Abstract: A math learning process uses a first set of dice and a second set of dice. The process includes configuring the first set of dice and the second set of dice to respectively produce equal probabilities of occurrence of two different sums. A first player rolls the first set of dice and records the sum. A second player rolls the second set of dice and records the sum. These steps are repeated until one of the first player and the second player rolls a particular sum a predetermined number of times. Other dice configurations facilitate focus on specific math facts and operations.

Abstract: There is provided a cartridge sealing apparatus (1) comprising a sealing head (10) having a sealing surface (12), the sealing head being adapted in use to hold a sealing member (70) against a surface of a cartridge (100) by application of pressure to the sealing member at the sealing surface across a portion of the sealing member, a bonding layer being present between the sealing member and the cartridge thereby causing the sealing member (70) to seal the cartridge when held against the surface of the cartridge; and a cutting edge (20) arranged around the sealing head (10). The cutting edge is configured to move when the sealing member is held against the surface of the cartridge by the sealing head, from an unextended position, in which the cutting edge is located adjacent the sealing head, to an extended position, in which the cutting edge is adapted to cut the sealing member.

Abstract: A foam block and poured concrete building system preferably includes a plurality of wall foam blocks, a plurality of corner foam blocks, poured concrete, a plurality of fastening strips and a plurality of fasteners. Two end cavities are formed in opposing ends of the plurality of wall foam blocks. Top and bottom cavities are formed in the plurality of wall foam blocks. Each corner foam block includes an inner angle plate, three middle spacers and an outer angle plate. Each fastening strip includes a plurality of holes formed at heights that correspond to a height of the plurality of wall foam blocks and the plurality of corner foam blocks. Window frames and doorframes include a plurality of fastening strips. When the plurality of wall and corner foam blocks are assembled to each other with the plurality of fastening strips and fasteners, concrete is poured into vertical cavities therein.

Abstract: A set of polyhedral game pieces is suited for reinforcing certain mathematical operations. Each of the polyhedral game pieces includes a plurality of sides, each of which contains a number. The polyhedral game pieces are configured to reduce or eliminate occurrences of simpler math fact families when rolled. The game pieces are adaptable to numerous forms of game play to assist students in mastering more difficult math concepts.

Abstract: A stabilized, natural biogenerated cheddar flavor component, which may be used to prepare food products having flavor characteristics of traditional style cheeses, and a process for manufacturing the biogenerated cheddar flavor component is provided. The cheese flavor component is stabilized against the growth of spoilage or pathogenic microorganisms therein. The stabilized cheese flavor component is achieved by addition of a bacteriocin source as part of the fermentation process that accelerates at least part of the fermentation time needed for flavor development. Inclusion of secondary microbial barriers are also provided for. Therefore, production times can be significantly reduced for the flavor component of the present invention without loss of flavor and while improving microbial stability. The flavor component can be used in process cheese, process cheese-type products, or other cheeses. The flavor component can also be used as a natural flavoring system in other food products.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for maintaining a quality of a Raman medium in a Raman conversion cell. In various examples, a flow velocity of the Raman medium is tailored based on a spatial nonuniformity of heat deposition resulting from the Raman conversion in the cell. In particular, in one example, the flow velocity of the Raman medium may be tailored to be higher where the heat deposition/temperature rise is larger and smaller elsewhere in the cell. This type of flow velocity profile reduces the overall required volumetric flow of the Raman medium in the cell without significantly affecting a quality of the Raman medium.

Abstract: A winding machine for winding wire on a stator stack for a dynamo-electric machine including a wire supply, a stripper station for selectively stripping wire at predetermined locations, a wire feed mechanism and winding station including a winding spindle movable in reciprocating and oscillating movement. The feed mechanism is capable of conveying plural wires to the winding spindle including three pairs of wires to respective exit apertures on the winding spindle. The winding station includes twisting assemblies, where a twisting assembly is provided for each pair of wires for twisting the pair of wires together and for gripping and manipulating the wires during a winding operation.

Abstract: A stabilized, natural biogenerated cheddar flavor component, which may be used to prepare food products having flavor characteristics of traditional style cheeses, and a process for manufacturing the biogenerated cheddar flavor component is provided. The cheese flavor component is stabilized against the growth of spoilage or pathogenic microorganisms therein. The stabilized cheese flavor component is achieved by addition of a bacteriocin source as part of the fermentation process that accelerates at least part of the fermentation time needed for flavor development. Inclusion of secondary microbial barriers are also provided for. Therefore, production times can be significantly reduced for the flavor component of the present invention without loss of flavor and while improving microbial stability. The flavor component can be used in process cheese, process cheese-type products, or other cheeses. The flavor component can also be used as a natural flavoring system in other food products.

Abstract: Systems and methods for reconstructing the state of a market are provided. Orders are arranged as a non-indexed collection of orders and may be stored in the cache memory of a processor. The physical locations of orders stored in the memory may correspond to the order in which they were received at a match engine. A computer device simulates the processing of orders between any time periods to reconstruct the activity state of an entity across a trading platform and one or more order books.

Abstract: Match engine systems and methods that allow for rapid processing of orders are provided. Pending orders are arranged as a non-indexed collection of orders and may be stored in the cache memory of a processor. The physical locations of pending orders stored in the cache memory may correspond to the order in which they were received at a match engine. New orders are compared to orders in the non-indexed collection of orders in an attempt to match orders.

Abstract: A method is provided for producing reduced-fat components that may be used to make reduced and low-fat processed cheese, natural cheese or other reduced and low-fat food products. The reduced-fat flavor components are produced by extraction of fat from full-fat biogenerated cheese flavor components. Alternatively, natural biogenerated cheese flavor components are produced with reduced amounts of fat. Additionally, reduced-fat cheddar cheese can be derived from 1% milk.

Abstract: An interbody device for the fixation and support of adjacent bone bodies includes a body for implantation at a location between the two vertebrae and one or more protrusions extending from the body. The protrusion(s) are configured for engagement with one of the vertebrae upon implantation and for progressive penetration into the vertebra over a period of time subsequent to the implantation.

Abstract: The invention provides for the manufacture of cheese products enhanced with a natural, biogenerated flavoring system. The natural flavoring system described herein may be used with various types of cheese and dairy products. In one embodiment, the system may be used in the production of flavor enhanced fresh cheese or cream cheese. In another embodiment, the system may be used in the production of low-fat cheese products, such as low-fat cream cheese.

Abstract: Systems, methods and user interfaces that allow rapid storage and retrieval of trading data are provided. Trading data records are arranged as a non-indexed collection of data records. The physical location of trading data records stored in a computer-readable medium corresponds to the order that queries are performed. Queries may be performed by analyzing attributes of all of the trading data records, without speed limitations associated with indexed databases.

Abstract: A hybrid fuel vaporization system and an apparatus for producing power from a source of liquid fuel. The hybrid fuel vaporizing system includes at least one capillary flow passage, the at least one capillary flow passage having an inlet end and an outlet end, the inlet end in fluid communication with the source of liquid fuel; a heat source arranged along said at least one capillary flow passage, the heat source operable to heat the liquid fuel in the at least one capillary flow passage to a level sufficient to change at least a portion thereof from a liquid state to a vapor state; and a vaporizing member having a first surface and a second surface, the first surface exposed to heat produced by the apparatus for combusting fuel, the vaporizing member positioned so that fuel exiting the outlet end of said at least one capillary flow passage impinges on the second surface, whereby a stream of substantially vaporized fuel is delivered for combustion.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to electrical switches that utilize conductors that are woven onto loading fibers and a mating conductor that has a contact mating surface. Each conductor has at least one contact point. The loading fibers are capable of delivering a contact force at each contact point of the conductors. Electrical connections are established between the contact points of conductors and the contact mating surface of the mating conductor when the conductor-loading fiber weave is engaged with the mating conductor and the electrical connections are terminated when the conductor-loading fiber weave is disengaged from the mating conductor.

Abstract: A multiple-contact woven connector comprising at least one conductor woven onto a plurality of loading fibers. Each conductor has at least one contact point. The loading fibers are capable of delivering a contact force at the contact points of the conductors. The connector may further include mating conductors having a contact mating surfaces. Electrical connections can be established between the contact points of the conductors and the contact mating surfaces of the mating conductors. The contact mating surfaces may be curved. In exemplary embodiments, the contact mating surfaces are convex. The multiple-contact woven connectors of the present disclosure can be utilized as power connectors or, alternatively, as data connectors.

Abstract: A contact connector is provided that has at least one loading fiber and a plurality of conductors. Each conductor may have at least one contact point. Each conductor may contact a single loading fiber, and each loading fiber may be capable of delivering a contact force at each contact point. In one example, the connector may be a power connector having a power circuit and a return circuit. In another example, the connector may be a data connector having at least one signal path.

Abstract: A contact connector is provided that has at least one loading fiber and a plurality of conductors. Each conductor may have at least one contact point. Each conductor may contact a single loading fiber, and each loading fiber may be capable of delivering a contact force at each contact point. In one example, the connector may be a power connector having a power circuit and a return circuit. In another example, the connector may be a data connector having at least one signal path.

Abstract: A dense plasma focus radiation source for generating EUV radiation using Lithium vapor and including a coaxially disposed anode and cathode. The invention includes methods and apparatuses for enhancing the efficiency of EUV radiation production, for protecting, cooling and extending the life of the anode and cathode, for protecting and shielding collecting optics from debris and pressure disturbances in the discharge chamber, and for feeding Lithium into the discharge chamber.