Abstract: An electronic device obtains a first image, including an image area enclosing a barcode, selects an image filter having a filter parameter, and iteratively processes the first image until a quality score satisfies an image modulation condition. A set of filters and associated filter parameters are determined for processing additional barcode images based on at least the image filter and the filter parameter corresponding to the quality score that satisfies the image modulation condition. During each iterative cycle, the image area is processed by the image filter having the filter parameter to generate a plurality of grayscale values, determine the quality score that measures the quality of two grayscale clusters grouping the grayscale values of the image area, determine whether the quality score satisfies the image modulation condition, and adjust the filter parameter of the image filter when the quality score does not satisfy the image modulation condition.

Abstract: An electronic device obtains a first image, including an image area enclosing a barcode, selects an image filter having a filter parameter, and iteratively processes the first image until a quality score satisfies an image modulation condition. A set of filters and associated filter parameters are determined for processing additional barcode images based on at least the image filter and the filter parameter corresponding to the quality score that satisfies the image modulation condition. During each iterative cycle, the image area is processed by the image filter having the filter parameter to generate a plurality of grayscale values, determine the quality score that measures the quality of two grayscale clusters grouping the grayscale values of the image area, determine whether the quality score satisfies the image modulation condition, and adjust the filter parameter of the image filter when the quality score does not satisfy the image modulation condition.

Abstract: An injection device comprising: a first barrel for containing a first fluid, and having a first plunger; a second barrel for containing a second fluid, and having a second plunger, the second barrel being arranged to one side of the first barrel; a flow converging chamber in fluid communication with the second barrel, for receiving, in use, a flow of the second fluid from the second barrel when the second plunger is advanced within the second barrel; a first inlet to the flow converging chamber, in communication with the first barrel, for receiving, in use, a flow of the first fluid from the first barrel when the first plunger is advanced within the first barrel, simultaneously with the advancement of the second plunger, and arranged to introduce the flow of the first fluid in a concentric manner within the flow of the second fluid, at a meeting point within the flow converging chamber, to produce a concentric flow of the first fluid within the second fluid; and an outlet of the flow converging chamber, for o

Abstract: A method of operating a liquid crystal display (LCD) device is disclosed. The device comprises an LCD screen held by a housing, a camera positioned within the housing, and a backlight arranged to illuminate the LCD screen. The method comprises displaying a first image on the LCD screen by setting a first set of elements of the LCD screen to transmit light and illuminating the LCD screen with the backlight. After switching off the backlight, a second set of elements is set to transmit light with colour filters off, and an image is captured with the camera. After capturing the image, a second image is displayed on the LCD screen by setting a third set of elements to transmit light and illuminating the LCD screen with the backlight.

Abstract: A utility cart has a lower platform comprising a lower recessed storage area, an upper platform comprising an upper recessed storage area, a plurality of legs extending upwardly from the lower platform and supporting the upper platform in spaced relationship from the lower platform, a handle extending from the raised platform, a plurality of wheels connected to the lower platform and rollably supporting the cart, a configurable divider for selective location in the upper recessed storage area for dividing the upper recessed storage area into a plurality of compartments, and one or more tool holders.

Abstract: A utility cart comprises a frame supported by first and second front wheels mounted for rotation about a front wheel axis and spaced apart by a first distance and first and second rear wheels mounted for rotation about a rear wheel axis and spaced apart by a second distance, and a bed mounted to the frame and configured for rotational movement between a transport position and a dumping position about a pivot axis, the pivot axis being located between the front wheel axis and the rear wheel axis, wherein the second distance is greater than the first distance and a width of the bed, whereby when the bed is moved to the dumping position the bed is located between the rear wheels.

Abstract: A method of operating a liquid crystal display (LCD) device is disclosed. The device comprises an LCD screen held by a housing, a camera positioned within the housing, and a backlight arranged to illuminate the LCD screen. The method comprises displaying a first image on the LCD screen by setting a first set of elements of the LCD screen to transmit light and illuminating the LCD screen with the backlight. After switching off the backlight, a second set of elements is set to transmit light with colour filters off, and an image is captured with the camera. After capturing the image, a second image is displayed on the LCD screen by setting a third set of elements to transmit light and illuminating the LCD screen with the backlight.

Abstract: A striking tool is provided. The striking tool includes a head, a handle coupled to or extending from the head, and an insert. The head defines a striking surface and has an opening therein. The insert is removably insertable into the opening of the head. The insert includes a cartridge having an interior space, a damping member located in the interior space, and a body located in the interior space. The body is movable with respect to the cartridge in order to allow the damping member to dampen vibration in the head.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are embodiments of an oxygen torch cutting system. In one embodiment, the oxygen torch cutting system comprises a cutting torch supplied with an oxygen gas source, a fuel gas source, and a third gas source. The third gas source can be a mixture of hydrogen and oxygen gasses (HHO) or hydrogen gas (H2) and can be added to the fuel gas source. The oxygen torch cutting system can include one or more gas lines, gas control valves, and flashback arrestors. The addition of HHO or H2 gas to the fuel gas source can be facilitated by a tee connector. The inclusion of HHO or H2 gas into the fuel gas source increases the efficiency of the oxygen cutting torch system by replacing a significant amount of the fuel with less expensive HHO or H2 gas and increases the oxidation rate of metal and creates a cleaner flame.

Abstract: A method of analyzing images is performed at a computer system that is in communication with an image acquisition device having an image sensor. The method includes receiving a reference template that includes a sync region and an inspection region that is located at an offset from the sync region. The method also includes acquiring a continuous sequence of image frames from the image sensor and storing each of the image frames in a buffer within the computer system's memory. The method further includes, for each image frame in the buffer, determining whether the image frame includes a sub-region matching the sync region. The method also includes, in accordance with a determination that the image frame includes a sub-region matching the sync region, capturing an inspection region within the image frame at the offset from the sub-region, and storing the captured inspection region to a non-volatile portion of the memory.

Abstract: A method of analyzing images is performed at a computer system that is in communication with an image acquisition device having an image sensor. The method includes receiving a reference template that includes a sync region and an inspection region that is located at an offset from the sync region. The method also includes acquiring a continuous sequence of image frames from the image sensor and storing each of the image frames in a buffer within the computer system's memory. The method further includes, for each image frame in the buffer, determining whether the image frame includes a sub-region matching the sync region. The method also includes, in accordance with a determination that the image frame includes a sub-region matching the sync region, capturing an inspection region within the image frame at the offset from the sub-region, and storing the captured inspection region to a non-volatile portion of the memory.

Abstract: A utility cart has a lower platform comprising a lower recessed storage area, an upper platform comprising an upper recessed storage area, a plurality of legs extending upwardly from the lower platform and supporting the upper platform in spaced relationship from the lower platform, a handle extending from the raised platform, a plurality of wheels connected to the lower platform and rollably supporting the cart, a configurable divider for selective location in the upper recessed storage area for dividing the upper recessed storage area into a plurality of compartments, and one or more tool holders.

Abstract: A coated plier hand tool with a fixed loop provided in a handle grip to promote security of the tool via tether to a work belt, work vest, work bag or similar receiving article, and methods for fabricating such tool.

Abstract: A new and distinct nectarine tree named ‘A-662CN’ which originated from a hand-pollinated cross of ‘A-421CN’ nectarine (female parent; unreleased breeding selection) x ‘A-334CN’ nectarine (male parent; unreleased breeding selection) made in 1993 is described. This new nectarine tree cultivar can be distinguished by its yellow, standard-acid, firm flesh, early-season ripening, high soluble solids content, outstanding flavor, good postharvest performance, and moderate tolerance to bacterial spot.