Abstract: A multi-segment pixel matrix, a sensor or device, a system, and a method, for biometric sensing, are provided. Such a device or system includes a sensor comprising a pixel matrix having two or more pixel arrays as separate segments logically divided in the pixel matrix. The pixel matrix may include both thermal sensing pixels and capacitive sensing nodes. The device or system may include a plurality of application-specific intergrade circuits (ASICs) coupled to the sensor. Each ASIC is configured to capture image data of a biometric pattern measured by at least one pixel array. Each pixel array is independently driven and scanned by one or more of the plurality of the ASICs. The device or system further includes a microcontroller unit coupled to the plurality of ASICs and are used to process the image data and/or control operation of the system. Such a sensor can be a fingerprint sensor.

Abstract: Expansion and movement joints are disclosed. An example apparatus includes a collar having a first aperture extending therethrough to receive a conduit, and a guide to receive the collar, where the guide has a second aperture that defines an inner surface of the guide, and where the inner surface of the guide is larger than an outer surface of the collar to define a gap therebetween.

Abstract: A multi-segment pixel matrix, a sensor or device, a system, and a method, for biometric sensing, are provided. Such a device or system includes a sensor comprising a pixel matrix having two or more pixel arrays as separate segments logically divided in the pixel matrix. The pixel matrix may include both thermal sensing pixels and capacitive sensing nodes. The device or system may include a plurality of application-specific intergrade circuits (ASICs) coupled to the sensor. Each ASIC is configured to capture image data of a biometric pattern measured by at least one pixel array. Each pixel array is independently driven and scanned by one or more of the plurality of the ASICs. The device or system further includes a microcontroller unit coupled to the plurality of ASICs and are used to process the image data and/or control operation of the system. Such a sensor can be a fingerprint sensor.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to systems, methods, and computer-readable media for improving the detection, evaluation, and management of computer networks with regard to providing and managing the dispersion of communications. For example, in one or more implementations, a contagion management system can dynamically, efficiently, and quickly identify the extent to which information is expected to disperse in a network based on local and global factors, including virality. In various implementations, the contagion management system can utilize one or more spreading models to determine the potential expected network spread of network information and characteristics as well as can modify network connectivity settings to mitigate network spreading. In this manner, the contagion management system can effectively manage contagions of misinformation, or other characteristics, that spread throughout computer networks.

Abstract: An endoscope includes a detachable wireless imaging device and an insertion tube having a distal end region. The attachment of the detachable wireless imaging device detachably attaches the detachable wireless imaging device to the distal end region of the insertion tube.

Abstract: A multi-segment pixel matrix, a sensor or device, a system, and a method, for biometric sensing, are provided. Such a device or system includes a sensor comprising a pixel matrix having two or more pixel arrays as separate segments logically divided in the pixel matrix. The pixel matrix may include both thermal sensing pixels and capacitive sensing nodes. The device or system may include a plurality of application-specific intergrade circuits (ASICs) coupled to the sensor. Each ASIC is configured to capture image data of a biometric pattern measured by at least one pixel array. Each pixel array is independently driven and scanned by one or more of the plurality of the ASICs. The device or system further includes a microcontroller unit coupled to the plurality of ASICs and are used to process the image data and/or control operation of the system. Such a sensor can be a fingerprint sensor.

Abstract: Expansion and movement joints are disclosed. An example apparatus includes a collar having a first aperture extending therethrough to receive a conduit, and a guide to receive the collar, where the guide has a second aperture that defines an inner surface of the guide, and where the inner surface of the guide is larger than an outer surface of the collar to define a gap therebetween.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions and methods are provided to treat headache, headache-associated symptoms, photophobia, or adverse effects associated with the headache. Also provided herein are small smooth particulates comprising a 5HT1B/1D receptor agonist. Compositions for oral administration are described herein wherein the compositions comprise a combination of active agents, such as a 5HT1B/1D receptor agonist and one or more antiemetics.

Abstract: A collector/distribution assembly is provided for use with a product supply tank having a bottom outlet, comprising a housing having a front wall, a back wall and two side walls, said housing having an open top for receiving product from the bottom outlet of the product supply tank, an open bottom and at least one pair of side by side loading zones comprising a left loading zone and a right loading zone; a number of left pneumatic conveying lines for receiving air, each left pneumatic conveying line operably associated with a corresponding left loading zone to allow air to pass into, through and out of the left loading zone; a number of right pneumatic conveying lines for receiving air, each right pneumatic conveying line operably associated with a corresponding right loading zone to allow air to pass into, through and out of the right loading zone; and at least one air stream selector device comprising a shaped diverter operable to be positioned at the bottom of the housing; whereby when the at least one air

Abstract: The invention disclosed is a bicycle carrying rack to mount to a vehicle. The rack has first mounting portion to connect to a load carrier of the vehicle, and a fork mounting portion including a fork receiving portion. The fork mounting portion is rotationally mounted about a first axis from the first mounting portion. The fork receiving portion receives and locks to a fork of the bicycle. The fork mounting portion has, a first position adapted to locate the bicycle in a substantially vertical position, with the fork aligned in a substantially straight ahead position relative a major plane of the bicycle, and a second position adapted to locate the bicycle, in or toward a horizontal position, with the fork aligned at an angle turned away from the substantially straight ahead position.

Abstract: A system for managing a restaurant comprises a restaurant server including a graphical user interface. The graphical user interface comprises a display and an input interface. The display displays reservation information for the restaurant. The reservation information includes a colored indicator of a status. The input interface receives an indication to display the reservation information for the restaurant.

Abstract: A grow light system is disclosed that can produce an adjustable combined emission spectrum, as is useful to growing plants of different types, or as is useful to adjusting the spectrum provided to a given plant as it grows. The grow light can include a sensor system to detect the height of plants it is illuminating, and can via a cable hoist adjust the height of the grow light to maintain an optimal distance between the plants and the grow light. The grow light system preferably includes a computer device with a graphical user interface useable to set a plant-to-grow light distance, and/or to select a combined emission spectrum for the grow light, which may occur by selecting a particular plant type, variety, or group. The system may include a library of optimal settings to configure the system to optimally grow each selected plant type, variety, or group.

Abstract: A system for managing a restaurant comprises a restaurant server including a graphical user interface. The graphical user interface comprises a display and an input interface. The display displays reservation information for the restaurant. The reservation information includes a colored indicator of a status. The input interface receives an indication to display the reservation information for the restaurant.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions and methods are provided to treat headache, headache-associated symptoms, photophobia, or adverse effects associated with the headache. Also provided herein are small smooth particulates comprising a 5HT1B/1D receptor agonist. Compositions for oral administration are described herein wherein the compositions comprise a combination of active agents, such as a 5HT1B/1D receptor agonist and one or more antiemetics.

Abstract: A cargo carrier wall mount system including a base-frame and a cargo-hitch-receiver assembly. The base frame includes a perimeter, center-section, and at least two lateral-braces, with the center-section and at least two lateral-braces contained within and affixed to the perimeter. Each of the center-section, the perimeter, and the two-lateral braces include a front-side, a back-side and a thickness. Also, each of the perimeter, the two-lateral braces, and the center section also include a plurality of apertures to accept and receive wall-fasteners to affix the base-frame to a vertical surface. The base-frame includes a rubber-gasket between the back-side of the base-frame and the vertical surface configured to reduce wear upon the vertical surface during use.

Abstract: The invention disclosed is a bicycle carrying rack to mount to a vehicle. The rack has first mounting portion to connect to a load carrier of the vehicle, and a fork mounting portion including a fork receiving portion. The fork mounting portion is rotationally mounted about a first axis from the first mounting portion. The fork receiving portion receives and locks to a fork of the bicycle. The fork mounting portion has, a first position adapted to locate the bicycle in a substantially vertical position, with the fork aligned in a substantially straight ahead position relative a major plane of the bicycle, and a second position adapted to locate the bicycle, in or toward a horizontal position, with the fork aligned at an angle turned away from the substantially straight ahead position.

Abstract: A collector/distribution assembly is provided for use with a product supply tank having a bottom outlet, comprising a housing having a front wall, a back wall and two side walls, said housing having an open top for receiving product from the bottom outlet of the product supply tank, an open bottom and at least one pair of side by side loading zones comprising a left loading zone and a right loading zone; a number of left pneumatic conveying lines for receiving air, each left pneumatic conveying line operably associated with a corresponding left loading zone to allow air to pass into, through and out of the left loading zone; a number of right pneumatic conveying lines for receiving air, each right pneumatic conveying line operably associated with a corresponding right loading zone to allow air to pass into, through and out of the right loading zone; and at least one air stream selector device comprising a shaped diverter operable to be positioned at the bottom of the housing; whereby when the at least one air

Abstract: A lavatory monument assembly configured to be positioned in the interior of an aircraft. The modular lavatory monument assembly includes first, second, third and fourth walls that cooperate to form an enclosure that defines a lavatory interior, a door positioned on one of the first, second, third, or fourth walls, and an opening on the fourth side that is open to an exterior of the enclosure. A seat is at least partially positioned in the opening. The seat includes a seat back and a seat portion that is pivotal between a storage position and a deployed position. In the deployed position the seat portion extends outside of the opening.

Abstract: A teaching device for training shooters to choose the best place to shoot a clay target is provided, whereby the teaching device greatly simplifies the decision making process and increases the students' awareness of target lines, directions and break zones. The teaching device may include a plurality of pointers rotatably connected to a clock face by a pivot fastener. The teaching device may include a target holder centrally disposed along the clock face, wherein the target holder is understood to represent a clay target. The plurality of pointers may independently rotate relative to each other so that each pointer may be positioned at a different relationship to the target holder so as to physically represent different choices, predictions and outcomes regarding the targeting thereof, including chosen target lines, predicted break lines and the outcomes of their chosen target lines.

Abstract: Among other things, methods and apparatus regarding collection, dissemination and display of information concerning paintball loaders and markers are disclosed. A loader includes a heads-up display, electronic devices for gathering, storing and disseminating information, and an antenna for sending and receiving data. Wireless voice communications among paintball players is possible via associated headsets. There is also disclosed paintball equipment and methods for controlling both the firing and loading mechanism of paintball equipment. Current systems or mechanisms have individual and discrete electronic control systems for firing operations, e.g. located in the paintball gun itself, and loading operations, e.g. located inside the paintball loader. The present disclosure unifies the electronic control of said firing and loader operations into a single electronic circuit board located on either the paintball gun or paintball loader.