Abstract: A method for detecting an object on a capacitive touch sensor of an operating terminal, wherein the object has an identifier that provides, whereby detectable information, where the identifier is detected as touch sensor data via the touch sensor and the touch sensor data is forwarded to an analysis unit, where the information of the identifier is ascertained in the analysis unit using the touch sensor data and the identifier comprises a marking, made of a conductive material, which has shapes that are connected by a connecting line, where the object is placed on the touch sensor such that the marking lies flat on the touch sensor that detects the shapes as contact points, and where the arrangement of the shapes and thus the detected contact points, provides the information.

Abstract: A vehicle interior panel for use over a deployable airbag includes an outer substrate portion having a top side, a bottom side, a tear seam, and a structural rib extending from the bottom side of the outer substrate portion. The panel includes an inner substrate portion having a top side, a bottom side, and a deflector extending from the top side of the inner substrate portion. The deflector is configured to contact the structural rib and the tear seam during deployment of the airbag. A method of manufacturing the panel includes injecting the outer substrate portion with the inner substrate portion and folding the inner substrate portion at a hinge region toward the outer substrate portion.

Abstract: A method of identifying media content presented on a display device includes determining a selected input source providing a video signal to the display device, and then selecting a first set of content identification rules when it is determined that the selected input source is a first input source, and selecting a second set of content identification rules when it is determined that the selected input source is a second input source. The method further comprises applying the selected first set or second set of content identification rules to the video signal in order to generate content identification data for the media content presented on the display device. Application of the content identification rules includes waiting for a trigger event and applying an algorithm to one or more frames of the video signal following the trigger event.

Abstract: A method of identifying media content presented on a display device includes determining a selected input source providing a video signal to the display device, and then selecting a first set of content identification rules when it is determined that the selected input source is a first input source, and selecting a second set of content identification rules when it is determined that the selected input source is a second input source. The method further comprises applying the selected first set or second set of content identification rules to the video signal in order to generate content identification data for the media content presented on the display device. Application of the content identification rules includes waiting for a trigger event and applying an algorithm to one or more frames of the video signal following the trigger event.

Abstract: Airbag deployment data is collected using a plurality of sensors located along a line of weakening formed in a vehicle interior panel. The sensors are configured to provide information pertinent to separation of adjacent portions of the panel from each other as a function of time at a plurality of locations along the line of weakening. Each sensor is attached to the panel so that the sensor crosses the line. The relative time at which a conductive part of each sensor breaks is recorded and provides useful information about airbag door behavior during airbag deployment.

Abstract: A method of identifying media content presented on a display device includes determining a selected input source providing a video signal to the display device, and then selecting a first set of content identification rules when it is determined that the selected input source is a first input source, and selecting a second set of content identification rules when it is determined that the selected input source is a second input source. The method further comprises applying the selected first set or second set of content identification rules to the video signal in order to generate content identification data for the media content presented on the display device. Application of the content identification rules includes waiting for a trigger event and applying an algorithm to one or more frames of the video signal following the trigger event.

Abstract: A method of identifying media content presented on a display device includes determining a selected input source providing a video signal to the display device, and then selecting a first set of content identification rules when it is determined that the selected input source is a first input source, and selecting a second set of content identification rules when it is determined that the selected input source is a second input source. The method further comprises applying the selected first set or second set of content identification rules to the video signal in order to generate content identification data for the media content presented on the display device. Application of the content identification rules includes waiting for a trigger event and applying an algorithm to one or more frames of the video signal following the trigger event.

Abstract: A method of identifying media content presented on a display device includes determining a selected input source providing a video signal to the display device, and then selecting a first set of content identification rules when it is determined that the selected input source is a first input source, and selecting a second set of content identification rules when it is determined that the selected input source is a second input source. The method further comprises applying the selected first set or second set of content identification rules to the video signal in order to generate content identification data for the media content presented on the display device. Application of the content identification rules includes waiting for a trigger event and applying an algorithm to one or more frames of the video signal following the trigger event.

Abstract: Airbag deployment data is collected using a plurality of sensors located along a line of weakening formed in a vehicle interior panel. The sensors are configured to provide information pertinent to separation of adjacent portions of the panel from each other as a function of time at a plurality of locations along the line of weakening. Each sensor is attached to the panel so that the sensor crosses the line. The relative time at which a conductive part of each sensor breaks is recorded and provides useful information about airbag door behavior during airbag deployment.

Abstract: A piñata hanging or holder device offers the user stability and flexibility in controlling a piñata at party events. The hanging device is collapsible for shipping and storage. The hanging device is easily assembled and utilizes the user's weight to further stabilize the device from falling or tilting. For assembly, guiding marks are providing in poles to assist the user for ease of assembly. One benefit of this device is that the device does not require anchoring or include a ballast to keep the handing device erect, which reduces shipping and manufacturing cost.

Abstract: A pilot tube assembly for easy repair and/or replacement of a pilot hood is disclosed. In one example, a field configurable burner tube assembly may include a burner tube, a pilot hood, wherein the pilot hood engages the burner tube and can be secured to the burner tube in any of two or more different orientations in the field, a thermo-electric device, and a bracket for carrying the pilot hood and burner tube assembly adjacent to the thermoelectric device.

Abstract: A pilot tube assembly for easy repair and/or replacement of a pilot hood is disclosed. In one example, a field configurable burner tube assembly may include a burner tube, a pilot hood, wherein the pilot hood engages the burner tube and can be secured to the burner tube in any of two or more different orientations in the field, a thermo-electric device, and a bracket for carrying the pilot hood and burner tube assembly adjacent to the thermoelectric device.

Abstract: Described is a continuous loop filter media and a method of filtering particulate, such as metal, from a liquid media comprising supplying a filter media 12 of a type supported in a flow passage which is used to filter particulate 56 from the liquid; wherein the filter media is comprised of at least two fabrics, a first top fabric 62 comprised of non-woven synthetic fibers 80 and a second bottom fabric 60 comprised of yarn pre-designed into a shaped porous support layer, such as, woven fibers 84, 86, 88, the first and second fabrics lying substantially on top of each other and bound together 62, 64, 66, 74 to form a continuous loop filter media; passing the continuous loop filter media into a first stage comprised of liquid and waste particulate and filtering at least a portion of the particulate therefrom onto the continuous loop filter media; passing the continuous loop filter media with the filtered particulate thereon to a removal stage 52 wherein at least a portion of the filtered particulate is separate

Abstract: An illuminated vehicle wreath incorporating a direct lighting system energized by a vehicle's battery or combined with a one of a variety of power sources, such as a solar panel or wind driven electricity generator to energize the lighting system. The illuminated wreath may be fitted to an exterior or interior of a vehicle, and preferably to a grill of a vehicle using one or more ties.

Abstract: An illuminated vehicle wreath incorporating a direct lighting system energized by a vehicle's battery or combined with a one of a variety of power sources, such as a solar panel or wind driven electricity generator to energize the lighting system. The illuminated wreath may be fitted to an exterior or interior of a vehicle, and preferably to a grill of a vehicle using one or more ties.

Abstract: Techniques and systems for modeling and provisioning complex storage devices are described. A data model provides for entity relationships between physical and logical components of the storage devices. The data model is usable to provision the devices in a uniform, automated and secure manner.

Abstract: A perpetual mechanical calendar is disclosed which includes a front board having twelve windows, a sliding plate mounted behind the front board and being printed with two series of numbers, portions of which are visible through the windows of the front board, a rack and gear assembly for horizontal adjustment of the sliding plate relative to the front board, and lever assemblies for vertical positioning of the sliding plate relative to the front board. The sliding plate can be horizontally moved between seven different positions corresponding to years which begin on each day of the week. Additionally, the sliding plate can be raised and lowered to display a series of numbers which corresponds to the proper calendar for standard years in one setting and leap years in the other.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula: ##STR1## wherein X is O or S; R and R.sup.1 are substituted or unsubstituted alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl or cycloalkyl or R and R.sup.1 may be joined to form a heterocyclic ring; R.sup.2 is substituted or unsubstituted cycloalkyl; and n is 0, 1 or 2 are disclosed as well as their postemergence and preemergence selective herbicide use against both monocot and dicot weeds in crops such as sugarbeets, cotton, soybeans and rice.

Abstract: This invention refers to a brick that may be used with other bricks having similar dimensions. While the normally exposed sides of the brick are flat, one end of the brick terminates in an angular truncate extension with the opposite end of the brick having a similarly shaped concave recess. The top of the brick has a conical shaped extension on one end and a conical recess on the other end thereof. The bottom of the brick also has a conical shaped extension on one end and a conical shaped recess on the opposite end as previously described for the top. A shoulder extends upward on one side above the top of the brick and downward on the diagonally opposing side below the bottom of the brick. The opposite side on both the top and bottom of the brick has a recess for receiving the shoulder. Holes extend through the brick from top to bottom to receive reinforcing bars therethrough.