Abstract: A technology is described for a repeater comprising a modem configured to function as a time division duplex (TDD) uplink/downlink modem configured as a scanning sync detection module (SDM) configured to determine an UL/DL configuration information and scan channels for monitoring information. The modem can be configured to: identify one or more frequency ranges associated with a plurality of cellular carriers; scan the one or more frequency ranges; identify monitoring information that includes cellular carrier specific information for the one or more frequency ranges associated with the plurality of cellular carriers; and provide the monitoring information to the repeater for communication to the remote server.

Abstract: A packaged laundry product comprising packaging and perfume particles contained in said packaging; wherein the packaging comprises a cylindrical receptacle formed from a material comprising cellulosic fibres, wherein the receptacle comprises a mechanism for impeding a child's access to the container; and wherein the perfume particles comprise carrier material and perfume components.

Abstract: A system for monitoring an energy storage system composed of multiple cells connected in series has a chain of monitors including at least first and second monitors. The first monitor is configured for monitoring at least a first cell in the energy storage system to produce first monitored data. The second monitor is configured for monitoring at least a second cell in the energy storage system to produce second monitored data. The first monitor is further configured for transferring the first monitored data to the second monitor for delivery to a controller.

Abstract: A system for monitoring an energy storage system composed of multiple cells connected in series has a chain of monitors including at least first and second monitors. The first monitor is configured for monitoring at, least a first cell in the energy storage system to produce first monitored data. The second monitor is configured for monitoring at least a second cell in the energy storage system to produce second monitored data. The first monitor is further configured for transferring the first monitored data to the second monitor for delivery to a controller.

Abstract: An operational amplifier circuit reduces signal distortion in switching circuits resulting from flow of bias current through an analog switch having a resistance that changes with a common mode voltage level. The circuit includes an operational amplifier, and first, second, and third switches monolithically integrated on a same integrated circuit substrate. The first switch is connected in a feedback path of the operational amplifier between an output and an inverting input of the operational amplifier. The second and third switches each have one terminal connected to a non-inverting input of the operational amplifier and another terminal receiving a respective input signal, and operate to provide a selected input signal to the amplifier. The first switch operates in a conducting state before, during, and after any period in which any of the second and third switches is in the conducting state. The switches may be analog switches having same operational characteristics.

Abstract: An apheresis tubing set comprises a cryocyte bag for collecting cells separated during apheresis. The cryocyte bag may comprise a mixing compartment in fluid communication with a cell storage compartment, wherein the mixing compartment comprises a cryoprotectant port and a cell sample port and wherein the storage and mixing compartments are in fluid communication via a mix conduit.

Abstract: A continuous-loop conveyor, towering upon vertical framework, which allows potted perennial plants and other plants to be transported throughout all stages of maturity in a manner which substantially multiplies yield per acre, allows production to proceed in both natural and artificial light, allows production and harvesting to be automated, and allows production to proceed in conditions which are favorable to plants but unfavorable to humans. The entire apparatus can be constructed of lightweight, cost-effective materials, which afford mass-production and mass-array into vast automatic growing operations.

Abstract: Methods and associated apparatus for automatically growing agricultural crops vertically and/or in a continuous fashion throughout each year (Vertical Farm) in combination with contiguous and co-located production of biofuel, food, biomass for the purpose of carbon sequestering (carbon credits), and biomass electric power generation. A process that incorporates vast arrays of continuous-loop conveyors, towering upon vertical framework, which allow potted plants to be transported throughout all stages of maturity in a manner which substantially multiplies yield per acre, allows production to proceed in both natural and artificial light, allows production and harvesting to be automated, and allows production to proceed in conditions which are highly favorable to plants but unfavorable to humans. The entire apparatus can be constructed of lightweight, cost-effective materials which afford mass-production and mass-array into vast automatic growing operations.

Abstract: A continuous-loop conveyor, towering upon vertical framework, which allows potted perennial plants and other plants to be transported throughout all stages of maturity in a manner which substantially multiplies yield per acre, allows production to proceed in both natural and artificial light, allows production and harvesting to be automated, and allows production to proceed in conditions which are favorable to plants but unfavorable to humans. The entire apparatus can be constructed of lightweight, cost-effective materials, which afford mass-production and mass-array into vast automatic growing operations.

Abstract: A system for monitoring an energy storage system composed of multiple cells connected in series has a chain of monitors including at least first and second monitors. The first monitor is configured for monitoring at, least a first cell in the energy storage system to produce first monitored data. The second monitor is configured for monitoring at least a second cell in the energy storage system to produce second monitored data. The first monitor is further configured for transferring the first monitored data to the second monitor for delivery to a controller.

Abstract: An apheresis tubing set comprises a cryocyte bag for collecting cells separated during apheresis. The cryocyte bag may comprise a mixing compartment in fluid communication with a cell storage compartment, wherein the mixing compartment comprises a cryoprotectant port and a cell sample port and wherein the storage and mixing compartments are in fluid communication via a mix conduit.

Abstract: An apheresis tubing set comprises a cryocyte bag (1) for collecting cells separated during apheresis. The cryocyte bag may comprise a mixing compartment (7) in fluid communication with a cell storage compartment, wherein the mixing compartment comprises a cryoprolectant port (9) and a cell sample port (16) and wherein the storage and mixing compartments are in fluid communication via a mix conduit The cryocyte bag may comprise two or more independent cell storage compartments for collecting two or more aliquots of the cells.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a system having a plurality of capacitor discharge units (CDUs) that includes electrical bridge type detonators operatively coupled to respective explosives. A pulse charging circuit is adapted to provide a voltage for each respective capacitor in each CDU. Such capacitors are discharged through the electrical bridge type detonators upon receiving an optical signal to detonate respective operatively coupled explosives at substantially the same time.

Abstract: A gas fireplace article comprising a molded portion and a particulate. The particulate providing an effect different from the molded portion. An insert to fit within a recess of a gas fireplace article. The insert including a particulate. Methods and compositions for forming gas fireplace articles that include a particulate.

Abstract: When an external reset signal EXRST is asserted received by a reset unit (6), it is synchronised with an internal clock to produce an internal reset signal INRST, which is applied to a CPU (4) and other modules in the circuit to reset them. While the internal reset signal INRST is being applied to the CPU, the rate of a refresh signal being generated by a DRAM controller (7) for refreshing data in DRAM (3) is increased. Then, when the external reset signal EXRST is disabled, a delayed reset signal DLYRST is generated and applied to the DRAM controller (7) so that it is reset. The CPU, being already reset, can then quickly reconfigure the DRAM controller and re-enable it to resume refreshing the DRAM (4), thus maintaining the data in the DRAM.