Abstract: A percussion device includes a drumstick assembly and a sleeve. The drumstick assembly includes a drumstick having a base and a tip end, and a drumstick tip secured to the tip end of the drumstick, the drumstick tip including a sensor. The sleeve is disposed about at least a portion of the drumstick including the base thereof, and includes at least one control button, a communication element, and a processor in communication with the at least one control button, the drumstick tip and the communication element. The processor is configured to receive a signal from the drumstick tip and to generate output to the communication element. The output so generated includes a signal that specifies a sound file selected by operation of the at least one control button.

Abstract: An apparatus for viewing an event at an event site includes a plurality of cameras disposed about an event site, the cameras providing views of the event site from at least two different camera angles, and a viewer in communication with the plurality of cameras, the viewer enabling a user to selectively view the event by means of at least two of the plurality of cameras.

Abstract: A musical instrument includes a body, a neck attached to the body, a plurality of strings having first ends secured to the body and second ends secured to the neck, and a keyboard secured to the body. Optionally, each of the strings is associated with a plucker.

Abstract: A method of transmitting content over a network, the content depicting at least one person and being subject to a record-keeping requirement, includes the steps of: providing information pertaining to a person depicted in at least a portion of the content in accordance with a record-keeping requirement; associating the information with the content; providing the associated information to a custodian; verifying that the information complies with the record-keeping requirement; and transmitting the content over a network.

Abstract: A method for producing content, the content depicting at least one person, at least a portion of the content being subject to a record-keeping requirement, includes the steps of: providing a system including means for producing content, a first database, first input means for providing information pertaining to a person to be depicted in the content to the first database, and means for providing a signature of the person to the first database; obtaining a digitized model release signed by the person using the means for providing a signature of the person to the first database; providing the digitized signed model release to the first database; providing information pertaining to the person to be depicted in the content in accordance with the record-keeping requirement to the first data base using the first input means and associating the information with the content; and producing the content.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention are directed to an apparatus and system for a target game used in conjunction with a toilet or urinal, wherein a target body is positioned within the toilet basin. The target game comprises a target body and coupling members, wherein the target body is divided into sections. The coupling members secure the target body to the toilet basin and include a securing member and an attachment member, wherein the securing member is any device that is capable of attaching to the toilet and wherein the attachment member couples the securing member to the target body. Other embodiments of the apparatus and system include image projection systems to create the target.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention are directed to an ornamental system, apparatus and method that is dynamically modifiable. Embodiments of the ornament system comprise a processor, at least one ornamental member and a data controller. The processor is a computer or similar device that stores data for transmission. The ornamental member is configured to receive and display data stored in a database. Embodiments of the present invention can be coupled to other ornamental systems across a wide area network, wherein users can share data files for display.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention comprises a system, method, and apparatus that provides for the utilization of a relatively real-time or near real-time interpretation or translation that may be utilized preferably for a relatively short duration of time on a network. A preferred embodiment of the present invention provides online, real-time, short-duration interpreting services in a network-based format. In preferred embodiments, the interpreting system comprises at least one provider computer, such as a server, wherein the provider computer is capable of communicating with user computers via a network. In one preferred embodiment, the provider computer provides a series of web pages that allow access to the interpreting system, including, but not limited to, a request for service page, wherein a user can access the system and input a request for interpreting services. Interpreting services are then provided to a user and a third party desiring to communicate with the user via the network.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention comprises a system, method, and apparatus that provides for the utilization of a relatively real-time or near real-time interpretation or translation that may be utilized preferably for a relatively short duration of time on a network. A preferred embodiment of the present invention provides online, real-time, short-duration interpreting services in a network-based format. In preferred embodiments, the interpreting system comprises at least one provider computer, such as a server, wherein the provider computer is capable of communicating with user computers via a network. In one preferred embodiment, the provider computer provides a series of web pages that allow access to the interpreting system, including, but not limited to, a request for service page, wherein a user can access the system and input a request for interpreting services. Interpreting services are then provided to a user and a third party desiring to communicate with the user via the network.

Abstract: A system and process employs a gastric band device having an adjustable restriction amount that is adjustable based on at least one first control signal. The system and process also employs at least one of a wireless receiver and location detection electronics configured for providing at least one second signal. In addition, a controller is configured to provide at least one first control signal to the gastric band device based at least in part on at least one second control signal from at least one of the wireless receiver and the location detection electronics. The controller may be configured to provide at least one first control signal for one of increasing restriction or reducing restriction of the gastric band in response to receiving a signal from the location detection electronics representing a predefined geographic location.

Abstract: A system for producing content, the content depicting at least one person, includes: means for producing content; a first database; first input means for providing information pertaining to a person to be depicted in the content to the first database; and means for providing a signature of the person to the first database.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention are directed to a data management system, apparatus and process for uniquely identifying and protecting data. In preferred embodiments, the data management system comprises a data management server, a key generator, a source print generator and a source print detector. In some preferred embodiments, the data management system further comprises a data embedding system. Keys are created by the data management system for application to source files to create a fingerprint for the source file. The fingerprint is compared to unknown files to identify uses of the source file.

Abstract: In a method of producing a composition having a primary component and a secondary component, a primary component is generated by a primary producer. A secondary component is generated by a secondary producer while the primary producer is generating the primary component; the secondary component is selected from a menu provided to the secondary producer. The primary component and the secondary component are then combined to produce the composition.

Abstract: A system for defending a planet having a satellite against impact from an incoming body includes an explosive system and a propulsion system. The explosive system is adapted for deployment on the satellite and detonation thereon with sufficient explosive force to produce at least one ejectum to which is imparted a velocity increment sufficient for the ejectum to exceed the satellite's escape velocity and enter orbit about the planet. The propulsion system is adapted to be secured to at least one ejectum and impart a velocity increment to the ejectum sufficient to leave orbit about the planet and enter an orbit intercepting the incoming body. The system is used in a planetary defense method in which the explosive system is deployed at a deployment site on the satellite and detonated to produce at least one ejectum having a velocity that exceeds the escape velocity of the satellite.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention are directed to a data management system, apparatus and process for uniquely identifying and protecting data. In preferred embodiments, the data management system comprises a data management server, a key generator, a source print generator and a source print detector. In some preferred embodiments, the data management system further comprises a data embedding system. Keys are created by the data management system for application to source files to create a fingerprint for the source file. The fingerprint is compared to unknown files to identify uses of the source file.

Abstract: A method of transmitting content over a network, the content being subject to a record-keeping requirement, includes the steps of: providing information pertaining to at least a portion of the content in accordance with a record-keeping requirement; associating the information with the content; providing the associated information to a custodian; and transmitting the content over a network.

Abstract: A method of obtaining and displaying content on a site on a network is provided. The content is provided by a content supplier to a content requester for display by the requester on the site on the network, and is subject to a regulation. According to the method, a request for at least one data file including content subject to a regulation is created by the content requester. The request is transmitted to the content provider, and a compilation file including copies of each requested data file is created by the content supplier. A record file including information pertaining to each requested data file, the information being required for compliance with the regulation, and information pertaining to the compilation file, the information being required for compliance with the regulation, is then created by the content supplier, and the compilation file and the record file are transmitted to the content requester.

Abstract: An interactive walkway includes a plurality of walkway segments, each of the walkway segments being associated with a signal generator, a physical location, and an identifying indicium, and at least one receiver in communication with the signal generators, the at least one receiver being adapted to receive a transmission and activate at least one of the signal generators upon receipt of the transmission. Gaming methods that make use of the interactive walkway are also disclosed.

Abstract: A computer includes a processor, position determining means for determining the location of the computer, and control means for controlling the operation of the processor. The control means are in communication with the position determining means and control the operation of the processor in response to location information provided to the control means by the position determining means.

Abstract: In a method of posting a video subject to a regulation on a website, the video being submitted to the website by a user, the user accesses a website that allows the user to post videos thereon. When it is determined that the video to posted on the website includes content subject to a regulation, the user provides information required by the regulation. A video segment that displays the information so provided is then produced and incorporated into the video, and the video incorporating the video segment is then enabled to be posted on the website.