Abstract: Aspects of this disclosure concern controllers and control methods for applying a drive voltage to bus bars of optically switchable devices such as electrochromic devices. Such devices are often provided on windows such as architectural glass. In certain embodiments, the applied drive voltage is controlled in a manner that efficiently drives an optical transition over the entire surface of the electrochromic device. The drive voltage is controlled to account for differences in effective voltage experienced in regions between the bus bars and regions proximate the bus bars. Regions near the bus bars experience the highest effective voltage. In some cases, feedback may be used to monitor an optical transition. In these or other cases, a group of optically switchable devices may transition together over a particular duration to achieve approximately uniform tint states over time during the transition.

Abstract: Methods, systems, and apparatuses for creating or using a multi-layer lens. The processor may create a first layer lens, cool the first layer lens, and combine the first layer lens with a second layer lens to create a multi-layer lens.

Abstract: A coated glazing includes a transparent glass substrate and a coating located on the glass substrate. The coating includes at least the following layers in sequence starting from the glass substrate: a first layer having a refractive index of more than 1.6, an optional second layer having a refractive index that is less than the refractive index of the first layer, a third layer based on tin dioxide doped with fluorine, and a fourth layer based on titanium oxide, wherein the fourth layer is photocatalytic.

Abstract: Implementations of a bucket comprising improved drainage systems and mechanisms may provide for ease of emptying a bucket of substances without the user needing to bend or reach down to manipulate the bucket or drainage mechanism, and may optionally provide for enhanced filtering capabilities.

Abstract: Accessories capable of being affixed to a vehicle by interface with a receiver hitch element of the vehicle, according to certain implementations, may comprise structures enabling the accessory to carry a variety of equipment, for example wheelbarrows, ladders, or hand tools. Accessories may be configured, according to certain implementations, to increase the carrying capacity of the vehicle, provide for more ergonomic loading of equipment by a user, or otherwise advantageous functions.

Abstract: Systems and methods for servicing page requests from a cloud-based software service. In particular, page tree elements defining a page requested from a backend of a cloud-based software service can be can be transmitted to a client device that originated the page request and loaded, client-side, in an order that prioritizes, in one example, features and functionality used most frequently by a particular user of the cloud-based software service.

Abstract: A process for depositing on a surface of a substrate a layer based on a metal oxide doped with magnesium or a mixed metal oxide containing magnesium. The process includes providing a substrate having a surface, forming a gaseous mixture comprising a non-halogenated source of a metal and a source of magnesium, delivering the gaseous mixture to the surface of the substrate, and depositing the layer based on a metal oxide doped with magnesium or a mixed metal oxide containing magnesium on the surface of the substrate.

Abstract: A coated glass substrate comprising: a transparent glass substrate coated with a blocking layer comprising a material having Si—O—Si bonds and a blocking component, wherein the blocking component comprises fluorone and/or a fluorone derivative.

Abstract: A coated glass substrate comprising: a transparent glass substrate coated with a blocking layer comprising a material having Si—O—Si bonds, a polyol and/or diol and a blocking component, wherein the blocking component is a material that is capable of blocking electromagnetic radiation in the wavelength range 10-500 nm.

Abstract: A process for depositing on a surface of a substrate a layer based on a metal oxide doped with magnesium or a mixed metal oxide containing magnesium. The process includes providing a substrate having a surface, forming a gaseous mixture comprising a non-halogenated source of a metal and a source of magnesium, delivering the gaseous mixture to the surface of the substrate, and depositing the layer based on a metal oxide doped with magnesium or a mixed metal oxide containing magnesium on the surface of the substrate.

Abstract: A storage system for containing at least one of a spool defining a spool passageway and at least one bobbin defining a bobbin passageway comprising first and second containers. The first container contains at least one spool and defines at least one of a first upper connecting portion and a first lower connecting portion. The second container contains at least one bobbin and defines at least one of a second upper connecting portion and a second lower connecting portion. The first upper connecting portion engages the second lower connecting portion to detachably attach the first and second containers in a first configuration. The second upper connecting portion engages the first lower connecting portion to detachably attach the first and second containers in a second configuration.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a plastic speaker grill is provided. The method includes the steps of providing a base member having a first side and an opposing second side and defining a thickness therebetween. The base member has a plurality of spaced blind holes wherein the first side is in communication with the plurality of blind holes and the second side defines a surface that is generally uniform and uninterrupted. The method further includes cutting the base member proximate the second side to remove a portion of the base member and define the speaker grill, and in response to cutting the base member, exposing the blind holes wherein the blind holes define apertures that extend completely through the speaker grill. A plastic speaker grill is provided having tightly-spaced and miniscule apertures.

Abstract: Embodiments described herein pertain to checkout stands and related components. Checkout stands illustratively include scanners and cash drawers. In some embodiments, cash drawers are located downstream from scanners. In some embodiments, checkout stands include item entering and exiting sides. Scanners are illustratively positioned between an entering side and a cash drawer, and cash drawers are illustratively positioned between a scanner and an exiting side.

Abstract: A moveable rotating electrical box assembly, which adheres to a wall that provides a housing for standard electrical outlet (prior art), GFCI electrical outlet (prior art) and other various prior art electrical outlet types. The electrical outlet box housing is connected to a tubular wire housing by a rotating collar. The rotating collar allows the electrical box to rotate in a desired orientation. The tubular wire housing extends towards an existing outlet. The tubular wire housing flanges at the end closest to an existing outlet to accommodate a rotating plug (prior art).

Abstract: The present disclosure includes a method for providing pricing information. In some implementations, a method for providing pricing information includes receiving, from a first subscriber, a request for pricing information of one or more retailers. The request is associated with a unit provided by a retailer different from the one or more retailers. Pricing information associated with the unit is identified based on mapping information. The pricing information is provided by the one or more retailers. The mapping information maps the unit to one or more units sold by the one or more retailers.

Abstract: Apparatus for providing cable-management comprising at least one bracket having a support member and a plurality of extensions protruding from the support member, where at least one pair of adjacent extensions define at least one receptacle. At least one cable holder is removably inserted into the at least one receptacle.

Abstract: Apparatus for providing cable-management comprising at least one bracket having a support member and a plurality of extensions protruding from the support member, where at least one pair of adjacent extensions define at least one receptacle. At least one cable holder is removably inserted into the at least one receptacle.

Abstract: Embodiments described herein pertain to checkout stands and related components. Checkout stands illustratively include scanners and cash drawers. In some embodiments, cash drawers are located downstream from scanners. In some embodiments, checkout stands include item entering and exiting sides. Scanners are illustratively positioned between an entering side and a cash drawer, and cash drawers are illustratively positioned between a scanner and an exiting side.

Abstract: A cash drawer housing holding a cash drawer for use in a check stand and placed over a scanner is disclosed. The cash drawer housing has a moveable base member that is located above the scanner. The moveable base member allows the scanner to be moved without moving the cash drawer housing. The base member rotates or moves in response to contact from the scanner below during removal. The moveable base member can be scanned during removal by a latch to hold the base member out of the way to permit easier scanner removal and reinstallation.

Abstract: Disclosed embodiments concern a process for controlling plant pests, such as insects, nematodes, fungi, weeds, and combinations thereof, with specific embodiments being particularly useful for weed suppression. One disclosed embodiment comprises providing a plant, or a portion thereof, selected from the family Brassicaceae, particularly from the genera Brassica and Sinapis, and even more particularly from the genus Sinapis. Plant material is applied to soil prior to crop planting, simultaneously with crop planting, or subsequent to emergence of desired plants. The method may further comprise processing plant material. For example, with reference to Sinapis alba processing can include crushing the plants to obtain seed meal, which can be applied as obtained, or can be in other useful forms, such as pellets. Alternatively, effective glucosinolates may be extracted from plant material, either with or without first pressing the plant material.