Abstract: A downhole tool has a tubular body defining an outer wall. A port is defined in the outer wall and a plug is received in the port. The plug is detachably connected to the outer wall and expellable into an annulus between the tubular body and a wellbore in which the downhole tool is placed upon the application of pressure in an interior of the tubular body.

Abstract: An embodiment provides a mobile application that animates change information in a way that specifically indicates a change in workflow information for various users. This animation of change information permits users, which are often busy healthcare professionals, to be quickly apprised of relevant changes to workflow status. The mobile application also allows users to communicate change information, e.g., for updating the status of a workflow item, which may then be propagated throughout a network, including mobile devices.

Abstract: An element retention and placement strip comprises a flexible band designed to fit around one or more objects, a fastener associated with the flexible band employing a female fastener area and a male fastener area for connecting the flexible band to an object. The male fastener area comprises a plurality of tensioners disposed on the surface of the male fastener area for securely locking the flexible band to an object. At least one or more clasps attached to the flexible band, such that the clasps may be fixed, rotatable or movable along the axis of the flexible band. The clasps may be of plurality of sizes and use plurality of locking mechanisms for holding the element.

Abstract: An embodiment provides a mobile application that animates change information in a way that specifically indicates a change in workflow information for various users. This animation of change information permits users, which are often busy healthcare professionals, to be quickly apprised of relevant changes to workflow status. The mobile application also allows users to communicate change information, e.g., for updating the status of a workflow item, which may then be propagated throughout a network, including mobile devices.

Abstract: An embodiment provides a mobile application that animates change information in a way that specifically indicates a change in workflow information for various users. This animation of change information permits users, which are often busy healthcare professionals, to be quickly apprised of relevant changes to workflow status. The mobile application also allows users to communicate change information, e.g., for updating the status of a workflow item, which may then be propagated throughout a network, including mobile devices.

Abstract: The present invention provides, among other things, implants including a biocompatible substrate, wherein the substrate includes a plurality of pores, such as trabecular and/or dodecahedral pores, and wherein said implant is configured as a transcutaneous implant. In some embodiments, provided implants may comprise multiple layers with differing pore densities, geometries, and/or distributions.

Abstract: A balcony inspection vent system provides an easily accessible port for inspecting balconies in multifamily residential and commercial buildings. The balcony inspection vent is configured to be installed on the underside of a balcony between the several structural joists supporting the balconies allowing access to the open stud bays for inspecting the structural integrity of the balcony. The balcony inspection vent system consists of a metal frame fixed to the structural joists using threaded fasteners. The frame includes a stucco retaining edge for concealing the frame within the balcony surface. The balcony inspection vent system consists of a hinged access door having a mesh screen to allow easy ventilation to the underside of the balcony. The hinged access door is attached to the vent frame on one side, and the other side of the door is free and openable using a handle (latch), allowing inspection of the underlying structural components.

Abstract: An embodiment provides a mobile application that animates change information in a way that specifically indicates a change in workflow information for various users. This animation of change information permits users, which are often busy healthcare professionals, to be quickly apprised of relevant changes to workflow status. The mobile application also allows users to communicate change information, e.g., for updating the status of a workflow item, which may then be propagated throughout a network, including mobile devices.

Abstract: An embodiment provides a mobile application that animates change information in a way that specifically indicates a change in workflow information for various users. This animation of change information permits users, which are often busy healthcare professionals, to be quickly apprised of relevant changes to workflow status. The mobile application also allows users to communicate change information, e.g., for updating the status of a workflow item, which may then be propagated throughout a network, including mobile devices.

Abstract: An element retention and placement strip comprises a flexible band designed to fit around one or more objects, a fastener associated with the flexible band employing a female fastener area and a male fastener area for connecting the flexible band to an object. The male fastener area comprises a plurality of tensioners disposed on the surface of the male fastener area for securely locking the flexible band to an object. At least one or more clasps attached to the flexible band, such that the clasps may be fixed, rotatable or movable along the axis of the flexible band. The clasps may be of plurality of sizes and use plurality of locking mechanisms for holding the element.

Abstract: An embodiment provides a mobile application that animates change information in a way that specifically indicates a change in workflow information for various users. This animation of change information permits users, which are often busy healthcare professionals, to be quickly apprised of relevant changes to workflow status. The mobile application also allows users to communicate change information, e.g., for updating the status of a workflow item, which may then be propagated throughout a network, including mobile devices.

Abstract: The present invention provides, among other things, implants including a biocompatible substrate, wherein the substrate includes a plurality of pores, such as trabecular and/or dodecahedral pores, and wherein said implant is configured as a transcutaneous implant. In some embodiments, provided implants may comprise multiple layers with differing pore densities, geometries, and/or distributions.

Abstract: A method for active interference avoidance in unlicensed bands. The method includes receiving an electromagnetic signal having a transmission frequency, a transmission period, and an antenna pattern from a phased array antenna. The method also includes switching the transmission frequency from a first transmission frequency with a first signal to interference and noise ratio to a second transmission frequency with a second signal to interference and noise ratio, wherein the second signal to interference and noise ratio is lower than the first signal to interference and noise ratio. The method further includes selecting a transmission period based on a time when a least amount of signal noise is present on the transmission frequency and selecting an antenna pattern that reduces interference on the selected transmission frequency.

Abstract: Method of providing a multilayer coating. The method includes applying a first coating layer, which is substantially a metal, having a thickness of approximately 25 microns to approximately 200 microns directly on and in contact with a substrate; applying a second coating layer, which is a mixture of the metal and a polymeric material, having a thickness of approximately 5 microns to approximately 200 microns directly on and in contact with the first coating layer; applying a third coating layer, which is substantially the polymeric material, having a thickness of approximately 5 microns to approximately 200 microns directly on and in contact with the second coating layer; and at least one of: heating the substrate to approximately the fusing temperature of the metal when applying the first coating layer; and heating the substrate to approximately the fusing temperature of the polymeric material when applying the third coating layer.

Abstract: An illuminated three-dimensional model is fabricated by importing or generating a digital dataset representing the surface of a three-dimensional source surface; producing a three-dimensional model of the three-dimensional source surface from the digital dataset, wherein the three-dimensional model has a translucent or diffusive surface and a base surface; and mounting a projection device in a configuration such that distinctive patterns of light are directed from the projection device through the base surface of the three-dimensional model to selectively illuminate at least a portion of the translucent or diffusive surface of the three-dimensional model.

Abstract: Methods and systems to enable touch-free call origination using a communication device equipped with a microphone. The method comprises processing a first microphone signal at the device in an attempt to detect a spoken activation command potentially contained therein. Responsive to detection of a spoken activation command in the first microphone signal, the method continues by establishing a communication path between the device and a network entity to convey to the network entity a second microphone signal. Finally, the method comprises processing the second microphone signal at the network entity in an attempt to detect a call origination command potentially contained therein; and, responsive to detection of a call origination command in the second microphone signal, attempting establishment of a call in accordance with the detected call origination command. Thus, a call can be established without tactile interaction with the device and, moreover, with minimal computational load on the device.

Abstract: A wall-hanging object mounting assistance tool is disclosed. The apparatus employs a plurality of markers. Each of the markers of the plurality of markers is equipped with a pin configured to facilitate the imprint of a mark on a wall in a desired position. The plurality of markers of the apparatus are removably secured to a mounting bar, and are preferably slid into the desired position corresponding to the location of hanging hooks or holes conventionally disposed on or in the object to be hung on the wall. The plurality of markers may slide when needed along the mounting bar, ensuring that the apparatus may expedite and facilitate the mounting of a wide variety of sized items to a wall or similar vertical surface.

Abstract: An embodiment provides a mobile application that animates change information in a way that specifically indicates a change in workflow information for various users. This animation of change information permits users, which are often busy healthcare professionals, to be quickly apprised of relevant changes to workflow status. The mobile application also allows users to communicate change information, e.g., for updating the status of a workflow item, which may then be propagated throughout a network, including mobile devices.

Abstract: A system for enabling a user of a communication device to both handle an incoming call and originate an outgoing call without having to touch the communication device, by way of exchange of voice messages with the communication device. The system is operative for receiving a signal produced by a microphone associated with the communication device and for processing this signal in an attempt to detect at least one of a plurality of spoken commands potentially contained therein. The plurality of spoken commands comprises at least one spoken call handling command and at least one spoken call origination command. In response to detecting a spoken call handling command, the system causes handling of an incoming call destined for the communication device in accordance with the detected spoken call handling command.

Abstract: A protective coating for a metal substrate is provided that is light, durable, galvanically protective, and easily applied at the site of manufacture. The coating has at least two layers, one of which is a galvanizing layer and one of which is a micro-composite of a galvanic metal and a non-conducting material, such as polymer. Such coatings are useful for example to protect pipes or other metal surfaces in corrosive environments. Methods of producing the coating are provided, including methods that use advanced spraying techniques to provide very thin but consistent layers. Using the advanced spraying methods the composite layer can be created by co-spraying the galvanic metal and the nonconductive material onto the surface of the galvanic coating. Optionally, an outer coat of insulating material can be applied to provide further protection to the surface.