Abstract: Methods, computing systems and computer program products implement embodiments of the present invention that include configuring a storage system to store multiple storage entities for access by one or more host computers in communication with the storage system, and specifying a compression condition including a minimum compression ratio. The storage system can then estimate an expected compression ratio for a given storage entity, compress the given storage entity upon the expected compression ratio meeting the compression condition, and provide, to a given host computer, access to the compressed given storage entity.

Abstract: The present invention relates to substantially non-odorous fragrance fixatives for extending the fragrance intensity or character, of fragrance materials over time. The invention also covers compositions of fragrance materials and the substantially non-odorous fragrance fixatives and methods of use of the compositions for perfuming suitable substrates, including hard surfaces and body parts, particularly skin and hair.

Abstract: A wireless communication device associated with a mobile operator network transmits an authentication request for network access via a wireless access point (AP) using a transceiver other than the cellular network transceiver. Device authentication can occur directly with the mobile operator network or via a proxy server. Upon authentication, the requesting device may access a wide area network in a data off-load operational mode and the data flow to and from the device via the AP is monitored and reported to mobile operator network associated with the requesting device. The wireless communication device can communicate with any of a plurality of APs distributed in a venue during the data off-load operational mode.

Abstract: In accordance with embodiments, there are provided mechanisms and methods for deploying updates between environments of a multi-tenant on-demand database system. These mechanisms and methods for deploying updates between environments of a multi-tenant on-demand database system can enable embodiments to provide user-friendly, granular, and/or targeted updates between such environments.

Abstract: A method is disclosed comprising drawing air into a robotic vapor device, exposing the drawn air to a sensor to detect one or more constituents in the drawn air, determining first measurement data for the one or more constituents of the drawn air via the sensor, transmitting the first measurement data to a one or more of a plurality of vapor devices via a peer-to-peer network, receiving second measurement data from the one or more of the plurality of vapor devices via the peer-to-peer network, determining one or more vaporizable materials to vaporize based on the first measurement data and the second measurement data, and dispensing a vapor comprised of the one or more vaporizable materials.

Abstract: A motor vehicle drive system utilizing a flywheel for storing recaptured kinetic energy from a moving vehicle is described. Alternators mounted to the drive train generate electrical power from the passively spinning wheels of a moving vehicle. This power may be used to rotate a flywheel. Energy from the continuously spinning flywheel is used or stored for later use to charge batteries which provide power to the drive wheels of the vehicle. The disclosed drive system can be mounted in an all-electric or gasoline-electric hybrid motor vehicle and provides additional power to an electric drive motor of the vehicle.

Abstract: A method and system for facilitating multi-passenger travel reservations are described. The method may commence with receiving a travel-related query associated with a plurality of passengers. The method may continue with ascertaining, based on the travel-related query, a plurality of attribute sets for each of the plurality of passengers. The method may further include parsing the travel-related query to derive attribute values related to the plurality of attribute sets. Upon parsing, at least one attribute of the plurality of attribute sets may be instantiated with the derived attribute values. The method may include searching, for each of the plurality of passengers, for feasible travel itineraries based on the least one attribute and user preferences and presenting at least one multi-passenger travel itinerary for each of the plurality of passengers.

Abstract: A method is disclosed comprising receiving a first signal from a remote computing device, drawing air into a robotic vapor device via a pump in response to the first signal, exposing the drawn air to a sensor, collecting data from the sensor regarding one or more constituents, transmitting the data to the remote computing device, receiving a second signal from the remote computing device, dispensing a vapor from the robotic vapor device based on the second signal, and engaging a filtration element based on the second signal.

Abstract: A method, operable by a service registry in a service orientated architecture system, for providing a service within the system. A service request is received from a service requester in the system. The status of the service is checked as registered in the service registry. In response to the service not having a registered service endpoint or a property of the service falling below a defined threshold, a request is sent to service providers or subsequent service registries to provide a new service and according to the defined threshold. In response to a service provider providing the new service according to the defined standard, the service registry is updated with the new service and responding to the service requester that the service is available. The embodiments allow both direct interaction between the requester and provider or indirect interaction via a service management layer.

Abstract: An embodiment of an inflatable tube includes an elongated tube portion formed from a first fabric, the tube portion including at least one outer wall segment defining a cavity therein. A web is formed from a second fabric, and includes two or more edges secured to an interior surface of the at least one outer wall segment such that the web is disposed along a portion of a tube length.

Abstract: A method of separating solids, the method comprising: •adding said solids to a suspension of particulate material comprising magnetic, or magnetised, particles in a liquid, •locating the combined solids and suspension in a separation vessel such that rotation is imparted to the combined solids and suspension around a space bounded by an outer wall of the vessel to impart a centrifugal force on the solids; and •applying, during operation of said separation vessel, a magnetic field to said combined solids and suspension in said separation vessel to impart a magnetic biasing force on the particles of said particulate material in an inwards direction away from the outer wall of the vessel at least in a lower region of the vessel, •wherein said particulate material has a coarseness (particle size) that is determined by at least one of the size of said separation vessel, the particulate material shape and type, the solids particle size and type, the feed pressure of the combined solids and suspension, and a desired

Abstract: A private message can be delivered by a computer system to a user in an environment, using a display in the environment, a user device, and sensors in the space. The device is detected and connected to a system once it enters a space. A private message is directed to the device and it is received by the system, which notifies the device that the message has been received. The user can then look up at a device to display the message and the system can determine where the user is looking, in order to deliver the message using rapid serial visual presentation to the user on the display device.

Abstract: A motor vehicle drive system utilizing a flywheel for storing recaptured kinetic energy from a moving vehicle is described. Alternators mounted to the drive train generate electrical power from the passively spinning wheels of a moving vehicle. This power may be used to rotate a flywheel. Energy from the continuously spinning flywheel is used or stored for later use to charge batteries which provide power to the drive wheels of the vehicle. The disclosed drive system can be mounted in an all-electric or gasoline-electric hybrid motor vehicle and provides additional power to an electric drive motor of the vehicle.

Abstract: The present invention is direct to a set of golf clubs comprising long irons, mid-irons and short irons. The invention contemplates the use of titanium or steel for the main body portion and significant tungsten weight members at the heel and toe.

Abstract: A system for controlling lights for gloving has one or more microlights adapted to be mounted on a user's hands, a signal transmitter configured to transmit a signal to a signal receiver, and a portable device containing an application to control the light color, intensity and duration. Each microlight has a light configured to display a plurality of colors, a signal receiver, and a microcontroller to control the light. A method of programming a plurality of microlights includes the steps of: (1) assigning a unique identifier to each light to be programmed; (2) editing a profile by selecting one or more lights and one or more colors, durations and transitions of the light to program the lights; (3) previewing the colors, durations and transitions of the one or more lights; and (4) transmitting the profiles to individual lights such that the lights illuminate in accordance with the profile.

Abstract: A display includes a first reflecting surface, a second reflecting surface, and a beam splitter. The second reflecting surface is positioned parallel with respect to the first reflecting surface, and the beam splitter is disposed between the first and second reflecting surfaces. The beam splitter includes a first transmissive substrate having opposed first and second sides and a length extending from a first end to a second end. A first layer of material is disposed on at least one of the first or second sides of the first transmissive substrate. The first layer of reflective material extends from the first end of the first transmissive substrate to a location along the length of the first transmissive substrate.

Abstract: A lightweight and efficient electrical machine element including a method of manufacture providing a stator winding for an electric machine which has a large portion of its volume containing electrically conductive strands and a small portion of its volume containing of an encapsulant material. The stator winding includes winding of a first phase by shaping a portion of a bundle of conductive strands into an overlapping, multi-layer arrangement. Winding of successive phases occurs with further bundles of conductor strands around the preceding phases constructed into similar overlapping, multi-layer arrangements. The multiple phases are impregnated with the encapsulant material using dies to press the bundles into a desired form while expelling excess encapsulant prior to the curing of the encapsulant material. The encapsulated winding is removed from the dies after the encapsulant has cured. The encapsulant coating on the strands may be activated using either heat or solvent.

Abstract: A method is disclosed comprising exposing air to a sensor, collecting data from the sensor regarding one or more constituents in the air, analyzing the data to determine an analysis result, and displaying the analysis result.

Abstract: Disclosed are various examples for single-sign on by way of managed mobile devices. For example, an identity provider service can receive a request for an identity assertion from an application executed in a client device. The identity provider service can then detect a platform associated with the client device. A response to the request can be sent based at least in part on the platform, where the response requests authentication by a management credential. Data generated by the management credential is received from the client device, and the management credential is determined to be valid for the identity assertion. The identity assertion is then sent to the client device in response to determining that the management credential is valid for the identity assertion.

Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed for sterile delivery of prostheses that protect refined and/or conditioned surface properties and thereby reduce aging of surface properties in prostheses. An example of the system includes a partially custom-shaped holder that also serves as an insertion tool that holds a customized dental prosthesis in a pre-defined position inside a titanium container that is hermetically sealed. Container materials serve as a getter or catalyst with respect to the osseoconductive surface. An example of the method includes laser welding to hermetically seal a metal container as packaging for a prosthesis with a metal foil, and the sterilization of the packaged and sealed prosthesis with dry heat.