Abstract: Representative embodiments set forth herein disclose techniques for modifying encryption classes of files. According to some embodiments, a technique can include receiving a request to update an encryption configuration of a file from a current encryption class to an updated encryption class. In response, the technique involves obtaining (i) a first class key associated with the current encryption class, and (ii) a second class key associated with the updated encryption class. Next, the technique involves identifying file extents of the file, where each file extent is encrypted by a respective extent key that is encrypted by the first class key. Finally, the technique involves, for each file extent of the file: (i) decrypting the respective extent key using the first class key to produce a decrypted respective extent key, and (ii) encrypting the decrypted respective extent key using the second class key to produce an updated respective extent key.

Abstract: A module or unit manufactured allowing simplified installation of a lifter rod assembly of a core lifter apparatus for a mold for molding plastic parts. In some embodiments, a slide is movably mounted with respect to a retainer and/or a gib, so that the retainer attached to the lifter rod can be moved in a linear direction and a rotational direction to provide free motion and reduce wear and breakage due to uneven ejector plate movement during production cycling of the mold. In some embodiments, the slide has one or more spring-loaded devices that hold the retainer in a particular position with respect to the slide, positioned to receive the lifter rod during mold assembly. In some embodiments, the retainer accommodates connections and coiled hoses for delivering cooling fluid to an internally cooled lifter rod.

Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed for determining a position of a camera affixed to a UAV in flight when the camera captures a digital aerial image. In particular, in one or more embodiments, the disclosed systems and methods utilize real time kinematic satellite navigation techniques to identify a position of a UAV. Moreover, the disclosed systems and methods precisely determine the time that a camera captures a digital aerial image together with an attitude of the UAV at the time of capture to calculate a location of a camera at the time of capture. In one or more embodiments, the disclosed systems and methods can utilize the determined position of the camera together with the captured digital aerial image to generate a three-dimensional representation of a site.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an acrylic copolymer composition prepared from a monomer composition. The monomer composition is essentially free of solvents having a boiling point less than 120° C. and essentially free of acid functional monomers. The monomer composition or acrylic copolymer composition comprises: (A) 30 to 70 percent by weight of a monomer having the structure (I): wherein (i) X is NR? or O, R? is hydrogen or is a linear or branched alkyl group having 1 to 18 carbon atoms, and R is a linear or branched alkyl group having 1 to 18 carbon atoms, or (ii) X is N or O and R is a linear or branched alkyl group bonded to X to form a 5- to 7-member ring; based on the total weight of monomers in the monomer composition; and (B) 30 to 70 percent by weight of at least one different ethylenically unsaturated monomer.

Abstract: An apparatus and methods of opening containers which permit the user to remove the entire flat upper planar surface. The apparatus and methods, incorporate a platform with a plurality of arms operatively coupled to respective blade members that engage inner circumferential edge of a container by folding the edges inward. The blade members and arms are operatively coupled to a lever and rotate outward when the lever is compressed. The inventors have determined that apparatus and methods provided herein are able to adhere to the different sizes and contours of a sealed can lid. Additionally, by way of example, the inventors have determined that apparatus and methods provided herein can permit the user to safely remove the top of the can with both ease and efficiency.

Abstract: A wooden drumstick that is treated by direct heating by exposure to a flame to improve hardness characteristics by altering the state of fibers in an outer layer of the drum stick relative to inner fibers below the outer layer. A method of manufacturing a treated drumstick includes selecting a wooden starting material, forming a drumstick profile from the wooden starting material, and exposing the drumstick profile directly to a flame.

Abstract: Increases in global population have led to unprecedented challenges in meeting every day needs. Vehicle parking is one such challenge given the limited parking spaces available at any destination, whether at work, at a shopping center, or any other location. A parking resource analysis system includes a stepwise simulator system and a role based access system. The stepwise simulator system tests, simulates, and tunes specific models for issuing parking control actions with respect to a specific lot. The role based access system may be physically located at the parking lot. The role based access system implements dynamic loading or dynamic access of role specific models for issuing parking control actions tailored to the role of the particular individual searching for a parking space.

Abstract: This disclosure describes, in part, systems and methods for utilizing a dividable package for efficient shipment of items. The dividable package includes two or more internal compartments for securing items for shipment, the internal compartments enclosed by a cover having a detachment mechanism. Upon activation of the detachment mechanism, previously covered labels on each of the internal compartments identifying the items within are exposed.

Abstract: A load suspension and weighing system for a removable reservoir unit of a portable dialysis machine includes a centrally located flexure assembly. The flexure assembly includes magnets and a number of flexure rings which allow for movement of the magnets about a fixed circuit board. Sensors in the circuit board sense changes in the magnetic field as the magnets move in relation to the circuit board. The magnetic field changes produce a voltage output which is used by a processor to generate weight calculations. The top of the flexure assembly is attached to the interior of the dialysis machine. The entirety of the reservoir unit is suspended by a first internal frame that is attached to the bottom of the flexure assembly. Having a single flexure assembly positioned above the reservoir unit provides more accurate weight measurements while also preventing damage to the assembly from water spillage.

Abstract: A sample is added to a chamber (12) in which magnetic particles (P) are provided. The sample includes a target component (T) and the chamber (12) has a detection surface (122). A magnetic force is exerted on the magnetic particles (P) to attract the magnetic particles (P) to the detection surface (122). The bound magnetic particles that captured the target component (T) in the magnetic particles (P) and the unbound magnetic particles that captured no target component (T) in the magnetic particles (P) are held at the detection surface (122). At least part of the sample is drained out of the chamber (12) and a new sample added to the chamber (12). The magnetic force exerted on the magnetic particles (P) is altered to release the unbound magnetic particles from the detection surface (122). An amount of the bound magnetic particles that are held at the detection surface (122) are measured.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a hemostatic glove device including an absorbent fabric layer having a hemostatic agent and optionally an therapeutic agent. The present disclosure also provides methods for using the hemostatic glove device for promoting hemostasis of a wound of a patient.

Abstract: A combination computing device and input device. The computing device provides a plurality of sides. The input device providing a structural bridge, a pair of control modules, a touch sensitive input module attached to the back side of the input device, and a transactional input device. The pair of control modules: confine the computing device on at least two opposing sides of the plurality of sides; adaptively and snugly accommodate the width of the computing device else a second computing device, the second computing device having a width greater than the width of the computing device; adaptively and snugly, accommodate the length of either the computing device, or the second computing device, the second computing device having a length greater than the length of the computing device. Transactional input device integrated within at least one of the of control modules, and configured to provide point of sale input functionality.

Abstract: A combination computing device and input device. The computing device provides a plurality of sides. The input device providing a structural bridge, a pair of control modules, and a touch sensitive input module attached to the back side of the input device. The pair of control modules: confine the computing device on at least two opposing sides of the plurality of sides; adaptively and snugly accommodate the width of the computing device else a second computing device, the second computing device having a width greater than the width of the computing device; adaptively and snugly, accommodate the length of either the computing device, or the second computing device, the second computing device having a length greater than the length of the computing device; and a keyboard module integrated within at least one of the control modules, the keyboard module configured to provide full keyboard functionality.

Abstract: A device directed to a combination computing and input device. The computing device providing a plurality of sides, each of the plurality of sides are disposed between an electronic display screen and a back of the computing device. The input device communicates with the computing device and provides a pair of control modules adjacent to and confining the computing device on at least two opposing sides of the computing device. The input device further provides a structural bridge securing the pair of control modules one to the other, a touch sensitive input module, and a transaction system configured for point of sale use. The structural bridge adaptively and snugly accommodate the length of the computing device. A first of the pair of control modules features a retention mechanism communicating with the structural bridge, which snugly accommodates the length of the computing device.

Abstract: This disclosure concerns methods and compositions for identifying cotton plants that have a reniform nematode resistance trait. Some embodiments concern molecular markers to identify, select, and/or construct reniform nematode resistant plants and germplasm, or to identify and counter-select relatively susceptible plants. This disclosure also concerns cotton plants comprising a reniform nematode resistance trait that are generated by methods utilizing at least one marker described herein.

Abstract: Methods for treating eye diseases associated with inflammation and/or vascular proliferation in subjects are disclosed. The methods include administering therapeutically effective amounts of a tranilast compound, in particular (E)-2-[[3-(3-Methoxy-4-propargyloxy)phenyl)-1-oxo-2-propenyl]amino]benzoic acid or (E)-2-[[3,4-Bis(difluoromethoxy)phenyl)-1-oxo-2-propenyl]amino]benzoic acid or pharmaceutically acceptable salts or solvates thereof.

Abstract: In a method and apparatus for providing a visualization image and a reference image for a patient, with only one reconstruction being implemented, raw scan data from the patient are reconstructed into a visualization image, and the reference image is generated, without another reconstruction, by applying a filter to the visualization image to obtain a simulated reference image, using a value of a filter parameter that is specific for the patient. The patient-specific filter parameter is determined by comparing image-derived properties of an accessed, previously-reconstructed reference image and the reference image, and the filter parameter is adapted to reduce differences in the image-derived properties of the respective images.

Abstract: A method of using a sterilization wrap system including a permeable material having barrier properties and having a first surface and a second opposing surface, the exterior panel being substantially opaque or having a first level of translucence, and an interior panel including a permeable material having barrier properties and having a first surface and a second opposing surface, the interior panel having a level of translucence that is higher than the translucence of the exterior panel, the panels being joined together over at least a portion of their surfaces. Also disclosed is inspection of the sterilization wrap system for exterior panel breaches by looking for light passing through a panel facing the viewer.