Abstract: Example aspects include techniques for implementing self-checkout via self-deactivating security tags. These techniques may include verifying, via communications with a server device, payment for a product using an electronic device. In addition, the techniques may include unlocking, via a pad of a kiosk, a security tag from the product based at least in part on confirmation of the payment for the product.

Abstract: Systems and methods for decrypting a HyperText Markup Language (“HTML”) are described. The method may include obtaining, via a browser module associated with a first user device, an encrypted HTML element; generating, via the browser module associated with the first user device, a first request to decrypt the encrypted HTML element; transmitting, via a processor, the first request and session data; obtaining, via the processor, a license for the encrypted HTML element, wherein the license include a decryption key and at least one rule; determining, via the processor, whether the encrypted HTML element satisfies the at least one rule of the license; upon determining the encrypted HTML element satisfies the at least one rule of the license, decrypting, via the processor, the encrypted HTML element using the decryption key; and causing to output, via a graphical user interface (GUI) associated with the first user device, the decrypted HTML element.

Abstract: Compositions, formulations and kits comprising chlorotoxin conjugate compounds are provided, including native and modified variants of chlorotoxin peptide conjugated to reporter molecules including fluorescent dyes. Methods of detecting and treating cancers and tumors with chlorotoxin conjugate compounds are also provided, including methods of imaging tumor tissues and cells. Dosing and pharmacokinetic profiles for therapeutic and diagnostic applications using chlorotoxin conjugate compounds are also provided.

Abstract: A brain-computer interface system includes a video processor for producing a display signal, a temporal controller for producing a plurality of repetitive visual stimulus (RVS) signals with different respective temporal aspects, a display device that receives the display signal and displays a corresponding image on a plurality of different display regions and receives the RVS signals and displays corresponding RVS in respective ones of the display regions, an electroencephalographic (EEG) sensor for sensing a visually-evoked cortical potential (VECP) signal in a user with eyes fixated on a viewed one of the display regions, and a VECP processor for processing the VECP signal to identify the respective temporal aspect of the respective RVS of the viewed display region to estimate the eye fixation location. The RVS are generated independently of the display update/refresh rate and at sufficiently high frequencies to avoid flicker perceptible to the user.

Abstract: Methods and systems of admixing hydrocarbon liquids from a plurality of tanks into a single pipeline thereof. The system may include two or more tanks positioned at a tank farm each containing a hydrocarbon liquid therein. The system may include two or more first main pipes, each connected to one of the tanks. The system may include two or more main valves, each connected to one of the first main pipes. The system may include two or more second main pipes each connected to a corresponding main valve. The system may include two or more mixing jumpers, each connected to a corresponding first main pipe, each mixing jumper to, when a corresponding main valve is closed, control hydrocarbon liquid. The system may include a mixing pipe, connected to the second main pipes and the mixing jumpers, configured to transport hydrocarbon liquid from one or more of the tanks.

Abstract: A method may include receiving, using a computing device, a video from an application server. The video may include an image frame representing a first color, and may be associated with a digital rights management technology and a resolution of one pixel by one pixel. The method may include forming, using a browser module of the computing device, an HTML element including the video received from the application server. The method may include outputting, using the computing device, the video of the HTML element to a pixel of a display screen associated with the computing device. The method may include detecting, using the browser module, that the pixel is presenting the first color. The detection may represent that the digital rights management technology is disabled on the computing device; and. The method may further include transmitting, using the computing device, a notification based on the detection to the application server.

Abstract: A bone screw comprising a shaft having a wall, the wall including a minor diameter and at least one thread having an external thread form. The thread form including a first portion comprising a crest of the thread form and a second portion extends between a minor diameter of the thread form and the first portion. The first portion having a solid configuration relative to the second portion. In some embodiments, systems, spinal constructs, surgical instruments and methods are disclosed.

Abstract: Embodiments include systems and methods of in-line mixing of hydrocarbon liquids from a plurality of tanks into a single pipeline. According to an embodiment, a method of admixing hydrocarbon liquids from a plurality of tanks into a single pipeline to provide in-line mixing thereof includes determining a ratio of a second fluid flow to a first fluid flow based on signals received from a tank flow meter in fluid communication with the second fluid flow and a booster flow meter in fluid communication with a blended fluid flow. The blended fluid flow includes a blended flow of the first fluid flow and the second fluid flow. The method further includes comparing the determined ratio to a pre-selected set point ratio thereby to determine a modified flow of the second fluid flow to drive the ratio toward the pre-selected set point ratio.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a garment configured to deliver electrical current from a remote power supply to electrically stimulate tissue of a foot of an individual. The garment can comprise a fabric and can be shaped to fit over the foot and a portion of a leg of the individual. The fabric can be configured to cause the garment body to conform to the foot when worn by the individual. The garment can further comprise a first electrode region integrated within the garment body and configured to engage a plantar region of the foot. The garment can further comprise a second electrode region integrated within the garment body and spaced from the first electrode region and configured to engage the plantar region of the foot.

Abstract: A method of processing raw poultry parts to produce a product continuing to qualify as a raw food product, including killing pathogens by increasing the core temperature to a regulatory-required temperature for a regulatory-required duration using mist heated to a temperature not denaturing or deforming the product skin in a manner resulting in a product continuing to have the appearance of a raw delicacy product. Included is an apparatus implementing said method, including a diagonally ascending heating track or chamber substantially filled with a screw auger conveying the poultry parts through the heating process, and a diagonally descending exit chute whereby the heat-processed parts exit the apparatus for final processing for packaging. Also included is a sub-system for recovering and re-using the misting liquids and other liquids exiting the parts, including filtration en route to a reservoir supplying the media for heating for misting the poultry parts.

Abstract: The present aspects include a magnetic detacher including a housing having a wall that defines a nest configured to receive a security tag; a gate member and an actuator configured to move the gate member between a closed position and an open position, wherein the gate member in the closed position blocks the nest, and in the open position allows access to the nest; a magnet positioned on an opposite side of the housing relative to the nest and adjacent to the nest, the magnet having a field in an area of the nest sufficient to unlock a magnetic lock of the security tag; and a processor in communication with the actuator and with a transaction system, wherein the processor is configured to control the actuator to move the gate member from the closed position to the open position based on receipt of an unlock signal from the transaction system.

Abstract: A bone screw comprises a shaft defining a longitudinal axis and a minor diameter. The shaft including a core having an angled surface relative to the axis. The angled surface extending from the minor diameter adjacent a proximal portion of the shaft to a distal portion of the shaft, and a wall disposed about the angled surface. The wall including at least one thread having an external thread form. In some embodiments, systems, spinal constructs, surgical instruments and methods are disclosed.

Abstract: Provided herein are conjugates comprising a protein and an oligosaccharide of one of Formulae I-VI. Also provided herein are pharmaceutical compositions comprising such conjugates. Further provided herein are methods of treating a lysosomal storage disorder in a mammal by administration of an oligosaccharide-glycoprotein conjugate.

Abstract: Per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are destroyed by oxidation in supercritical conditions. PFAS in water can be concentrated and prepared for destruction in a pretreatment phase. Following annihilation of the PFAS in supercritical conditions to levels below 5 parts per trillion (ppt), the water effluent can be used to recover heat, returned to sub-critical conditions, and then released back into the environment.

Abstract: A system comprises at least one computer device in communication with one or more server computers. The system converts unstructured text into usable order details, and uses instant messaging to notify recipients of the order details. The notices include electronic web links that launch a web interface that generates an editable, pre-populated electronic order ticket based on the order details. Submission of the electronic order ticket launches an auction during which the recipients may respond with offers to fulfill to the electronic order ticket. If after the auction more than one response is needed to fill the electronic order ticket, the system automatically allocates how and in which order the responses will be used to fill the electronic order ticket. If the electronic order ticket is not completely filled after the auction, the electronic order ticket is submitted to one or more additional exchanges for further filling.

Abstract: Drop-in and under-deck firestop devices including a sleeve structure having an inner surface and an opposite outer surface. The firestop device includes a first smoke-seal ring positioned on the inner surface of the sleeve structure, a first intumescent ring positioned below the first smoke-seal ring on the inner surface of the sleeve structure, a second smoke-seal ring positioned on the outer surface of the sleeve structure; and a second intumescent ring positioned below the second smoke-seal ring on the outer surface of the sleeve structure. The first and second smoke-seal rings and the first and second intumescent rings are respectively adhered or otherwise secured to the inner and outer surfaces of the sleeve structure.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods, compositions and systems useful for genetically engineering subcellular compartments such as OMVs for synthetic biology applications. In an embodiment, genetically engineered bacteria use OMVs to secrete compounds or proteins of interest extracellularly where the compounds or proteins of interest can be isolated from the growth media.

Abstract: In some aspects, the present disclosure provides a nanoparticle composition comprising tRNA and an aminolipid delivery compound. The aminolipid delivery compound may be a dendrimer, dendron, or dendritic lipid, a polymer such as a polyamide or polyester, or a lipid with one or more hydrophobic components. In some embodiments, these compositions may be administered to a patient to treat a genetic disease or disorder such as cystic fibrosis, Duchene muscular dystrophy, or cancer.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for rotating a test specimen and simultaneously applying a torque, bending moment, and an axial load without the applied forces interfering with each other.