Abstract: A method may involve receiving, via at least one processor, a request from an industrial component operating in an industrial automation system, such that the request may include an indication of a software function. The method may then involve querying a container registry having a plurality of container images based on the software function, identifying at least one container image of the plurality of container images that corresponds to the software function, sending an indication of the at least one container image to the industrial component, and receiving a selection of the at least one container image from the industrial component. The method may also involve retrieving the at least one container image from the container registry and sending the at least one container image to the industrial component.

Abstract: A method may involve receiving, via at least one processor, a request from an industrial component operating in an industrial automation system, such that the request may include an indication of a software function. The method may then involve querying a container registry having a plurality of container images based on the software function, identifying at least one container image of the plurality of container images that corresponds to the software function, sending an indication of the at least one container image to the industrial component, and receiving a selection of the at least one container image from the industrial component. The method may also involve retrieving the at least one container image from the container registry and sending the at least one container image to the industrial component.

Abstract: A method for micro-molding a polymeric membrane and including pouring a predetermined volume of curable polymer unto a micro-fabricated mold having a post array with pillars, and overlaying the polymer with a support substrate. A spacer, such as a rubber spacer, is placed in contact with the support substrate and a force is applied to an exposed side of the spacer to compress the support substrate and the polymer together. While applying the force, the polymer is cured on the mold for a predetermined time period and at a predetermined temperature to form a polymeric membrane having a pore array with a plurality of pores corresponding to the plurality of pillars of the post array. The polymeric membrane is removed from the support substrate.

Abstract: The devices, methods and systems are described for providing controlled amounts of gas, gas pressure and vacuum to microfluidic devices the culturing of cells under flow conditions. The devices, methods, and systems contemplated here may also be used to control the environment surrounding the microfluidic devices; offer user control over experiments comprising microfluidic devices, such as the ability to directly or remotely control experiment conditions; and comprise information aggregation and transmission, such that experimental data may be collected, stored, aggregated and transmitted to users.

Abstract: A charging station can simultaneously charge various types of battery-powered devices including two-way radios and power tools. The charging station includes multiple charging cups positioned on a charging base and can be made customizable by providing a variety of replaceable charging cups from which the multiple charging cups can be chosen. The replaceable charging cups can each be configured to allow one or more of the battery-powered devices to be inserted for charging.

Abstract: A wireless communication system uses a two-way radio as a user interface for a virtual assistant providing a user with access to an information system. The system can receive a request spoken into the two-way radio, convert the request from speech to text, and translate the text into a task that responds to the request. In various embodiments, the task is performed to produce a response in a form depending on the nature of the request.

Abstract: Devices, methods and systems are described for providing controlled amounts of gas, gas pressure and vacuum to microfluidic devices the culturing of cells under flow conditions.

Abstract: A method for micro-molding a polymeric membrane and including pouring a predetermined volume of curable polymer unto a micro-fabricated mold having a post array with pillars, and overlaying the polymer with a support substrate. A spacer, such as a rubber spacer, is placed in contact with the support substrate and a force is applied to an exposed side of the spacer to compress the support substrate and the polymer together. While applying the force, the polymer is cured on the mold for a predetermined time period and at a predetermined temperature to form a polymeric membrane having a pore array with a plurality of pores corresponding to the plurality of pillars of the post array. The polymeric membrane is removed from the support substrate.

Abstract: The subject of the invention is a mechanical device for inserting one out of a multitude of optical components (such as filters) in an optical path and changing the angle of incidence between the incoming light and the selected optical component independently of the optical component selection.

Abstract: An apparatus and method are disclosed for isolating living cells from an encapsulated organ or encapsulated organ tissue sample within a sealed environment. The apparatus and method utilize a sealed perfusion tank, a sealed perfusion box to create a sealed environment for the perfusion tank, and a filter cartridge containing one or more filters for separating the cells from the digested tissue sample.

Abstract: A system for transmitting and registering calls for assistance includes a plurality of call boxes, a central processor for receiving calls for assistance from the call boxes, and a plurality of portable radios capable of receiving paging messages from the central processor. At least one of the call boxes includes a frequency hopping spread spectrum transmitter for transmitting the calls for assistance, an actuator whereby a user can make a call for assistance, a voice message response device for providing a voice message, and a reset switch for resetting the call box. The central processor includes a transceiver for transmitting the paging messages, a receiver for receiving the calls for assistance, a memory and a processor. The plurality of portable radios may be carried by associates, whereby an associate may be notified of the call for assistance and report to the location.

Abstract: A pin input/output device is provided including a housing with a plurality of bores formed therein. Also included is a plurality of pin solenoids each having a unique address and a transducer slidable with respect to one of the bores of the housing. A plurality of pin position potentiometers are each mounted on an associated one of the pin solenoids for generating a position signal which is representative of a current position of the corresponding transducer with respect to the housing. An interface logic is connected to the pin position potentiometers for generating digital output signals each including the address of a designated one of the pin solenoids and the current position of the designated one of the pin solenoids as indicated by the position signal. It should be noted that the interface logic may further be used to extend the transducers per received input signals.

Abstract: A method for making file teeth including a punch and anvil that forms part of a die set. A strip of metal is positioned on the die set so that by moving the punch into engagement with the strip of metal, a plurality of file teeth will be formed from the strip of metal and simultaneously coined sharpened in a single operation.

Abstract: A press to form files that are made of sheet material, the press being capable of using tools that may be substituted one for another according to the desired shape of the file being made.

Abstract: A replaceable handle for a hollow file which includes an elongate metal bar having a reverted hook formed on the outer end thereof with the opposite end having an upstanding portion extending perpendicularly to the bar. A hand grip portion extends perpendicularly from the upper end of the upstanding portion generally parallel to the bar. A threaded stud extends rearwardly from the upstanding portion and a channel shaped hook member is mounted on the threaded stud. A thumb nut is threaded onto the threaded stud engaging the hook member to force it toward the hook member at the other end of the bar to clamp the upper surface of a hollow file therebetween.