Abstract: The present invention is directed to a physical therapy device capable of folding into a single portable device comprising a frame comprising a first lengthwise bar and a second lengthwise bar; and a first transverse bar and a second transverse bar. The frame is configured to be adjusted between an unfolded configuration for use and a folded configuration for storage; a first set of stanchions, each coupled to at least a portion of the first lengthwise bar; and a first handrail coupled to a top portion of each of the first set of stanchions. In the folded configuration, the first lengthwise bar is parallel to the second lengthwise bar, and the first and second transverse bars are configured to hinge such that each bar folds towards a center region of the frame to be substantially parallel to the first and second lengthwise bars.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to sensitizer compounds and their use in combination with Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors (TKIs) for sensitizing tumor, cancer or pre-cancerous cells to TKI treatment. In particular, the present invention relates to administration regimes that combine TKIs such as Gefitinib or Icotinib with TKI-sensitizing DZ1 esters and amides conjugated to statin or platin-based drugs, or to Artemisinin, including, without limitation: DZ1-Simvastatin amide, DZ1-Simvastatin ester, DZ1-Cisplatin ester, and DZ1-Cisplatin amide, DZ1-Artemisinin ester, and DZ1-Artemisinin amide. Furthermore, the present invention relates to improved TKI treatment of cancers by sensitizing tumor, cancer or pre-cancerous cells, in particular cancers that develop TKI resistance, including e.g. lung cancer and pancreatic cancer.

Abstract: A legged robot may seek to operate according to a target gait. The legged robot may include leg members and leg joints. Possibly based on the target gait and state of the legged robot, an ordered list of gait controllers may be obtained. The gait controllers in the ordered list may define respective gaits of the legged robot, and may include respective validity checks and output parameters for the respective gaits. The ordered list may begin with a target gait controller that defines the target gait. The ordered list may be traversed in order from the target gait controller until a validity check associated with a particular gait controller passes. The legged robot may be instructed to actuate the leg members and/or leg joints according to output parameters of the particular gait controller.

Abstract: A payment code is generated for a transaction. The payment code includes a substring of information that identifies the code as a payment token for a frictionless payment of the transaction. The substring of information includes a payment token identifier that identifies the payment code as being representative of a payment request. The substring of information, when captured in an image taken of a transaction area for the transaction or when scanned, causes the terminal to enter a payment state during which payment details are obtained from the payment code and a payment service is contacted with the payment details based on the payment type. The terminal processes a frictionless payment for the transaction through the payment service to complete the transaction.

Abstract: A donation workflow with donation screens is integrated into a transaction workflow of a transaction terminal. The donation workflow is independent and separate from the transaction workflow. When a customer enters a donation into a donation entry screen, an agent on the terminal provides the donation amount to a transaction manager of the terminal. The donation amount is added as a line item to the transaction total. After payment, the fiat currency associated with the donation amount is used to purchase an equivalent amount in cryptocurrency over a blockchain and held in a store wallet of a store. The equivalent amount in cryptocurrency is subsequently transferred over the blockchain from the store wallet to a charity's wallet associated with the charity that is to receive the donation amount from the customer.

Abstract: A functional element 2 including at least one first relief structure 13 in at least one first area 21 and at least one metal layer 12 arranged in at least one subarea of the at least one first relief structure 13 and optionally a preferably polymeric dielectric layer on the side of the metal layer 12 which faces the observer, wherein the at least one first relief structure 13 has a periodic variation of elevations and depressions in the x- and y-direction, wherein the elevations succeed each other with a grating period ? which is smaller than a wavelength of the light visible to the human eye, wherein the minima of the depressions define a base surface and wherein the at least one first relief structure 13 has a relief depth t. Further, a method for producing or modifying a surface and a product 1 having such a functional element 2.

Abstract: Water-based release coatings are disclosed. The water-based release coatings include a homogenous blend of water, a surfactant comprising saponin glycosides, and lecithin. The mixture of saponin glycosides are preferably derived from the Quillaja plant. The release coatings can be used for reducing or preventing build-up on a cooking surface.

Abstract: A computerized system and method may provide a dynamic, adaptable, and robust framework for intelligent web-based video playing. A computerized system including a memory and a computer processor may arrange a plurality of video frames based on one or more data items associated with groups of pictures (GOPs) and/or video playing commands and/or settings, and render and/or play the arranged frames on an output display. Functionalities enabled by different embodiments of the invention include, for example: automatically adjusting a video playing speed according to a number of accumulated frames within a memory buffer; appending a memory buffer with frames included in another (e.g., separate) memory buffer based on a requested video playing direction; omitting frames from a video sequence (thus sparing the need to process omitted frames) based on quantifying their information content and/or distance from reference frames; and synchronizing video playing on different (e.g., remote) computer systems.

Abstract: A corrugated paper display moveable from a stowed condition to a display condition is described herein. The display has a first rectangular sleeve having opposed lateral edges, a front edge, and a back edge. Two side panels one of each are attached respectively to one of each of the two opposed lateral edges. A back wall is connected to the back edge and the two side panels. A rectangular display compartment extends between the opposed side walls and a shelf is positioned in the rectangular display compartment. A front panel is hingedly connected to the first sleeve and rests on top of the first sleeve when in the stowed condition. When in the deployed condition, the front panel extends from the first sleeve to form a body of a second height which is 1.5 to 2.5 times greater than the first height.

Abstract: An interface is rendered on a user-operated device. Selections are made with respect to a first set of options by the user operating the interface. A list of potential food dishes for further selection by the user is presented within the interface based on the selections. A food dish selection is received from the user through the interface. A recipe for the selected food dish is generated and presented within the interface based on the food dish selection and a list of ingredients needed for the recipe are generated as a shopping list for the user to obtain at a store. In an embodiment, a navigation route to obtain the ingredients within the store is provided to the user when the user is at the store, allowing the user to traverse the route within the store and obtain each of the ingredients.

Abstract: A nose foam for a respiratory protection device is presented that includes a first check portion, a second check portion, and a nose bridge portion. The first and second check portions are both wider than the nose bridge portion. The nose foam is selected for the respiratory protection device by a computer-based respiratory protection device selection system, based on a facial feature of a wearer.

Abstract: A system and method for the preparation of electronic publications or “ePubs” that provide a rich multimedia experience to readers using any of a variety of user devices, without requiring those individuals wishing to prepare such ePubs to install proprietary client applications on the computing device used to prepare the ePubs, and without the need to download a large portion or all of the ePub to enable viewing on an electronic device of an end-user.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods for topically treating strictures by orally administering corticosteroids. Dosages, formulations, and methods for administration of corticosteroids are provided.

Abstract: A user interface of a terminal is enhanced to provide a screen depicting suggested items for purchasing by a customer before completing a transaction at the terminal. The suggested items can include items likely to have been forgotten by the customer based on the current basket of items in the transaction and/or items that are otherwise related to the current basket of items. Any suggested item selected by the customer for adding to the transaction is communicated to a server. The server maintains a data structure for transactions that require items to be picked up and current statuses for item picking transactions. Store-operated devices allow in-store pickers to select items that need to be picked from the store for the transactions identified in the data structure. When a picker acquires the items from store shelves, the items are delivered to a designated area of the store and the customer retrieves the items from that area.

Abstract: A paperboard food container incudes a receptacle with an opening, and a closure disposed across the opening. The closure includes two surfaces, one having a tamper-evident region of weakness. One of the surfaces has an edge with a length and a tab attached to the edge, the tab having a first position wherein the tab overlies a portion of the surface having a length substantially equal to the length of the edge and a second position wherein the tab is spaced from the surface. One of the tab and the portion of the surface has an adhesive disposed thereon, and the other of the tab and the portion has a release coating disposed thereon. With the tab in the first position, the adhesive cannot be joined to the other surface, but with the tab in the second position, the surfaces may be joined to seal the closure.

Abstract: Provided herein are methods for treating a pulmonary infection in a patient in need thereof, for example, a nontuberculous mycobacterial pulmonary infection for at least one treatment cycle. The method comprises administering to the lungs of the patient a pharmaceutical composition comprising a liposomal complexed aminoglycoside comprising a lipid component comprising electrically neutral lipids and an aminoglycoside. Administration comprises aerosolizing the pharmaceutical composition to provide an aerosolized pharmaceutical composition comprising a mixture of free aminoglycoside and liposomal complexed aminoglycoside, and administering the aerosolized pharmaceutical composition via a nebulizer to the lungs of the patient. The methods provided herein result in a change from baseline on the semi-quantitative scale for mycobacterial culture for a treated patient, and/or NTM culture conversion to negative during or after the administration period.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for the installation of scientifically engineered and constructed unpaved runways are disclosed herein. The compositions are heterogeneous mixtures produced by blending aliphatic or cyclic organic compounds with binders that chemically react with gravel, aggregate, and soil particles to create permanent bonds, resulting in a strengthened and stabilized surface. When blended into the aggregate of a runway surface, the organic compounds act as a carrier fluid, distributing the binder system evenly so particles of all sizes are thoroughly and uniformly coated with the composition. Once the composition is distributed, an adhesion promoting compound reacts with constituents in the aggregate to increase the formation and strength of chemical bonds between particles.