Abstract: Novel MCH-1 receptor antagonists are disclosed. These compounds are used in the treatment of various disorders, including obesity, anxiety, depression, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, and psychiatric disorders. Methods of making these compounds are also described in the present invention.

Abstract: Novel and useful systems and methods for identifying, organizing and displaying organizational information are provided for multiple users to define organizational relationships associated with an organization. The organizational relationships are included in a set of organizational relationships and stored as organizational data in a computer-readable medium for future access. The organizational data is used for a variety of purposes, such as generating visual depictions of the organizational relationships.

Abstract: A mineral insulated heating cable for a heat tracing system. The heating cable includes a sheath having at least a first, and optionally a second layer, wherein the thermal conductivity of the second layer is greater than a thermal conductivity of the first layer. In addition, the first and second layers are in intimate thermal contact. The heating cable also includes a least one heating conductor for generating heat and a dielectric layer located within the sheath for electrically insulating the heating, conductor, wherein the sheath, heating conductor and dielectric layer form a heating section. In addition, the heating cable includes a conduit for receiving the heating section. Further, the heating cable includes a cold lead section and a hot-cold joint for connecting the heating and cold lead sections. In addition, a high emissivity coating may be formed on the first layer.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of Formula 1, including all stereoisomers, N-oxides, and salts thereof, wherein L is —C(R12a)R12b—C(R13a)R13b—, wherein the carbon atom bonded to R12a and R12b is also bonded to the carboxamide nitrogen atom in Formula 1; or 1,2-phenylene optionally substituted with up to 4 substituents independently selected from halogen and C1-C2 alkyl; and A, Z, R1, R2, n, G and Q are as defined in the disclosure. Also disclosed are compositions containing the compounds of Formula 1 and methods for controlling plant disease caused by a fungal pathogen comprising applying an effective amount of a compound or a composition of the invention. Also disclosed are methods for controlling a phytophagous nematode comprising contacting the nematode or its environment with a nematocidally effective amount of a compound of Formula 1 wherein L is —C(R12a)R12b—C(R13a)R13b; and A, Z, R1, R2, n, G and Q are as defined in the disclosure.

Abstract: Novel calcilytic compounds and methods of using them are provided.

Abstract: The invention is directed to efficient notification of the hearing impaired during emergencies. A message initiating agency and an administrator create an outbound message for delivery and further selects a number of campaign related parameters. A telecommunications interface module is provided that is capable of detecting the presence of a connected TTY device, and a connected TTY device logging system for recording in a database the occurrences of detection of a TTY devices associated with a particular telecommunications interface, or outbound message contact. The system delivers the campaign message to one or more telecommunications interfaces, delivers a TTY compatible message or a provides notification to said administrator of the detection of a connected TTY device, and records the incidence of failures to deliver the campaign message.

Abstract: A modular LED array light source comprises an assembly of a plurality of solid-state LED array modules. Modules are abutted to provide a large area, high intensity and high-density array that provides substantially uniform irradiance. Preferably, in each module, a linear or rectangular array of groups of LED is provided in which the density of LED die in the array is higher at ends or edges of the modules abutting other modules, to provide improved uniformity of irradiance over the illuminated area between modules. Particular arrangements of clusters of LEDs are provided that reduce or overcome the discontinuity or dip in irradiance due to edge or wall effects caused by the spacing of LED die from edges of the substrate/packaging of each module. These arrangements are advantageous for hermetically sealed LED array modules, for example, which require a minimum wall thickness for an effective seal.

Abstract: One embodiment of a Test Signal generated by Test Signal Synthesis 10 being coupled, by a method of Coupling 12, to an Antenna 14, a Receiver 16 and a Method of Verification 18; for the transmission of a Test Signal to verify the operation of the Receiver Chain of equipment in Applications receiving Intermittent Signals.

Abstract: Power tools with housings or hammer cases include a thin wall titanium shell tapering from a smaller forward section to a larger rearward section; with at least the rearward section having a wall with a substantially constant wall thickness and an interface flange that includes an outer perimeter profile that is curvilinear and defines a plurality of outwardly extending detents that provide an interference fit with the wall of the hammer case.

Abstract: An application on a user device sends a request for promotional material to a server while the application is active on a user device. The application receives the promotional material from the server and stores the promotional material in a data store on the user device. A management client on the user device receives a user interaction with the promotional material and sends data representing the user interaction to the server independent of web-browser technology.

Abstract: An approach is provided for a publish/subscribe mechanism over an ad-hoc mesh network. A module receives a request to either publish or subscribe to information provided over an ad-hoc mesh network. The module then determines at least one data schema associated with the information, wherein an identification of the information for publication or subscription is based, at least in part, on the at least one data schema.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a backpack hunting blind that may be used, for example, as a hunter blind and backpack frame or the like. In general, the device comprises a partially collapsible mainframe, a seat, a back angle support, and a camouflage cover. The device comprises a partially collapsible mainframe having a first pair of vertical supporting tubes, preferably constructed of aluminum tubing. The first pair of vertical supporting tubes may further contain a second pair of vertical tubes inside which can be pulled out for supporting the camouflage cover. The seat is rotatable and can be rotated from the originally vertical position to a horizontally operational position. Shoulder straps are provided for hunter to carry the device. The device is lightweight, compact, easy to carry, assemble and disassemble.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of cell bioreactors, and specifically in the field of disposable bioreactors.

Abstract: A shielding gas filter assembly for a welding apparatus. The filter assembly includes a filter housing having a filter disposed therein. The filter assembly also includes a filter guard coupled to the filter housing and configured to receive shielding gas. The filter guard includes a tamper resistant portion configured to inhibit an object from contacting the filter when the object is inserted into the filter guard.

Abstract: A materials handling vehicle is provided comprising: a frame; wheels supported on the frame; a traction motor coupled to one of the wheels to effect rotation of the one wheel; a speed control element operable by an operator to define a speed control signal corresponding to a desired speed of the traction motor; a system associated with a steerable wheel to effect angular movement of the steerable wheel; and control apparatus coupled to the speed control element to receive the speed control signal, and coupled to the traction motor to generate a drive signal to the traction motor in response to the speed control signal to control the operation of the traction motor. The control apparatus may determine an acceleration value for the traction motor based on at least one of an angular position of the steerable wheel, a speed of the traction motor and a current position of the speed control element as defined by the speed control signal.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of Formula 1, including all stereoisomers, N-oxides, and salts thereof, wherein Q1, Q2, R1, R2, R3 and R4 are as defined in the disclosure. Also disclosed are compositions containing the compounds of Formula 1 and methods for controlling plant disease caused by a fungal pathogen comprising applying an effective amount of a compound or a composition of the invention.

Abstract: Disclosed is a fungicidal composition comprising (a) at least one compound selected from the compounds of Formula 1, N-oxides, and salts thereof, wherein R1, R2, R3, R4, R5 and R6 are as defined in the disclosure; and (b) at least one additional fungicidal compound. Also disclosed is a method for controlling plant diseases caused by fungal plant pathogens comprising applying to the plant or portion thereof, or to the plant seed, a fungicidally effective amount of a compound of Formula 1, an N-oxide, or salt thereof (e.g., as a component in the aforesaid composition). Also disclosed is a composition comprising: (a) at least one compound selected from the compounds of Formula 1 described above, N-oxides, and salts thereof; and at least one invertebrate pest control compound or agent.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides for drag reduction on a moving object through the atmosphere, thus increasing fuel efficiency. This is accomplished by attaching an inflatable boattail (i.e. drag reducer) to the aft face or rear end of a vehicle or trailer, thus delaying the flow separation to a point further downstream and mitigating the intensity of the negative pressure on the aft face.

Abstract: Systems, methods, and computer-readable storage media for providing query-completion suggestions configured to be searched against vertical information domains in response to receiving a general web search query are provided. At least a portion of a general web search query is received. As the portion of the general web search query is received, query-completion suggestions are determined as is a likely primary intent associated with at least a portion of the determined query-completion suggestions. If the likely primary intent associated with a particular query-completion suggestion is for information associated with a particular vertical information domain other than the general web domain, the query-completion suggestion is provided such that selection thereof causes searching of the query-completion suggestion against the particular information domain for search results.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a method includes generating a first current in a bias current circuit and biasing an amplifier with the first current when the amplifier is operating in a first temperature range, and generating a second current in the bias current circuit and biasing the amplifier with the second current when the amplifier is operating in a second temperature range. These two currents may correspond to different profiles with respect to temperature, to maintain substantial linearity of the amplifier over the temperature ranges.