Abstract: A carrier (230) for a honeycomb body (220) and a method for manufacturing a honeycomb body(220) are provided. The carrier (230) comprises a first side support (234), a second side support (236), and a flexible sheet (240) suspended between the first (234) and second (236) side supports for supporting the honeycomb body (220). The method comprises placing a green honeycomb body (220) on the flexible sheet (240) and transporting the green honeycomb body (220).

Abstract: A method and system for speech rehearsal assistant during a presentation rehearsal includes receiving audio data from a speech rehearsal session over a network, receiving a transcript for the audio data, the transcript including a plurality of words spoken during the speech rehearsal session, calculating a real time speaking rate for the speech rehearsal session, determining if the speaking rate is within a threshold range, detecting utterance of a filler phrase or sound during the speech rehearsal session using at least in part a machine learning model trained for identifying filler phrases and sounds in a text, and upon determining the speaking rate falls outside the threshold range or detecting the utterance of the filler phrase or sound, enabling real time display of a notification on a display device.

Abstract: Embodiments disclosed herein relate to drainage bag systems (e.g., catheterization and urine drainage bag systems) including at least one indicator element that may indicate that one or more patient care protocols were performed. For example, the drainage bag system includes a drainage bag including at least one indicator element (e.g., calendar, checklist, combinations thereof, etc.) configured to provide information indicating that the one or more patient care protocols were performed, such as verifying compliance with the one or more patient care protocols.

Abstract: An oral appliance having an upper dental tray and lower dental tray. The upper dental tray and lower dental tray are connected by an elongated connector having receptacles at its proximal and distal ends for engaging laterally extending supports on the upper dental tray and lower dental tray, respectively. A backstop is positioned adjacent to each of the laterally extending supports to prevent movement of the connector in a predetermined direction.

Abstract: A liquid delivery system cap device is provided. In some embodiments, an example cap device includes a body defining a cavity configured to receive at least a portion of a liquid delivery device, a first sensor configured to output a first sensor signal indicative of a plunger of the liquid delivery device, and a processor configured to detect a plunger of the liquid delivery device based on a variation in the sensor signal of the first sensor.

Abstract: A liquid delivery system cap device is provided. In some embodiments, an example cap device includes a body defining a cavity configured to receive at least a portion of a liquid delivery device, a first sensor configured to output a first sensor signal indicative of a plunger of the liquid delivery device, a second sensor configured to output a second sensor signal indicative of a position, and a processor configured to detect a plunger of the liquid delivery device based on a variation in the sensor signal of the first sensor and to determine a corresponding position based on a sensor signal output by the second sensor.

Abstract: A liquid delivery system cap device is provided. In some embodiments, an example cap device includes a body defining a cavity configured to receive at least a portion of a liquid delivery device, and a sensor carriage movable within the cavity and including a first sensor. The sensor carriage may be movable between a first position and a second position relative to the cavity while the liquid delivery device is in a fixed positon relative to the cavity.

Abstract: A geometric tool for capturing the relative positions of points on a geometric profile, thus creating a template for use in geometric representation and replication. The geometric tool comprises three or more pointers, and a means for constraining motion of the pointers. The pointers each comprise a rigid longitudinal member with a definitive a tip. The means for constraining motion of the pointers is such that the pointers can only pivot and radially translate with respect to a shared axis of rotation. In addition, the means for constraining motion of the pointers also contains a mechanism for the user to fully constrain the pointers with respect to the shared axis of rotation. This construction provides a simple and convenient geometric tool which offers an errorless method for capturing the relative positions of points on a geometric profile for use in further representation and replication.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a method and apparatus for automatic extrudate loading and alignment. An extrudate handling system includes a head end assembly and an imaging device (which may be part of the head end assembly). The imaging device is configured to image an end face of an extrudate, and generate, during translation of the extrudate, an imaging output signal indicative of a rotational position of the end face of the extrudate. The head end assembly includes a rotational effector to rotate the extrudate during translation thereof and a fixed effector rotationally fixed relative to a track. The extrudate handling system is able to determine the rotational position of the web angle of the extrudate and precisely adjust the rotational position while linearly translating the extrudate along the track. The extrudate handling system provides greater accuracy, reduced costs, and improved results.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a graspable human propulsion device comprising a primary pole, a lateral pole affixed to the fore end of the primary pole, and a ducted fan assembly affixed to one end the primary pole and configured to accelerate airflow along the longitudinal axis of the primary pole. A user wields the graspable human propulsion device by grasping the primary pole with a first hand and the lateral pole with a second hand. The graspable human propulsion device acts to propel the user along the direction in which the longitudinal axis of the primary pole is pointed. This device is intended to be utilized by a user mounted on a personal transportation apparatus, such as a skateboard. In one embodiment the user controls the amount of thrust by use of a throttle lever mechanism. In another embodiment the user controls the direction and amount of thrust by use of a knobbed slide potentiometer.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a feeder arm for a surface mount technology (SMT) machine. In an embodiment, the feeder arm includes a support body that is fastened to an SMT machine. The feeder arm includes a reel loading body that supports a reel of electrical components to allow the reel to be prepared for installation on the SMT machine. The feeder arm includes preparation circuitry configured to electrically connect the reel to allow the reel to be prepared. The feeder arm includes an articulating joint between the reel loading body and the support body. The articulating joint may articulate the second body between a first position and a second position.

Abstract: A geometric tool for capturing the relative positions of points on a geometric profile, thus creating a template for use in geometric representation and replication. The geometric tool comprises three or more pointers, and a means for constraining motion of the pointers. The pointers each comprise a rigid longitudinal member with a definitive a tip. The means for constraining motion of the pointers is such that the pointers can only pivot and radially translate with respect to a shared axis of rotation. In addition, the means for constraining motion of the pointers also contains a mechanism for the user to fully constrain the pointers with respect to the shared axis of rotation. This construction provides a simple and convenient geometric tool which offers an errorless method for capturing the relative positions of points on a geometric profile for use in further representation and replication.

Abstract: Treated surfactant composition containing a water-soluble surfactant and exhibiting improved taste, said composition comprising: a water-soluble surfactant selected from alkyl phosphate surfactants, alkyl phosphate ethoxylated surfactants, betaine surfactants, betaine ethoxylated surfactants, amine oxide surfactants, and mixtures thereof and water; wherein the composition further comprises: less than about 4%, by weight of the water-soluble surfactant, of total undesirable non-polar materials; less than about 2.5%, by weight of the water-soluble surfactant, of alcohols having a carbon chain length of greater than 4; less than about 1%, by weight of the water-soluble surfactant, of amine and amide materials; and less than about 1%, by weight of the water-soluble surfactant, undesirable non-polar materials selected from aldehydes, esters, ketones, and organic acids. Such compositions wherein the compositions have been subjected to liquid-liquid extraction processes.

Abstract: A casing deployment apparatus includes a processing resource with a signal pattern recognition engine unit (420), a tubular measurement unit (404) and a decision unit (416). A first sensor input (402) and a second sensor input (406) are attached to the pattern recognition unit (420) and receive first sensor data and second sensor data corresponding to first and second time-varying sensor signals. The pattern recognition unit (420) analyzes a characteristic of the first sensor data to determine whether the characteristic is substantially consistent with a first expected characteristic of the first sensor data associated with deployment of casing in a borehole. The tubular measurement unit (404) analyzes a characteristic of the second sensor data in order to determine whether the characteristic is substantially consistent with a second expected characteristic of the second sensor data associated with the deployment of the casing.

Abstract: Treatment for excess adipose tissue by applying an activating compound directly to a targeted area. The activating compound is a cyclohexanecarboxamide derivative. The activating compound promotes thermogenesis in cells to generate heat.

Abstract: A device and method that provides a minimally-invasive approach to performing treatments on soft tissue, such as that found in the bladder. The device is useful for manipulating tissue such that treatment tools can be inserted into the tissue at a controlled depth.

Abstract: A correction unit (13) for correcting the position of a side plate (2,2?) of a screed (4) of a road paving machine (1) for constructing a road pavement relative to a line (12) on an underlying surface on which the road paving machine (1) is adapted to move, the correction unit (13) comprising a sensor device, where the sensor device is adapted to sense at least part of said underlying surface comprising the line (12) and identify a displacement of the side plate (2,2?) of the screed (4) of the road paving machine (1) relative to the line (12) on the underlying surface and provide a sensing signal for controlling the position of the side plate (2,2?).

Abstract: A device and method that provides a minimally-invasive approach to performing treatments on soft tissue, such as that found in the bladder. The device is useful for manipulating tissue such that treatment tools can be inserted into the tissue at a controlled depth.

Abstract: A surgical instrument for reducing a rod into a saddle of a fixation member includes a distal end for engaging the saddle and a proximal end. A reducing device is disposed between the distal end and the proximal end. The reducing device is operative to reduce the rod into the saddle. The reducing device defines a throughbore. The throughbore provides access there through by a first drive member to secure a plug to the saddle.