: A method collecting content and performing a substitution for a broadcast content, includes: aggregating substitute content based upon a user preference; delivering the aggregated substitute content; and displaying the aggregated substitute content in response to a break in a broadcast content. A system for collecting content and performing a substitution for a broadcast content, includes: an aggregator configured to aggregate substitute content based upon a user preference; a transmission path communicatively coupled to the aggregator and configured to deliver the aggregated substitute content; and a display stage communicatively coupled to the transmission path and configured to display the aggregated substitute content in response to a break in a broadcast content.

Abstract: An apparatus for performing a substitution for a broadcast content, includes: a substitute content engine configured to detect a break in a broadcast content and to show substitute content in response to the break in a broadcast content; and a processor configured to execute the substitute content engine. An apparatus for substituting broadcast content displayed on a screen, including: a customer premise equipment capable to receive broadcast content; the customer premise equipment including a viewing engine capable to permit the display of substitute content in response to a break in the broadcast content.

Abstract: A method of substituting content during a program break, includes: detecting a break in a broadcast program, and in response to the break, showing substitute content. A method of substituting broadcast content displayed on a screen, includes: determining an occurrence of a break in a broadcast content; and in response to the occurrence of the break, displaying substitute content on the screen. The method may further include: displaying the broadcast content when the break terminates.

Abstract: A low error, switchable measurement lead detect circuit (9) for providing accurate current measurement readings and reducing susceptibility to false measurement lead detections due to leakage current is described. A gate (14) that receives an input select voltage Vs selectively connects either a supply voltage, Vd, or ground to the input of a voltage divider (13). Vd is connected during a measurement lead detection mode of operation or open fuse detection mode of operation, and a ground is connected during a current measurement mode of operation. During the measurement lead detection mode of operation, if the pin of a measurement lead is present in a split jack (12), the voltage divider (13) divides the supply voltage, Vd. Conversely, if no measurement lead pin is present in the split jack (12), the output voltage, Vo, of voltage divider (13) equals the level of Vd.

Abstract: An improved capacitance measurement system employs a selectable constant current source which is switched into a capacitor in a charge measurement system. The capacitor produces a linear ramp voltage in response to the constant current. An analog-to-digital converter (ADC) measures the change in voltage along the ramp over a corresponding change in time. These values, together with the value of constant current, are used to calculate the capacitance. In the preferred embodiment, a multi-slope ADC is utilized for the measurement. This system offers a wide range of measurable capacitance, and is fast responding and accurate. In addition, visual feedback to the user on measurement progress can be provided, which is particularly advantageous when measuring large capacitors.

Abstract: A floor mounted shift console for an automatic transmission has a straight-line pattern for the conventional "P R N D I L" pattern and a modified "H" pattern for a 1-2-3 shift sequence. The manual shift lever is biased into an operating position with the yoke of a primary carrier during the straight-line pattern in all positions except "L". A blocker portion on the console prevents changing from the straight-line pattern to the modified "H" pattern except from "L", but permits a change from 2nd or 3rd in the modified "H" pattern to "I" or "D", respectively. A secondary carrier, cam and lever move the transmission control output cable, which is connected to the primary carrier, in a straight line during movement of the manual shift lever to the 2nd and 3rd positions of the modified "H" pattern. A link mechanism for locking the shift console in "Park" is also provided.

Abstract: Methods and nutrient media are disclosed useful for adapting mammalian cell lines to culture at increased cell densities.