Abstract: A method for generating feedback in a multimedia entertainment system, the method comprising: obtaining an output stream to be output by the multimedia entertainment system; performing feature analysis to identify a feature in the output stream; determining a feedback based on the identified feature; controlling a main audiovisual display to output the output stream; and controlling a peripheral device to output the determined feedback.

Abstract: A method for generating feedback in a multimedia entertainment system, the method comprising: obtaining an output stream to be output by the multimedia entertainment system; performing feature analysis to identify a feature in the output stream; determining a feedback based on the identified feature; controlling a main audiovisual display to output the output stream; and controlling a peripheral device to output the determined feedback.

Abstract: An interaction method for notifying a first user of one or more software features available on a device of the first user includes, for respective ones of a plurality of software features, recording interactions with the software feature by the first user; and calculating a level of interaction with the software feature, and then selecting for notification one or more of the plurality of software features, responsive to selection criteria comprising the respective level of interaction with each software feature, and generating for display to the first user a notification of the selected one or more of the plurality of software features.

Abstract: An interaction method for notifying a first user of one or more software features available on a device of the first user includes, for respective ones of a plurality of software features, recording interactions with the software feature by the first user; and calculating a level of interaction with the software feature, and then selecting for notification one or more of the plurality of software features, responsive to selection criteria comprising the respective level of interaction with each software feature, and generating for display to the first user a notification of the selected one or more of the plurality of software features.

Abstract: A method for controlling permissions relating to online interactions of a sub-account, the sub-account being linked with a main account, the method comprising modifying permissions associated with a sub-account using the linked main account, the permissions controlling the ability of a sub-account to engage in online interactions, wherein the sub-account is a user account that is restricted such that a user of the sub-account is not able to modify permissions of the sub-account to the same degree as a user of the linked main account.

Abstract: The devices, methods, and algorithms of the present disclosure provide a hot food holding cabinet to detect the presence and uniquely identify a plurality of food holding trays within a plurality of food holding locations within a hot food holding cabinet. There can also be multiple, separate food holding cabinets that are linked together. Timing and other functions related to the storage of the food holding trays are initiated automatically, without any manual input from a user. This allows for the automated initiation and tracking of product quality parameters by the cabinet computer. The parameters can include product timers and holding profiles, and whether the food holding trays are removed, transferred between bins in a single cabinet, or transferred between separate cabinets.

Abstract: A method for spraying a food product is disclosed herein. The method includes the step of disposing a first sprayer along an axis defining, at least in part, a path of movement for a food product. The method also includes the step of disposing a second sprayer along the axis axially and radially spaced from the first sprayer. The method also includes the step of directly communicating with the first and second sprayers disposed along the axis with a cavity operable to receive edible ink such that the first and second sprayers concurrently spray the edible ink to the axis.

Abstract: A computer for use in the transfer and monitoring of data and a method of verifying the transfer of patient physiological data is herein disclosed. The computer comprises a display for displaying data, a controller for controlling the display of the data, a graphical user interface being disposed to display data, a first input device connected to the controller for entering data that is recorded and displayed by a data recording device and a second input device connected to the controller for entering data into the controller that is indicative of the spatial arrangement of the display of the data by the data recording device, wherein the controller uses the data indicative of the spatial arrangement of the display of data by the data recording device to display the data in the graphical user interface according to the data by the data recording device.

Abstract: A hydromassage bathtub includes a bathtub including a sidewall, a deck, and an access opening in one of the sidewall and the deck. A fixture is secured to an outside surface of the bathtub proximate the access opening, and a removable plate configured to cover the access opening. A system component such as a control box is removably mounted on the fixture at a position whereby, upon removal of the plate, the system component can be removed from the fixture by accessing it through the access opening.

Abstract: A computer for use in the transfer and monitoring of data and a method of verifying the transfer of patient physiological data is herein disclosed. The computer comprises a display for displaying data, a controller for controlling the display of the data, a graphical user interface being disposed to display data, a first input device connected to the controller for entering data that is recorded and displayed by a data recording device and a second input device connected to the controller for entering data into the controller that is indicative of the spatial arrangement of the display of the data by the data recording device, wherein the controller uses the data indicative of the spatial arrangement of the display of data by the data recording device to display the data in the graphical user interface according to the data by the data recording device.

Abstract: A method and system for playing media are disclosed. The media play system comprises a media server comprising a plurality of outputs, wherein each of the plurality of outputs is connected to a playback station, wherein the media server is connected to at least one device that is configured to store digital content, and wherein the at least one device comprises either a mobile media player docked in a mobile media docking mechanism or a local network connected to a media track storage. The method comprises media retrieving a plurality of media tracks stored in a plurality of devices, wherein each of the plurality of devices comprises either a mobile media player docked in a mobile media docking mechanism or a local network connected to a media track storage and wherein the media tracks stored therein are seen as a single collection of tracks and substantially simultaneously outputting the plurality of media tracks to a plurality of playback stations.

Abstract: A method for spraying a food product is disclosed herein. The method includes the step of disposing a first sprayer along an axis defining, at least in part, a path of movement for a food product. The method also includes the step of disposing a second sprayer along the axis axially and radially spaced from the first sprayer. The method also includes the step of directly communicating with the first and second sprayers disposed along the axis with a cavity operable to receive edible ink such that the first and second sprayers concurrently spray the edible ink to the axis.

Abstract: The invention provides a nozzle assembly for spraying a food product. The nozzle assembly includes a first sprayer disposed along an axis defining, at least in part, a path of movement for a food product. The nozzle assembly also includes a second sprayer disposed along the axis. The second sprayer is axially and radially spaced from the first sprayer. The nozzle assembly also includes a cavity operable to receive edible ink. The cavity communicates directly with the first and second sprayers disposed along the axis. The first and second sprayers concurrently spray the edible ink from the cavity to the axis.

Abstract: An electronic device and method includes a means for setting a time interval for collecting a set of physiological data and entering the number of physiological events that occur within that time interval. The device and method are further configured to calculate the number events that occurred per minute, and displays the results for the user. The device may be implemented as a hand-held device and the method implemented in a graphical user interface of an electronic device.

Abstract: A thermal management system (101), comprising (a) a synthetic jet actuator (103), and (b) a processor (107) in communication with the synthetic jet actuator, the processor being adapted to receive programming instructions, and being further adapted to modify the operation of the synthetic jet actuator in response to the programming instructions.

Abstract: A blood pressure cuff is provided for use with a blood pressure monitoring system. The cuff includes a flexible elongated inflatable and deflatable sleeve sized to wrap around an individual's limb with the sleeve having opposite ends. A first fastener is attached on one of the sleeve ends and has at least one first fastening element. A second fastener is secured on the opposite sleeve end for attachment to the first fastener and has a plurality of spaced apart second fastening elements defining discrete closure positions. The second fastening elements are selectively receivable and separable with the at least one first fastening element to provide a desired closure of the sleeve at the discrete positions over a range of proper cuff sizing. One of the first and second fasteners is provided with a release handle enabling detachment of the first and second fasteners.

Abstract: A vital sign monitoring system that can be used with multiple patients and utilizes historic patient data information for the patient to optimize the process of obtaining current vital sign measurements. Each patient is identified with a unique patient identification device that is automatically detected by the vital sign monitor. The vital sign monitor communicates with a medical records database and obtains historic patient data information for the patient identified by the patient identification device. The historic patient data information can be utilized by the vital sign monitor to set alarm limits for the vital sign measurements and automatically control the operation of an NIBP monitor for the specific patient.

Abstract: An apparatus, system and method for collecting non-invasive blood pressure readings from a patient is provided. A non-invasive blood pressure cuff is arranged to be worn about a wrist of a patient and to be operatively connected to a blood pressure monitor. Communication means are operatively connected to the blood pressure cuff the monitor and arranged to automatically communicate a parameter associated with the cuff to the monitor. The monitor is arranged to automatically adjust blood pressure algorithms based upon the parameter to enhance the accuracy of blood pressure readings.

Abstract: An apparatus, system and method for collecting non-invasive blood pressure readings from a patient is provided. A non-invasive blood pressure cuff is arranged to be worn about a wrist of a patient and to be operatively connected to a blood pressure monitor. Communication means are operatively connected to the blood pressure cuff the monitor and arranged to automatically communicate a parameter associated with the cuff to the monitor. The monitor is arranged to automatically adjust blood pressure algorithms based upon the parameter to enhance the accuracy of blood pressure readings.

Abstract: The invention provides a nozzle assembly for spraying a food product. The nozzle assembly includes a first sprayer disposed along an axis defining, at least in part, a path of movement for a food product. The nozzle assembly also includes a second sprayer disposed along the axis. The second sprayer is axially and radially spaced from the first sprayer. The nozzle assembly also includes a cavity operable to receive edible ink. The cavity communicates directly with the first and second sprayers disposed along the axis. The first and second sprayers concurrently spray the edible ink from the cavity to the axis.