Abstract: A filter assembly includes a body of filter media, a seal, and a compression ring. The body of filter media having a first end surface, a second end surface spaced apart from and opposing the first end surface, and an outer surface extending between the first end surface and the second end surface. The seal surrounds the first end surface. The compression ring is disposed about the second end surface. The compression ring includes a first channel configured to allow fluid communication between the second end surface and the outer surface.

Abstract: An intelligent, autonomous interior cleaning robot capable of autonomously mapping and cleaning multiple rooms in a house in an intelligent manner is described. Various combinations of passive and active sensors may be used to perform mapping, localization, and obstacle avoidance. In particular, the robot uses stereo cameras with a static projected light pattern to generate 3D data. In addition, the robot may use optical sensors in various locations, laser ToF sensors, inertial measurement units and visual odometry to enhance the localization and mapping capabilities.

Abstract: A machine for filling bags with a granular product includes a filling station. The machine further includes a supporting device for supporting bags below the filling station. The supporting device includes an assembled supporting surface pivoting on a pivot shaft, and actuating means. The actuating means are a motor the angular position of which is controlled by control means. The supporting surface has a first end, arranged upstream of said filling station in the forward movement direction of the bags, and a second end, arranged downstream of said filling station in the forward movement direction of the bags. The supporting surface can pivot in an alternating manner around said pivot shaft for moving the base of the bag which is located in the filling station in operation during filling. A method for filling said bag can also be employed.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method for dynamic, data-driven consolidation of user interface interactions requesting roadside assistance. The method includes identifying a data objective requiring user data, accessing user data, and determining whether the user data satisfies a confidence threshold. Based at least in part on the confidence threshold determination, one of a first data objective representation and a second data objective representation is displayed. A request for roadside assistance—following satisfaction of the confidence threshold—is also issued.

Abstract: A child safety device for medication dispenser including a bottom cap assembly, a top cap assembly. The bottom cap assembly is secured on top of a medication dispenser such as prescription bottles. The bottom cap assembly further includes pawls and a lever lock. On a top surface, the bottom cap includes at least one dosing aperture and dosage regimen indicia. The top cap assembly includes a top cap having an internal ratchet gear that, when mounted upon the bottom cap assembly, interacts with the pawls to permit rotation in only one direction. The top cap further includes stops that are configured to affix the top cap in predetermined positions. The present invention has a 2-step process, by depressing the arm lever to disengage it along the ratchet and pawl system. The user would then twist to move the cap to its respective indicia for its desired scheduling or to their dispensing opening.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method for dynamic, data-driven consolidation of user interface interactions requesting roadside assistance. The method includes identifying a data objective requiring user data, accessing user data, and determining whether the user data satisfies a confidence threshold. Based at least in part on the confidence threshold determination, one of a first data objective representation and a second data objective representation is displayed. A request for roadside assistance—following satisfaction of the confidence threshold—is also issued.

Abstract: A filter assembly includes a body of filter media, a seal, and a compression ring. The body of filter media having a first end surface, a second end surface spaced apart from and opposing the first end surface, and an outer surface extending between the first end surface and the second end surface. The seal surrounds the first end surface. The compression ring is disposed about the second end surface. The compression ring includes a first channel configured to allow fluid communication between the second end surface and the outer surface.

Abstract: Methods and systems for providing processed cocoa nibs are provided. The methods involve coarse grinding cocoa nibs to form a slurry and subjecting less than all of the cocoa slurry to refining. The refined and unrefined volumes or portions of cocoa slurry are then recombined to provide a recombined cocoa product. The cocoa nibs produced by the method may be further processed to provide cocoa liquor or chocolate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a machine for filling bags with a granular product comprising a filling station, a welding station, and a cooling station. The machine comprises a supporting device for supporting the bags below the stations. The device comprises a supporting surface assembled in a pivoting manner on a pivot shaft, and actuating means. The supporting surface has a first supporting segment for supporting the bags of the filling and welding stations on one side of the pivot shaft and a second segment for supporting the bag of the cooling station on the opposite side of said pivot shaft. The supporting surface can pivot in an alternating manner around said pivot shaft for moving the base of the bag which, in operation, is located in the filling station during filling. The invention also relates to a filling method.

Abstract: The invention relates to a one-component powder coating composition comprising a curing system comprising a curable resin and one or more curing additives for curing the curable resin, wherein the powder coating composition comprises: —one powder coating component comprising the curable resin and the one or more curing additives; and—in the range of from 0.

Abstract: A filter assembly includes a body of filter media, a seal, and a compression ring. The body of filter media having a first end surface, a second end surface spaced apart from and opposing the first end surface, and an outer surface extending between the first end surface and the second end surface. The seal surrounds the first end surface. The compression ring is disposed about the second end surface. The compression ring includes a first channel configured to allow fluid communication between the second end surface and the outer surface.

Abstract: Machine (1) for filling bags (100) with a granular product comprising a filling station (2). The machine comprises a supporting device (8) for supporting bags (100) below the filling station (2). The supporting device (8) comprises an assembled supporting surface (10) pivoting on a pivot shaft (12), and actuating means (18). The actuating means (18) are a motor the angular position of which is controlled by control means (32). The supporting surface (10) has a first end (14), arranged upstream of said filling station (2) in the forward movement direction of the bags, and a second end (16), arranged downstream of said filling station (2) in the forward movement direction of the bags. The supporting surface (10) can pivot in an alternating manner around said pivot shaft (12) for moving the base of the bag (100) which is located in the filling station (2) in operation during filling. The invention also relates to a method for filling said bag.

Abstract: A system and method for the automatic and continuous high-speed measurement of color and geometry characteristics of solid shaped particles. The system includes a shaped particle feeder that sorts and aligns singularized particles and feeds them onto a means for moving the singularized shaped particles to a color inspection station and a shape inspection station. The color inspection station provides for measuring the color of each singularized shaped particle and the shape inspection station provides for measuring the geometry characteristics of each singularized shaped particle. This information is analyzed by a master computer with the statistical information displayed.

Abstract: The invention deals with a method for controlling an orthopedic device, the method comprising the following steps of: —Providing input signals, —Using said input signals as input variables of a musculoskeletal model, —Determining feedback signals using said musculoskeletal model, —Transmitting said feedback signals to said user of said orthopedic device.

Abstract: A one-component powder coating composition is provided comprising a curable resin and one or more curing additives for curing the curable resin, wherein the powder coating composition comprises: one powder coating component comprising the curable resin and the one or more curing additives; and 1.0 to 20 wt % of a dry-blended inorganic particulate additive consisting of inorganic components i), ii), and iii), wherein component i) is non-coated aluminium oxide or non-coated silica, component ii) is aluminium hydroxide and/or aluminum oxyhydroxide, and component iii) is silica, and wherein the powder coating component has a particle size distribution with a Dv90 of at most 50 ?m and a Dv50 of at most 30 ?m.

Abstract: The invention relates to a one-component powder coating composition comprising a curing system comprising a curable resin and one or more curing additives for curing the curable resin, wherein the powder coating composition comprises: - one powder coating component comprising the curable resin and the one or more curing additives; - in the range of from 0.1 to 15.0 wt% of a first dry-blended inorganic particulate additive consisting of inorganic components i), ii), and iii), wherein component i) is non-coated aluminium oxide or non-coated silica, component ii) is aluminium hydroxide and/or aluminium oxyhydroxide, and component iii) is silica, and wherein, if component i) is non-coated silica, component iii) does not comprise non-coated silica; and - in the range of from 0.1 to 35 wt% of a second dry-blended inorganic particulate additive, wherein the powder coating composition comprises in the range of from 1.

Abstract: The invention relates to a powder coating composition comprising a curing system comprising a curable resin and one or more curing additives for curing the curable resin, wherein the powder coating composition comprises: —two or more powder coating components with different contents of curable resin and/or at least one of the one or more curing additives; —in the range of from 0.

Abstract: A rental self-service (“RSS”) computer system, including a processor and a memory, is provided. The processor is programmed to: (i) verify that a policyholder is eligible to receive a replacement rental; (ii) transmit a customized link to the eligible policyholder; (iii) receive an access request for access of a rental self-service portal, (iv) retrieve policyholder data using information extracted from the customized link; (v) pre-populate a portion of a searchable interface of the rental self-service portal using the retrieved policyholder data; (vi) cause rental vehicle data to be displayed to enable the policyholder to view available rental options and select a vehicle class; (vii) calculate a policyholder cost for renting a selected vehicle class; and (viii) cause to be displayed on the user device (a) the calculated policyholder cost and (b) an option to confirm the rental reservation.

Abstract: The disclosed invention includes a description of a phase-stable protein beverage. In addition, method of making a phase-stable protein beverage, that may be substantially or entirely free of rheology modifying and emulsifying chemical ingredients. Additionally, particular embodiments include the production of a substantially, non-dairy, protein beverage with extended shelf life.