Abstract: A stabilization apparatus for a frame having a cover comprises a lifting head having a horizontal shank with first and second ends, a pair of vertical supports, a vertical support located at each end of the lifting head and a retention leg connected to the shank the retention leg in use configured to exert a downward restraining force on the frame or portion thereof. The apparatus prevents a frame or its edge from being lifted with the cover, and thereby reduce damage to the frame or road and avoiding costly repair. The inventive apparatus is particularly useful to prevent damage to manholes when lifting manhole covers.

Abstract: A multiple chamber container forming and filling method includes (i) forming at least one strong seal around a periphery of first and second sheets so as to leave an opening between the first and second sheets; (ii) forming a temporary peel seal across the opening; (iii) forming a mixing peel seal between the first and second sheets so as to separate a diluent chamber from a powdered drug chamber; (iv) adding diluent to the diluent chamber; (v) sterilizing the multiple chamber container including the diluent; (vi) opening the temporary peel seal in an aseptic environment; (vii) adding powdered drug to the powdered drug chamber through the opening; and (viii) strong sealing the opening so as to be closed.

Abstract: A plugin management system is provided as part of an interactive system, to enable users to search for and execute desired plugins. The plugin management system provides a search user interface to receive inputs from the user, as well as parametric values that are used by the selected plugin. Based on the user interaction with the search user interface, the plugin management system executes identified plugins, using parametric values specified by the user.

Abstract: A system for configuring an environment to provide mobile computing, the system including: one or more booms suspended from a soffit of the environment, each of the booms including a moveable arm moveable at least in part in a plane parallel to the soffit and the moveable arm having a proximal end connected to power and data cables attached to the soffit and a distal end where the power and data cables are suspended therefrom; and one or more switching hubs, each of the switching hubs are arranged to be removably mounted to a mobile station moveable within the environment, to be removably connected to the power and data cables suspended from the distal end of the moveable arm of one of the booms, and to be removably connected to at least one computer in the environment to distribute power and data to the at least one computer.

Abstract: A portable door locking device having a locking bar with a first section and a second section. The second section is pivotally connected to the first section, with the second section being provided with at least one section of enlarged thickness. A resiliently yieldable section is provided and the locking bar is at least partially received within the resiliently yieldable section.

Abstract: Risk of visual impairment including Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) and cataracts increase with age. This increased risk can be caused by changes in the structure and function of the eye or changes in structures of the central nervous system that support visual perception. The present invention comprises fruit flavored, chewable formulations of supplements for reducing the risk of AMD. Chewable dosage forms of the invention are preferred over other formulations and may increase compliance in an aging population, who are more likely to require an eye health supplement and have an increased risk of experiencing dysphagia.

Abstract: A door guard assembly is provided comprising: a first part that is attachable to a door; a second part that is attachable to a door frame; an elongate member; a slidable plate that comprises a receiving means; wherein the first part and/or the second part and/or the elongate member further comprise(s) a dampening means; and, wherein the elongate member is attached to the first part or the second part and in use can be engaged with the receiving means of the plate located on the other first or second part respectively when the plate is slid into an operating position such that the receiving means engages the outer surface of the elongate member as the door is opened and the receiving means and elongate member thus limit the opening of the door, and the dampening means absorbs an impact force that may be applied to the door whose opening has been limited in this way.

Abstract: An authorization request for a payment transaction is obtained, from a given one of a plurality of billers, over a payment network having a standard clearing and settlement time period. Via the payment network, a special IOU approval authorization request response to the authorization request for the payment transaction is passed, indicating that the given one of the plurality of billers will be paid in connection with the payment transaction after expiration of a grace period from a time of the authorization request, regardless of whether funds are available for an account associated with the payment transaction. The grace period is longer than the standard clearing and settlement time period. The payment transaction is not settled until expiration of the grace period.

Abstract: Compositions are disclosed for improved sleep quality and quantity including ingredients for both immediate release and controlled release. The invention provides improved supplemental compositions, and methods for administering same to a user, for enhancing the onset, quality, and duration of sleep in humans and animals. The supplemental composition may contain a combination of ingredients in proportions calculated to relieve stress, promote relaxation, and enhance sleep, including at least the following ingredients: L-Theanine, Skullcap Herb (Scutellaria lateriflora L.), Rhodiola (Rhodiola rosea L.), and Chamomile Flower (Matricaria Recutita). In addition, the supplemental composition may include the secondary ingredient Melatonin. The selection and amounts of the ingredients of the supplemental composition promote sleep onset, quality, and duration and may be provided for consumption at least one time daily, e.g., prior to sleep.

Abstract: A system for configuring an environment to provide mobile computing, the system including: one or more booms suspended from a soffit of the environment, each of the booms including a moveable arm moveable at least in part in a plane parallel to the soffit and the moveable arm having a proximal end connected to power and data cables attached to the soffit and a distal end where the power and data cables are suspended therefrom; and one or more switching hubs, each of the switching hubs are arranged to be removably mounted to a mobile station moveable within the environment, to be removably connected to the power and data cables suspended from the distal end of the moveable arm of one of the booms, and to be removably connected to at least one computer in the environment to distribute power and data to the at least one computer.

Abstract: An authorization request for a payment transaction is obtained, from a given one of a plurality of billers, over a payment network having a standard clearing and settlement time period. Via the payment network, a special incremental payments approval authorization request response to the authorization request for the payment transaction is passed, indicating that the given one of the plurality of billers will be paid in connection with the payment transaction in a plurality of incremental payments made in time increments over a selected time period following the authorization request, optionally regardless of whether funds are available for an account associated with the payment transaction. The selected time period is longer than the standard clearing and settlement time period. The payment transaction is not settled until expiration of the selected time period.

Abstract: A multiple chamber container includes a first sheet; a second sheet; a first peel seal between the first and second sheets, the first peel seal extending across the first and second sheets; wherein at a first time at least one strong seal is provided around a periphery of the first and second sheets so as to leave an opening between the first and second sheets, and wherein a second peel seal is provided between the first and second sheets, the second peel seal extending across the opening between the first and second sheets; and wherein at a second time the second peel seal is removed and the at least one strong seal is extended to seal the opening between the first and second sheets.

Abstract: A multiple chamber container forming and filling method includes (i) forming at least one strong seal around a periphery of first and second sheets so as to leave an opening between the first and second sheets; (ii) forming a temporary peel seal across the opening; (iii) forming a mixing peel seal between the first and second sheets so as to separate a diluent chamber from a powdered drug chamber; (iv) adding diluent to the diluent chamber; (v) sterilizing the multiple chamber container including the diluent; (vi) opening the temporary peel seal in an aseptic environment; (vii) adding powdered drug to the powdered drug chamber through the opening; and (viii) strong sealing the opening so as to be closed.

Abstract: Compositions are disclosed for improved sleep quality and quantity including ingredients for both immediate release and controlled release. The invention provides improved supplemental compositions, and methods for administering same to a user, for enhancing the onset, quality, and duration of sleep in humans and animals. The supplemental composition may contain a combination of ingredients in proportions calculated to relieve stress, promote relaxation, and enhance sleep, including at least the following ingredients: L-Theanine, Skullcap Herb (Scutellaria lateriflora L.), Rhodiola (Rhodiola rosea L.), and Chamomile Flower (Matricaria Recutita). In addition, the supplemental composition may include the secondary ingredient Melatonin. The selection and amounts of the ingredients of the supplemental composition promote sleep onset, quality, and duration and may be provided for consumption at least one time daily, e.g., prior to sleep.

Abstract: A plurality of billers are enrolled in a by-item bill payment program. An invoice is obtained from a given one of said billers, including multiple charges corresponding to at least one of goods and services purchased from the given one of said billers by a first payor. The invoice is modified, based at least in part on said enrolling step, to generate at least one modified invoice including multiple charges corresponding to at least one of goods and services purchased from the given one of said billers by said first payor, the multiple charges being handled under different payment terms. The at least one modified invoice is sent to said first payor; payment from said first payor is obtained; and the obtained payment is allocated. A specific exemplary software architecture for implementing the method is also disclosed.

Abstract: Risk of visual impairment including Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) and cataracts increase with age. This increased risk can be caused by changes in the structure and function of the eye or changes in structures of the central nervous system that support visual perception. The present invention comprises fruit flavored, chewable formulations of supplements for reducing the risk of AMD. Chewable dosage forms of the invention are preferred over other formulations and may increase compliance in an aging population, who are more likely to require an eye health supplement and have an increased risk of experiencing dysphagia.

Abstract: The present invention relates to specific formulations of functional foods and nutraceuticals comprising probiotics and Isomalto-oligosaccharides in a tasty “gummy” dosage form. Embodiments of the invention provide relief from the unpleasant side effects of high fiber functional foods and nutraceuticals including stomach discomfort, flatulence, stomach rumbling/belching and overall gut feeling.

Abstract: Risk of visual impairment including Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) and cataracts increase with age. This increased risk can be caused by changes in the structure and function of the eye or changes in structures of the central nervous system that support visual perception. The present invention comprises fruit flavored, chewable formulations of supplements for reducing the risk of AMD. Chewable dosage forms of the invention are preferred over other formulations and may increase compliance in an aging population, who are more likely to require an eye health supplement and have an increased risk of experiencing dysphagia.

Abstract: A nutritional supplement is provided comprising alpha-lipoic acid and curcumin. The nutritional supplement may be used for reducing weight or reducing weight gain, for reducing fat or reducing fat gain, for reducing loss in lean mass or maintaining lean mass, or for reducing loss of appetite or for maintaining appetite.

Abstract: A nutritional supplement is provided comprising alpha-lipoic acid and curcumin. The nutritional supplement may be used for reducing weight or reducing weight gain, for reducing fat or reducing fat gain, for reducing loss in lean mass or maintaining lean mass, or for reducing loss of appetite or for maintaining appetite.