Abstract: The invention provides, in various embodiments, devices and methods relating to ex-vivo organ care. In certain embodiments, the invention relates to aortic cannulas for use in perfusion systems to return perfusate to the heart or delivering perfusate from the heart while the organ is sustained ex vivo at physiologic or near-physiologic conditions.

Abstract: The invention provides, in various embodiments, devices and methods relating to ex-vivo organ care. In certain embodiments, the invention relates to aortic cannulas for use in perfusion systems to return perfusate to the heart or delivering perfusate from the heart while the organ is sustained ex vivo at physiologic or near-physiologic conditions.

Abstract: An ice bag for a cooler that include a bag with an open top. A flap having a top edge and a bottom edge, wherein the top edge of the flap is coupled to a portion of a periphery of the open top of the bag. A hand sleeve has an opening for a hand, wherein a rear periphery portion of the hand opening is coupled to the bottom edge of the flap. A user can insert a hand into the hand sleeve to grab ice cubes in the ice bag and transfer the ice cubes into a container.

Abstract: An extension capsule for vehicles is provided, consisting of an inner and an outer capsule, both vacuum-formed from lightweight, durable materials. The inner capsule is designed to nest within the outer capsule, and when joined, they create an insulated, structurally reinforced unit. This assembly method enhances the strength and durability of the extension capsule without significantly increasing the vehicle's weight. The capsules feature outwardly-extending lips that facilitate secure attachment to the vehicle, effectively expanding the cargo area's lateral dimensions. The inclusion of an insulation layer between the capsules offers thermal regulation, making the space suitable for comfortable occupancy in various weather conditions. The lightweight construction of the capsules ensures ease of installation and contributes to the vehicle's overall fuel efficiency.

Abstract: The disclosure generally relates to a system for perfusing an ex-vivo liver including a pump configured to pump a perfusion fluid through a perfusion circuit, the pump in fluid communication with a hepatic artery interface and a portal vein interface; an oxygenator; a heater; an inferior vena cava interface in fluid communication with an inferior vena cava of the ex-vivo liver; and a reservoir configured to receive the perfusion fluid from the inferior vena cava of the ex-vivo liver and store a volume of fluid.

Abstract: Machine learning model performance may be determined on unlabeled out of distribution data. A source data set may be obtained for training a machine learning model. Unbiased estimates may be determined for baseline performance indicators of the machine learning model applied to a target dataset without ground truth labels using importance sampling weights. Performance metrics may then be determined using the baselined performance indicators and provided.

Abstract: The invention generally relates to systems, methods, and devices for ex vivo organ care. More particularly, in various embodiments, the invention relates to caring for a liver ex vivo at physiologic or near-physiologic conditions.

Abstract: The disclosure generally relates to a system for perfusing an ex-vivo liver including a pump configured to pump a perfusion fluid through a perfusion circuit, the pump in fluid communication with a hepatic artery interface and a portal vein interface; an oxygenator; a heater; an inferior vena cava interface in fluid communication with an inferior vena cava of the ex-vivo liver; and a reservoir configured to receive the perfusion fluid from the inferior vena cava of the ex-vivo liver and store a volume of fluid.

Abstract: A breathalyser comprises a breath chamber 12 defining an inlet 14 for a breath sample and an outlet 16. A sensor 18 for an intoxicating substance is in fluid flow communication with the outlet 16. The sensor comprises an output for an electronic signal representative of a concentration of the intoxicating substance in the sample. A pump 20 moves the sample via the outlet 16 to the sensor 18. First electronic circuitry 22 comprises a controller 24 comprising a processor for processing the signal and to generate data relating to the concentration of the intoxicating substance. Second electronic circuitry 26 comprises a memory arrangement 28 which is in signal communication with the first electronic circuitry and stores the generated data. The first electronic circuitry 22 is permanently mounted in a main housing 30 of the breathalyser. At least the sensor 18 and the second electronic circuitry 26 form part of a cartridge 32.2 which is removably mountable on the main housing 30.

Abstract: A system and method are provided for local network public notification negotiation. A local network includes a plurality of neighborhood media nodes and each neighborhood media node is configured to project a plurality of n media message per a first time period to a general public. The media messages can be public service announcements, such as traffic or weather conditions, or public library hours to name a few examples. An interface associated with the neighborhood media nodes accepts local network program choices including neighborhood media node selections cross-referenced to media message selections. A local arbitrator arranges media messages for each node, resolves local network program choice conflicts, and supplies a local network selection decision to the neighborhood media nodes. The neighborhood media nodes project media messages in response to the local network selection decision. The media nodes can also be enabled to project messages from intra-neighborhood and remote sources.

Abstract: A system and method are provided for a pedestrian thoroughfare portable media projection kiosk. The method provides a portable kiosk chassis located in a pedestrian thoroughfare. A media projection subsystem attached to the kiosk projects a media message and creates a media enablement signal. The media message may be a visual display, an audio broadcast, or both. The method verifies that media has been projected in response to receiving a media enablement signal. Verification information is supplied that includes the media enablement signal, and the verification information is communicated to a server. The verification information may be communicated using a cellular telephone, an IEEE 802.11 Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) device, an IEEE 802.15 Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN) device, or combinations thereof. Alternatively, or in addition, the kiosk may provide a publically accessible cellular telephone booster, a WLAN access point (AP), WPAN AP, or combinations thereof.

Abstract: An ice bag for a cooler that include a bag with an open top. A flap having a top edge and a bottom edge, wherein the top edge of the flap is coupled to a portion of a periphery of the open top of the bag. A hand sleeve has an opening for a hand, wherein a rear periphery portion of the hand opening is coupled to the bottom edge of the flap. A user can insert a hand into the hand sleeve to grab ice cubes in the ice bag and transfer the ice cubes into a container.

Abstract: A SCBI useful in ambient air pressure systems is disclosed. The SCBI includes a body which serves as the culture tube, a glass media ampoule, an inoculated stainless steel disc positioned on the top of the glass media ampoule so that the spores are close to the top/opening of the SCBI, filter paper on the top of the body and overlying the disc, and a cap.

Abstract: At least one of a method, apparatus, and system, as discussed herein and depicted in the figures that includes a first dock section, the first dock section including a first proximal end and a first distal end; a second dock section, the second dock section including a second proximal end and a second distal end; and a moveable guide system that connects the first dock section and the second dock section in a deployed position, such that the first proximal end of the first dock section abuts the second distal end of the second dock section, wherein the moveable guide system is configured to allow for the first dock section to be guided into a stowed position, on top of the second dock section.

Abstract: A system provides interactive and automated features to aid in planning, management, and execution of events within venues. Venue hardscapes are geolocated, parsed, and stored to be used when configuring events. During event configuration a venue softscape may be automatically generated and applied to the venue hardscape to produce an initial layout. The initial layout may be modified to create and assign booths to exhibitors by multiple coordinators in parallel. Geolocation of hardscaped may be extended into softscapes, such that location data may be maintained for temporary structures such as booths. Conflicts may be avoided by implementing one or more conflict prevention features, including enforcement of universal layouts, booth locking, synchronous session management, automatic identifier assignment to preserve locational correspondence, booth and layout validation, and others.

Abstract: A system and method are provided for a pedestrian thoroughfare portable media projection kiosk. The method provides a portable kiosk chassis located in a pedestrian thoroughfare. A media projection subsystem attached to the kiosk projects a media message and creates a media enablement signal. The media message may be a visual display, an audio broadcast, or both. The method verifies that media has been projected in response to receiving a media enablement signal. Verification information is supplied that includes the media enablement signal, and the verification information is communicated to a server. The verification information may be communicated using a cellular telephone, an IEEE 802.11 Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) device, an IEEE 802.15 Wireless Personal Area Network (WPAN) device, or combinations thereof. Alternatively, or in addition, the kiosk may provide a publically accessible cellular telephone booster, a WLAN access point (AP), WPAN AP, or combinations thereof.

Abstract: A computing device includes a first program configured to display a menu on a screen and display a summary on the screen that can be reached directly from the menu, and a second program. The summary displays patient account information of a plurality of patient accounts for a selected one of a plurality of available clients. The displayed patient account information includes a plurality of displayed entries, where each entry includes a first field indicating an account number of one of the patient accounts, a second field indicating a status associated with the account number, and a third field indicating a due date. The second program causes the third field to display a due date for submitting a claim associated with the account number to insurance, and dynamically updates the third field to display a due date for appealing denial of the claim.

Abstract: Robotic device configuration methods and systems. The methods described herein may involve operably positioning a robotic device with respect to a storage rack, wherein the storage rack holds at least one first coupling member configured with a first tool, and the robotic device includes a second coupling member; operably connecting the second coupling member to the first coupling member; and removing the first coupling member configured with the first tool from the storage rack.