Abstract: A face mask includes a non-woven fabric filter configured to be worn on a user's face. A composition with anti-viral properties is arranged on the fabric. The composition preferably includes anti-viral oils and an anti-viral metal such as copper or copper oxide.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a bottom gusseted pouch is provided. The method comprises unwinding a pouch webbing in a first flow direction, the pouch webbing defining front and back panels; inserting a gusset webbing between the panels in a second flow direction; attaching the gusset webbing to the panels to form a bottom gusseted end; optionally inserting a closure mechanism between the panels in a third flow direction; attaching the closure mechanism to the panels to form the resealable top end of the pouch; sealing the side edges of the panels to complete the pouch; and optionally cutting the completed pouch from the pouch webbing. At least one of the pouch webbing and the gusset webbing is formed of a supported film.

Abstract: The present teaching relates to forecasting a campaign performance using predictive modeling. In one example, a request for forecasting a campaign performance is received from a user. A plurality of parameters associated with the request are retrieved. A predictive score is generated based on the plurality of parameters. A variable vector is constructed based on one or more of the plurality of campaign parameters selected by the user. A key performance indicator (KPI) matrix is generated in accordance with the predictive score based on the variable vector.

Abstract: The present teaching relates to forecasting a campaign performance using predictive modeling. In one example, a request for forecasting a campaign performance is received from a user. A plurality of parameters associated with the request are retrieved. A predictive score is generated based on the plurality of parameters. A variable vector is constructed based on one or more key performance indicators (KPIs) selected by the user. A campaign data matrix is generated in accordance with the predictive score based on the variable vector.

Abstract: The present teaching relates to online user engagement measurement. In one example, user activities with respect to a piece of content are detected. The user activities include visiting a web site in association with the piece of content. A plurality of variables are determined based on the detected user activities. The plurality of variables include a number of web pages loaded in the web site. An engagement scoring model is obtained. An engagement score of the piece of content is estimated based on the plurality of variables and the engagement scoring model.

Abstract: A method of filling a plurality of bottom gusseted pouches disposed on a roll in a top-to-bottom end orientation is provided. The method comprises unwinding the respective bottom gusseted pouch from the roll; providing access to an interior compartment defined by front and back panels and the bottom gusseted end of the respective bottom gusseted pouch; filling the interior compartment with at least one item to produce a filled pouch; and cutting the respective bottom gusseted pouch from the roll by cutting between the top end of the respective bottom gusseted pouch and the bottom gusseted end of an adjacent bottom gussetted pouch connected to the respective bottom gusseted pouch.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a roll of bottom gusseted pouches serially connected in a top-to-bottom end orientation is provided. The method comprises unwinding a pouch webbing in a first flow direction, the pouch webbing defining front and back panels of a respective pouch; inserting a gusset webbing between the panels in a second flow direction; attaching the gusset webbing to the panels to form the bottom gusseted end of the pouch; inserting a closure mechanism between the panels in a third flow direction; attaching the closure mechanism to the panels to form the resealable top end of the pouch; sealing the side edges of the panels to complete the pouch; winding the completed pouch onto the roll; and repeating these steps to form the other bottom gusseted pouches in the roll. At least one of the pouch webbing and the gusset webbing is formed of a supported film.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a roll of bottom gusseted pouches serially connected in a top-to-bottom end orientation is provided. The method comprises unwinding a pouch webbing in a first flow direction, the pouch webbing defining front and back panels of a respective pouch; inserting a gusset webbing between the panels in a second flow direction; attaching the gusset webbing to the panels to form the bottom gusseted end of the pouch; inserting a closure mechanism between the panels in a third flow direction; attaching the closure mechanism to the panels to form the resealable top end of the pouch; sealing the side edges of the panels to complete the pouch; winding the completed pouch onto the roll; and repeating these steps to form the other bottom gusseted pouches in the roll. At least one of the pouch webbing and the gusset webbing is formed of a supported film.

Abstract: A system and method for achieving optimal advertising is disclosed. In Internet advertising embodiments, small quantities of experimental advertising banner designs are tested to extract valuable information from the experiments. One or more embodiments can also incorporate array mathematics to help select and analyze the ad design elements that improve the results (e.g., click-thru-rate, revenue-per-impression, etc.) of the overall advertising campaigns. Embodiments of the present invention can also utilize a process of identifying influential design elements, selecting and testing banners representative of such design elements, obtaining feedback, and analyzing it to extract information from the experiments about which design elements are most important and which combination of design elements lead to the best overall banner.

Abstract: Embodiments consistent with the present invention enable an advertising client to vary terms of an advertising campaign automatically in order to react to changing business conditions. An advertising client and a publisher establish terms of an advertising campaign including a unit cost for placement of advertisements and a range of acceptable changes. The unit cost may use any pricing model, such as cost per mille, cost per click, or cost per action. During the advertising campaign, the advertising client may submit a change that is automatically implemented to alter the advertising campaign.