Abstract: Disclosed are systems and methods for generating graphical displays of analyte data and/or health information. In some implementations, the graphical displays are generating based on a self-referential dataset that are modifiable based on identified portions of the data. The modified graphical displays can indicate features in the analyte data of a host.

Abstract: Disclosed are systems and methods for generating graphical displays of analyte data and/or health information. In some implementations, the graphical displays are generating based on a self-referential dataset that are modifiable based on identified portions of the data. The modified graphical displays can indicate features in the analyte data of a host.

Abstract: A composition comprising a macromer that can be in situ polymerized into a hydrogel wound dressing directly on a wound and one or more antimicrobial agents intended to achieve bacteriostasis and/or be bacteriocidal. The antimicrobial agent is released upon application and trapped in the hydrogel upon its formation and also released over a period of time into the wound.

Abstract: A method is provided of at least partly assembling a light sensor module having at least one light sensing element optically coupled to a further optical element, for receiving light therefrom. The method comprises coupling the at least one light sensing element to an intermediate layer, wherein the intermediate layer is adapted to provide at least a predetermined level of optical coupling between the optical element and the at least one light sensing element when assembled by subsequently coupling, for example as part of a separate method, the intermediate layer to the optical element, with the intermediate layer being arranged between the optical element and the at least one light sensing element. An optical element other than a light sensing element, for example a light source element, can be used in place of the or each light sensing element, with in that case the or each optical element providing light to the further optical element rather than receiving light therefrom.

Abstract: A composition comprising a macromer that can be in situ polymerized into a hydrogel wound dressing directly on a wound and one or more antimicrobial agents intended to achieve bacteriostasis and/or be bacteriocidal. The antimicrobial agent is released upon application and trapped in the hydrogel upon its formation and also released over a period of time into the wound.

Abstract: A method is provided of at least partly assembling a light sensor module having at least one light sensing element optically coupled to a further optical element, for receiving light therefrom. The method comprises coupling the at least one light sensing element to an intermediate layer, wherein the intermediate layer is adapted to provide at least a predetermined level of optical coupling between the optical element and the at least one light sensing element when assembled by subsequently coupling, for example as part of a separate method, the intermediate layer to the optical element, with the intermediate layer being arranged between the optical element and the at least one light sensing element. An optical element other than a light sensing element, for example a light source element, can be used in place of the or each light sensing element, with in that case the or each optical element providing light to the further optical element rather than receiving light therefrom.

Abstract: The present invention is an inflatable orthopedic pillow having both a size and shape effective to maintain elevation of one or both of a patient's lower extremities to a position favorable for the reduction of chronic edematous swelling. The shape and construction of the device provides an area effective for the isolation of a patient's foot so that the heel and surrounding area is floating in midair. At the same time, the entire leg is cradled upon an inflated surface which yields to pressure and thus minimizes the formation of secondary ulcers due to prolonged periods of contact of the surrounding tissues with the device.

Abstract: In order to permit automated setting of operating parameters while also facilitating the removal of paper jams, a device for adjusting the gap size between folding rollers of a rotary press folding machine includes a pair of counter-rotating folding rollers which define a folding nip or gap therebetween. Each folding roller is mounted to one end of a pivoting support arm, and a link arm is slidably and pivotably mounted to the other end. An extensible member connects the link arms to each other, which enables the distance between the rollers to be quickly and easily adjusted. An inflatable bag is disposed between the support arms which forces the rollers towards each other to resist spreading of the rollers when a paper passes through the gap between the rollers. The bag can be quickly deflated from a remote location to allow removal of jammed papers, and can be quickly re-inflated to the desired setting to minimize down time.

Abstract: Web feed apparatus, for example in web printing and folding apparatus, has a pair of opposing rollers, one (28) on a fixed axis and one (22) laterally movable to define an adjustable nip gap between their peripheries. The gap is automatically set and adjusted by a setting screw (4) driven by a servo motor (60) with rotation of the screw monitors by a potentiometer sensor (64). A stop collar (52) on the screw limits axial displacement thereof to determine the set nip gap and a spring (50) urges the rollers towards each other but permits displacement under overload conditions. A rectilinear sensor (54) senses said conditions by monitoring relative displacement of the stop collar and a programmable control system processes signals from the sensors and operates the servo motor accordingly.

Abstract: A control system for a web (10) in a printing press (12) having a device (20) for applying pressure to lateral locations of the web (10) intermediate side edges (22a and 22b) of the web (10), and a device (14) for controlling the pressure applying device (20) to apply a selected amount of pressure to the web (10).

Abstract: An extermination system provides for the introduction of insecticide within the wall cavities of a building to provide for effective extermination of insects nesting in and passing through the wall cavities. The system includes fittings which are installed through a panel or surface of the wall and which provide a passage to the wall cavity. The fitting passage is adapted to receive the outlet of an insecticide supply device, which can be an aerosol can, whereupon an insecticide can be injected directly into the wall space to exterminate insects within the wall space. Insecticide supply devices suitable for use with the invention are also disclosed. The invention provides an effective extermination system which will reduce the exposure of the occupants of the building to insecticide.

Abstract: An extermination system provides for the introduction of insecticide within the wall cavities of a building to provide for effective extermination of insects nesting in and passing through the wall cavities. The system includes fittings which are installed through a panel or surface of the wall and which provide a passage to the wall cavity. The fitting passage is adapted to receive the outlet of an insecticide supply device, whereupon an insecticide can be injected directly into the wall space to exterminate insects within the wall space. An insecticide supply device suitable for use with the invention is also disclosed. The invention provides an effective extermination system which will reduce the exposure of the occupants of the building to insecticide.

Abstract: Apparatus for variably accelerating a rotatable drive member comprises a slotted drive member mounted to rotate a drive shaft. A sun gear has two opposingly situated planet gears mounted to mesh with the sun gear. A driven annular gear rotates the planet gear. Each planet gear includes a cam member mounted to each planet gear off axis relative thereto. The cam members are received in the slotted drive member. As the annular gear is driven with angular velocity omega the cam members travel towards and away from the sun gear as they orbit around the sun gear. This movement causes the rotational movement applied to the drive member to vary between a maximum and a minimum angular velocity. Consequently, it is possible to arrange the apparatus to receive a rapidly moving product and slow it down before delivery onto a conveyor.

Abstract: This invention relates to a novel system for exterminating insects in a building, and particularly, to such a system which may be installed after the building is completed. This system includes a tunnel device which provides access to the cavity between the interior and exterior walls of a building. The installation of this device in the interior wall of an existing building provides more effective access of fumigant to pests which may be living in the space between the interior and exterior walls. This tunnel device can be concealed from view or provided with a decorative cover plate. The other component of this system includes a reservoir of fumigant which can be matingly engaged with the tunnel device and dispense and effective dosage of pesticide into the cavity between the interior and exterior walls.

Abstract: This invention relates to a novel built-in centralized system for exterminating insects in a building, and particularly to such a system which may be installed during construction without modification, interruption or departure from traditional building design and/or techniques. This system includes a common reservoir as a source of fumigating agent, valve structure for controlling the flow of fumigant into a distribution network incorporated into the structure of the building and, preferably, structure for programming the system. This system may be used in both residential and industrial buildings.

Abstract: A wire rack for supporting a box or carton containing a roll of flexible plastic bags with the rack being capable of quick and easy supporting engagement with the upper edge of a trash receptacle, janitorial cart and the like. In one embodiment, the wire rack is curved in a manner to conform with and engage the upper open end of a large waste receptacle of cylindrical configuration. In another embodiment, the wire rack is straight for mounting on the upper end of a maid's or janitor's cart. In both embodiments of the invention, the wire rack includes a locking arrangement by which opposite legs of the rack which straddle the box or carton will lockingly engage with a slotted end of the carton with the inner end of the locking arrangement being inserted into the hollow core on which the roll of plastic bags are wound.

Abstract: The invention relates to non-destructive testing for flaws in the surfaces of, particularly, billets, strip or sheet. There have been many systems developed for the detection of flaws in the surface of a workpiece such as visual techniques employing ferromagnetic materials in a fine suspension including an ultra violet dye, and techniques employing the eddy current effect, both of which suffer in that they are unsatisfactory when a workpiece is moving or when a workpiece is hot. Attempts have been made to employ micro-waves but such attempts have essentially required a very close spacing between the detector-receiver and the surface being scanned again making such equipment unsuitable for use with a moving workpiece or when a workpiece is hot.