Abstract: Methods are provided for assembly of a target polynucleotide sequence comprising at least a first double stranded polynucleotide (DSP) and at least second DSP, and optionally further DSPs. The method comprises an assembly reaction comprising steps including providing a first single stranded polynucleotide (SSP) comprising the polynucleotide sequence of one strand of the first DSP, and a second SSP comprising the polynucleotide sequence of one strand of the second DSP and converting the SSPs to double stranded form via a primer and polymerase-mediated extension reaction. The DSPs comprise polynucleotide sequences that are complementary to other polynucleotide sequences within the assembly reaction such that the ordering and directionality of each of the first and second, and further DSPs is determined by unique overhang pairing. Nucleic acid libraries and methods of making such libraries are also provided.

Abstract: A system and method for using device characteristics to authenticate a transaction is disclosed. A first device can be used to request a transaction, and a second device can be used to approve the transaction. A push notification or authentication code is transmitted to a second device, and approval of the transaction is completed based in part on the hardware characteristics of the second device. A security database stores the hardware characteristics of the second device and links the characteristics to authentication profiles such that the second device can be used as a physical authentication device in multi-factor authentication.

Abstract: There is herein described energy storage systems. More particularly, there is herein described thermal energy storage systems and use of energy storable material such as phase change material in the provision of heating and/or cooling systems in, for example, domestic dwellings.

Abstract: A modular top drive system for construction of a wellbore includes an identification reader for automatically identifying tools during operation for rig up and tool exchange. The identification reader may be disposed in one of a tool storage unit, a tool change unit or a top drive unit. Drilling tools, cementing tools and casing tools with one or more identification devices may be used with the modular top drive system. The one or more identification devices may be radio frequency identification devices, barcodes, text tags, micro-controllers, or combinations thereof.

Abstract: A modular top drive system for construction of a wellbore includes an alignment assembly configured to align a tool with a top drive unit to facilitate automatic tool installation during rig up.

Abstract: A model is provided for managing resources in a programming environment. A first construct is triggered to update mutable entities in response to changes to related data associated with the mutable entities. In accordance with the updated mutable entities, at least one of a second construct and a third construct is triggered to respectively create a new mutable entity and update a data relationship.

Abstract: A system includes an accessory tool selected from a group consisting of a casing unit, a cementing unit, and a drilling unit; and a genset mounted to the accessory tool and comprising: a fluid driven motor having an inlet and an outlet for connection to a control swivel of the system; an electric generator connected to the fluid driven motor; a manifold having an inlet for connection to the control swivel and an outlet connected an accessory tool actuator; and a control unit in communication with the electric generator and the manifold and comprising a wireless data link.

Abstract: A fin system for releasibly securing a fin to a water craft the system including: a fin box with at least one elongated slot open at a first surface of the fin box and extending a depth inward towards a closed base opposite the first surface; one or more fixed securing features in the fin box, below the first surface and adjacent and open to the at least one elongated slot; one or more vertical access slots in the fin box, open at one end to the first surface, adjacent and open to the at least one elongated slot and extending the depth inwards towards the closed base; and, a fin with a fin base dimensioned to be slideably received by the at least one elongated slot of the fin box, wherein the fin base includes one or more fixed fin attachment mechanisms each having at least one tab or recess dimensioned to be received first by the one or more vertical access slots and received subsequently by the fixed securing features, wherein an engagement of the at least one fin tab or fin recess with the securing feature

Abstract: A fin system for releasibly securing a fin to a water craft the system including: a fin box with at least one elongated slot open at a first surface of the fin box and extending a depth inward towards a closed base opposite the first surface; one or more fixed securing features in the fin box, below the first surface and adjacent and open to the at least one elongated slot; one or more vertical access slots in the fin box, open at one end to the first surface, adjacent and open to the at least one elongated slot and extending the depth inwards towards the closed base; and, a fin with a fin base dimensioned to be slideably received by the at least one elongated slot of the fin box, wherein the fin base includes one or more fixed fin attachment mechanisms each having at least one tab or recess dimensioned to be received first by the one or more vertical access slots and received subsequently by the fixed securing features, wherein an engagement of the at least one fin tab or fin recess with the securing feature

Abstract: A system for operating a downhole tool includes a tag carrier; a RFID tag coupled with the tag carrier; and a control sub having a bore extending therethrough, the control sub comprising: an antenna located adjacent to the bore; and a stop for catching the tag carrier, wherein: the radio frequency identification tag is coupled with the tag carrier in relation to the stop and the antenna such that the radio frequency identification tag is aligned with the antenna when the tag carrier is caught in the stop, and the stop is operable to allow passage of the tag carrier through the stop after the tag carrier is caught by the stop.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention generally relate to a tubular handling tool. The tool may include a base and a ring or sleeve member. The tool may further include an actuation member configured to move or rotate the ring or sleeve member relative to the base. Additionally, the tool may include a clamp or dog member attached to the base. The clamp or dog member is configured to move between a radially retracted position and a radially extended position as the ring or sleeve member moves or rotates relative to the base.

Abstract: Methods are provided for assembly of a target polynucleotide sequence comprising at least a first double stranded polynucleotide (DSP) and at least second DSP, and optionally further DSPs. The method comprises an assembly reaction comprising steps including providing a first single stranded polynucleotide (SSP) comprising the polynucleotide sequence of one strand of the first DSP, and a second SSP comprising the polynucleotide sequence of one strand of the second DSP and converting the SSPs to double stranded form via a primer and polymerase-mediated extension reaction. The DSPs comprise polynucleotide sequences that are complementary to other polynucleotide sequences within the assembly reaction such that the ordering and directionality of each of the first and second, and further DSPs is determined by unique overhang pairing. Nucleic acid libraries and methods of making such libraries are also provided.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention generally relate to a tubular handling tool. The tool may include a base and a ring or sleeve member. The tool may further include an actuation member configured to move or rotate the ring or sleeve member relative to the base. Additionally, the tool may include a clamp or dog member attached to the base. The clamp or dog member is configured to move between a radially retracted position and a radially extended position as the ring or sleeve member moves or rotates relative to the base.

Abstract: There is herein described energy storage systems. More particularly, there is herein described thermal energy storage systems and use of energy storable material such as phase change material in the provision of heating and/or cooling systems in, for example, domestic dwellings.

Abstract: A system for operating a downhole tool includes a tag carrier; a RFID tag coupled with the tag carrier; and a control sub having a bore extending therethrough, the control sub comprising: an antenna located adjacent to the bore; and a stop for catching the tag carrier, wherein: the radio frequency identification tag is coupled with the tag carrier in relation to the stop and the antenna such that the radio frequency identification tag is aligned with the antenna when the tag carrier is caught in the stop, and the stop is operable to allow passage of the tag carrier through the stop after the tag carrier is caught by the stop.

Abstract: A new and distinct Ranunculus cultivar named ‘ROCPEACH’ is disclosed, characterized by cold-hardy plants producing multiple peach-yellow flowers per stem. The new variety is a Ranunculus, useful as an ornamental plant or for cut flower production.

Abstract: A new and distinct Digitalis cultivar named ‘Firebird’ is disclosed, characterized by plants exhibiting improved Winter hardiness and basal branching without pinching. Plants are taller than known varieties and have a unique flower color combining greyed oranges and reds. The new variety is a Digitalis hybrida, normally produced as an outdoor garden or container plant.

Abstract: A new and distinct Ranunculus cultivar named ‘ROCORANGE’ is disclosed, characterized by cold-hardy plants producing multiple bright orange, semi-double flowers per stem. The new variety is a Ranunculus, useful as an ornamental plant or for cut flower production.

Abstract: A new and distinct Ranunculus cultivar named ‘ROCPINK’ is disclosed, characterized by cold-hardy plants producing multiple pink flowers per stem. The new variety is a Ranunculus, useful as an ornamental plant or for cut flower production.

Abstract: A new and distinct Ranunculus cultivar named ‘ROCYELLOW’ is disclosed, characterized by cold-hardy plants producing multiple yellow flowers with red flecks The new variety is a Ranunculus, useful as an ornamental plant or for cut flower production.