Abstract: A high-amperage connector with visual alignment features is described. The connector can comprise a male connector with a male skirt where the male skirt has two keys on an outer surface. At least one of the keys on the outer surface of the male skirt can have an alignment feature. The connector also comprises a female connector with a female skin where the female skirt has two keyways on an inner surface of the female skirt. At least one of the keyways can have a corresponding alignment feature located on the outer surface of the female skirt. The alignment features on the male skirt and the female skirt allow a user to easily align the two connectors before connecting them.

Abstract: The invention disclosed herein relates to an integrated conduit with optional embedded conductors and connectors, specifically designed to integrate into or function as a modern day solar power array. This conduit system or “solar conduit” or “PV conduit” is designed to organize, contain, protect and route the wires, conductors, tubing, components and/or connectors commonly found in a solar power array, especially a solar photovoltaic (PV) array.

Abstract: Slide-out tray systems for a vehicle comprise: a pair of tracks provided inside the trunk of the vehicle in a vehicle length direction; a tray mounted on the tracks; a bar pivotally connected to a connector part connecting the trunk lid to a vehicle body panel; and a cable connected to the tray and the bar and having a length such that when the trunk lid is open, the tray can be pulled out of the trunk in a rearward direction without interference by tension applied to the cable. With the systems, inconveniences associated with loading and unloading items can be eliminated or reduced.

Abstract: Slide-out tray systems for a vehicle comprise: a pair of tracks provided inside the trunk of the vehicle in a vehicle length direction; a tray mounted on the tracks; a bar pivotally connected to a connector part connecting the trunk lid to a vehicle body panel; and a cable connected to the tray and the bar and having a length such that when the trunk lid is open, the tray can be pulled out of the trunk in a rearward direction without interference by tension applied to the cable. With the systems, inconveniences associated with loading and unloading items can be eliminated or reduced.

Abstract: An apparatus for enhancing the racking strength of a pallet is provided. The apparatus comprises an add-on runner for attaching to the pallet. The add-on runner comprises a rail and a first and a second support member. The rail comprises a middle attachment section, a first cantilevered end section, and a second cantilevered end section. The middle attachment section is adapted to accept a middle foot of a pallet. The first cantilevered end section includes a first end foot attachment section adapted to accept a first end foot of the pallet. The second cantilevered end section includes a second end foot attachment section adapted to accept a second end foot of the pallet. The first support member extends upwards from the first cantilevered end section towards a deck of the pallet. A second support member extends upwards from the second cantilevered end section towards the deck of the pallet.

Abstract: Systems and methods for online content syndication using high-performance matching and filtering for structured and semi-structured rules in real-time are disclosed. In one embodiment, the system provides a marketplace for publishers, editors and advertisers. It can harness the power of the Internet and XML to facilitate the sale and acquisition of articles, photos and graphics each with their own licensing rules. In one embodiment, the system provides a unique and powerful licensing engine that gives control over price, licensing rules, embargoes and exclusions across content—with an ability to adjust those rules for each individual asset. In one embodiment, the system combines advanced data management technology, a sophisticated search engine and e-commerce technologies to provide a novel solution to the syndication of content.

Abstract: A method for operating a printer. The method comprises the steps of: accessing an electronic mail server account, the account being used by the electronic mail server to store electronic mail messages directed to a particular electronic mail destination; obtaining, from the electronic mail server, any electronic mail message that is associated with print source data that can be used by the printer to provide a printable digital asset that can be used by the printer to print an image; using the print source data to provide the printable digital asset; and generating an output after the printable digital asset is provided. Wherein the print source data represents any form of data that can be used as a printable digital asset that can be used to form a printable digital asset or that indicates where such data can be obtained.

Abstract: A method for associating event times or time periods with digital images in a collection for determining if a digital image is of interest, includes storing a collection of digital images each having an associated capture time; comparing the associated capture time in the collection with a special event time to determine if a digital image in the collection is of interest, wherein the comparing step includes calculation of a special event time associated with a special event based on the calendar time associated with the special event and using such information to perform the comparison step; and associating digital images of interest with the special event.

Abstract: Providing data transfer and charging operations for a mobile imaging device via a docking device. An electronic image capture and display device with telecommunications capabilities is enabled to print and charge while connected to a docking device by automatically determining a type of device coupled to a docking device, providing a device-controlled or a dock-controlled charging sequence based on the type of device, and charging a battery disposed in the type of device coupled to the docking device according to the charging sequence.

Abstract: A method and system that is adapted to print order files that are customized for a particular printer. The method and system includes a digital printer that has specific printing capabilities and involves the production and storage of a profile that defines the printing capabilities of the printer.

Abstract: The present invention is a digital printer comprising a marking apparatus adapted to print images, a first electrical interface for connecting to a digital camera, a second electrical interface for connecting to a computer, and a processor for detecting when the digital camera is connected to the first electrical interface, for controlling the marking apparatus to print images provided from the digital camera when the digital camera is connected to the first electrical interface, and for controlling the marking apparatus to print images provided from the computer over the second interface when the digital camera is not connected to the first electrical interface.

Abstract: A device is provided for securing a seat back to a vehicle. The device includes a base that is mounted on the floor of the vehicle. The base includes a spool that can be partitioned to create separate areas upon which the seat backs can be mounted. The device also includes a first hinge that is mounted on the outer side of the seat back. The first hinge can include a pin that is comprised of two portions. The first portion of the pin extends normal to the seat back, and the second portion of the pin extends at an angle therefrom. The device further includes a second hinge that is mounted on the inner side of the seat back. The second hinge includes a slot that is configured to cooperate with the spool of the base mounted on the floor to attach the seat back to the vehicle.

Abstract: A method is provided for processing tree like data structures in a streaming manner. An initial context of name/value bindings is set up. A tree of objects is constructed. Each element in the tree of objects is represented as a function object that accepts a context parameter and a target parameter that it can send a stream of start, content, and end events to represent tree output. The parse tree of objects is examined for element names that are recognized as commands. The commands are converted to special function objects that implement command's semantics. Other elements, that are not recognized as commands, are mapped to a default function object.

Abstract: An earthquake sensor and a control system is provided for sensing the presence of an earthquake event and for shutting off the flow of at least one utility service in response thereto. The earthquake sensor and control system includes a vibration sensor for sensing vibrations caused by an earthquake. A signal generator is provided for generating a utility flow stop signal in response to an earthquake induced vibration sensed by the vibration sensor. A utility flow control is provided for stopping the flow of the utility service in response to receiving the utility flow stop signal.

Abstract: A method is provided for obtaining a customized skin foundation product to cover human skin imperfections. The steps include spectrophometrically measuring a customer's normal skin to obtain normal skin coloration values of lightness, redness and yellowness respectively denoted as L, a and b units. Thereafter the normal skin coloration values are converted through calculation to a modified value determined by a set program correcting L, a and b values. Based on the modified value the next step is formulating a facial foundation having color pursuant to the modified value. Adjustments are provided for redness and yellowness according to a set of schedules determined by the b/a ratio. Normally the measurement and skin imperfection determination are performed by a licensed dermatologist. Formulation and adjustment is is conducted at a site remote from the dermatologist office or place where the customer is measured and evaluated.

Abstract: A method and apparatus is provided for customizing a skin foundation product for a customer at a location remote from a central location where the product is prepared. The essential elements are that of a skin analyzer for reading skin properties, a telemodem means connectable to the device for transmitting the signal conveying information to a central monitoring location, a device at the central monitoring location which receives the reading and correlates same with an optimal formula and a formulation machine for preparing the facial foundation product from various cosmetic chemical compositions. The formulation machine receives instructions from the device on the optimal formula. This formula is then dosed and blended from a series of dispensers containing separate cosmetic chemical compositions into a receiving container. The container is then delivered to the customer at his remote site.