Abstract: A tracking device and system is configured to be modular in nature and to include an interchangeable ICC (integrated circuit card) and an interchangeable power supply. The tracking device is customized for the particular application, and may be disposable. It contains componentry for determining its own location and for transmitting indications of this location in a pre-scheduled, event-driven or user query-responsive fashion to a central storage location accessible only to a properly-authenticated user. The tracking device may take any of a number of forms, including an adhesive strip containing affixable to the tracked object.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are compositions comprising tea derived components which are useful in decreasing elevated blood pressures, lowering LDL and/or lowering inflammatory markers of cardiovascular disease. Specifically exemplified herein are compositions comprising predetermined amounts of L-theanine and EGCG, and methods of using same to improve cardiovascular health.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are compositions comprising tea derived components which are useful in reducing the incidence of cold and/or flu in a subject. Specifically exemplified herein are compositions comprising predetermined amounts of L-theanine and EGCG, and methods of using same.

Abstract: Electrode and nozzle that seat within a retaining member and in two different seating locations relative to retaining member. The electrode and nozzle each include an interwoven-double-start thread having two thread cuts, which start 180 degrees from one another as measured around the circumference of the electrode or nozzle. Further, the electrode, nozzle, and retaining member include mating frustum surfaces, which are configured and dimensioned so that the electrode and nozzle seat within the retaining member with less than one turn of the electrode and nozzle relative to the retaining member. Therefore, the electrode and nozzle may be quickly inserted in, and removed from, the retaining member.

Abstract: Electrode and nozzle that seat within a retaining member and in two different seating locations relative to retaining member. The electrode and nozzle each include an interwoven-double-start thread having two thread cuts, which start 180 degrees from one another as measured around the circumference of the electrode or nozzle. Further, the electrode, nozzle, and retaining member include mating frustum surfaces, which are configured and dimensioned so that the electrode and nozzle seat within the retaining member with less than one turn of the electrode and nozzle relative to the retaining member. Therefore, the electrode and nozzle may be quickly inserted in, and removed from, the retaining member.

Abstract: A home automation module having an externally powered communications port. The module includes an automation microprocessor for controlling the module, a communications port for enabling the module to draw power in limited quantities from an external source, a receiver/transmitter section, a power line carrier (PLC) coupler for enabling the transfer of signals between the module and a main while electrically isolating the module from the main, a zero-crossing detector for monitoring the phase of the power on the main while maintaining substantial electrical isolation of the module from the main, and a boost regulator for enabling the module to derive sufficient power from the communications port to drive the PLC coupler during signal transmissions from the module to the main. The detector maintains substantial electrical isolation through an opto-isolator. The boost regulator stores up power over time so that sufficient power will be available when the demand is made.

Abstract: Electrode and nozzle that seat within a retaining member and in two different seating locations relative to retaining member. The electrode and nozzle each include an interwoven-double-start thread having two thread cuts, which start 180 degrees from one another as measured around the circumference of the electrode or nozzle. Further, the electrode, nozzle, and retaining member include mating frustum surfaces, which are configured and dimensioned so that the electrode and nozzle seat within the retaining member with less than one turn of the electrode and nozzle relative to the retaining member. Therefore, the electrode and nozzle may be quickly inserted in, and removed from, the retaining member.

Abstract: Electrode and nozzle that seat within a retaining member and in two different seating locations relative to retaining member. The electrode and nozzle each include an interwoven-double-start thread having two thread cuts, which start 180 degrees from one another as measured around the circumference of the electrode or nozzle. Further, the electrode, nozzle, and retaining member include mating frustum surfaces, which are configured and dimensioned so that the electrode and nozzle seat within the retaining member with less than one turn of the electrode and nozzle relative to the retaining member. Therefore, the electrode and nozzle may be quickly inserted in, and removed from, the retaining member.

Abstract: Electrode and nozzle that seat within a retaining member and in two different seating locations relative to retaining member. The electrode and nozzle each include an interwoven-double-start thread having two thread cuts, which start 180 degrees from one another as measured around the circumference of the electrode or nozzle. Further, the electrode, nozzle, and retaining member include mating frustum surfaces, which are configured and dimensioned so that the electrode and nozzle seat within the retaining member with less than one turn of the electrode and nozzle relative to the retaining member. Therefore, the electrode and nozzle may be quickly inserted in, and removed from, the retaining member.

Abstract: Systems and methods for providing customized ring pattern, volume or other notification, of an incoming communication, or other occurrence, directed toward a personal communication device, such as a cellular phone, according to data included in a profile. The profile data can include a predetermined schedule of events and also include reference to a source of a communication. The schedule of an event can include a description of a location for the event. Notification, which is customized according to the profile, can be contingent upon physical presence at the specified location. Customization can include modifying, delaying or negating a notification of an incoming communication according the profile, which considers the source of the communication and a schedule set forth by a user.

Abstract: A method, system, and program for controlling the recording of a media program are provided. In response to detecting a match between a selection of program preferences and a particular program from multiple scheduled media programs, a communication with a user at a communication device is initiated to notify the user about the particular program. In response to receiving a request to record the particular program from the communication device, a recording of the particular program is controlled, such that at a location remote from a media program display device the user is enabled to initiate recording of programs likely of interest to the user. The multiple scheduled media programs may include, for example, television broadcast programs and internet broadcast video.

Abstract: A cement float collar is disclosed that can be positioned downhole and used in a wellbore completion operation after drilling a wellbore with casing. A wellbore drilling and completion method is also disclosed. The cement float collar is made for pumping downhole and into engagement with a groove formed in the casing, called the profile nipple. As such, no restriction is needed in the casing for accepting or latching the float collar and the portion of casing including the groove can be installed at the start of the drilling operation. In addition, the profile nipple can be used to engage other drilling tools and, therefore, can already be in place when the final well depth (TD) is reached.

Abstract: In general, in one aspect, the disclosure describes a method of processing content for distribution over a computer network. The method includes receiving submitted electronic content, accessing identification of at least one of a set of more than one electronic book digital rights management (DRM) systems, and automatically generating an electronic book from the received electronic content for distribution in accordance with the identified electronic book digital rights management system(s).

Abstract: A system comprised of a parent and child unit perform multiple position-dependent functions. The parent and child unit each comprises a directional antenna, power source, transceiver, processor and memory. The processor is coupled to the transceiver to control transmission and reception in each unit according to a predetermined stored protocol. The parent unit has a directional antenna and the child unit has an omnidirectional antenna. The transceivers in the units bidirectionally communicate to automatically perform one or more of the multiple position-dependent functions including electronic leash, finder, and proximity functions. Typically, a plurality of child units bidirectionally communicate with the parent unit to automatically perform the multiple position-dependent functions over a plurality of frequencies, by means of a plurality of different digital codes or both. The invention also comprises a method comprised of the steps necessary for performing the functions.

Abstract: Electrode and nozzle that seat within a retaining member and in two different seating locations relative to retaining member. The electrode and nozzle each include an interwoven-double-start thread having two thread cuts, which start 180 degrees from one another as measured around the circumference of the electrode or nozzle. Additionally, the retaining member includes an interwoven-double-start thread having two thread cuts, which start 180 degrees from one another as measured around the circumference of the electrode or nozzle. Because of the configuration of the interwoven-double-start threads, the two seating locations of the electrode and nozzle are 180 degrees apart thereby enabling the electrode and nozzle to be used twice as long as conventional electrodes and nozzles which include a single cut thread.

Abstract: A test automation facility for a data processing system is presented which relies on a browser application as a host environment. An initial file is loaded into a browser application window to create separate frames within the window, and the separate frames are used by the test automation facility for a variety of purposes. One of the frames contains a test automation facility interface with test case logic for verifying content, data, documents, or files received from a server. A server-side process, such as a filter servlet, can dynamically insert or modify a triggering element within a document that is sent to the test automation facility. When the browser loads the document containing the triggering element, the triggering element is interpreted to call a function that verifies contents of the document.

Abstract: A nightlight includes a housing configured similarly to a typical electrical plug connector, and a pair of spade lug connectors to be plug-engaged in a typical electrical power receptacle. Within the housing, an electrical circuit is supported that includes a pick-off capacitor connected to a full wave bridge rectifier. A plurality of LEDs of differing colors are mounted on an outer surface of the housing and are powered by the rectifier. The LEDs are aimed to direct their illumination toward the wall in which the electrical power receptacle is mounted, each LED creating a pool of light of its respective color on the wall. The LEDs may be aimed so that their circles of illumination overlap to some extent, whereby the colors may blend and form a rainbow display of spectral colors that blend together in varying degrees to approximate the color variety and display of a rainbow.

Abstract: In general, in one aspect, the disclosure describes a method of processing content for distribution over a computer network. The method includes receiving submitted electronic content, accessing identification of at least one of a set of more than one electronic book digital rights management (DRM) systems, and automatically generating an electronic book from the received electronic content for distribution in accordance with the identified electronic book digital rights management system(s).

Abstract: A test automation facility for a data processing system is presented which relies on a browser application as a host environment. The browser application has built-in scripting language interpretation functionality and markup language interpretation functionality for parsing and processing script files and markup language documents with embedded scripts. An initial file is loaded into the browser application window to create separate frames within the window, and the separate frames are used by the test automation facility for a variety of purposes. One of the frames contains a test automation facility interface with test case logic for verifying content, data, documents, or files received from a server, whereas another frame is used to present the received data to the user. Another frame can be used as a message logging window.