Abstract: A customizable bedding system includes a comforter with a plurality of buttons, a cover including a compartment for the comforter and a first plurality of button holes corresponding with a location of the plurality of buttons on the comforter. A sheet including a second plurality of button holes is securable to the cover and comforter by the buttons on the comforter.

Abstract: An adjustable comforter includes a base comforter having a top fabric layer attached to a bottom fabric layer. A plurality of microfiber filled cavities are formed between the top and bottom fabric layers. Buttons are attached to the bottom fabric layer and provide for attachment of at least one accessory panel to the base comforter to adjust provided warmth.

Abstract: An adjustable comfort pet bed includes a pillow top with a pillow insert and a top cover. The pillow top is supported on a platform that includes a base and a bottom cover. The top cover is attached to the bottom cover with a zipper and may be removed to enable washing. Fill material within the pillow insert may be added or removed to tailor a firmness of the pillow top to accommodate the comfort and feeling of well-being to the family pet.

Abstract: Techniques related to powertrain architectures for vehicles (such as hybrid electric vehicle/electric vehicles) utilizing an on-board charger are disclosed. The techniques include a device for power regulation, the device comprising a direct current (DC)-to-DC voltage converter configurable to convert a first DC voltage from an alternating current (AC)-to-DC converter to generate a first converted DC voltage to charge a battery, and convert a second DC voltage from the battery to a second converted DC voltage for a DC-to-AC inverter. The inverter couples to a motor. A control circuit is configured to direct an operating mode of the voltage converter.

Abstract: Techniques related to powertrain architectures for vehicles (such as hybrid electric vehicle/electric vehicles) utilizing an on-board charger are disclosed. The techniques include a device for power regulation, the device comprising a direct current (DC)-to-DC voltage converter configurable to convert a first DC voltage from an alternating current (AC)-to-DC converter to generate a first converted DC voltage to charge a battery, and convert a second DC voltage from the battery to a second converted DC voltage for a DC-to-AC inverter. The inverter couples to a motor. A control circuit is configured to direct an operating mode of the voltage converter.

Abstract: An assay method for detecting and measuring the presence or amount of glycated hemoglobin in a sample using fluorescence resonance energy transfer (FRET).

Abstract: Techniques related to powertrain architectures for vehicles (such as hybrid electric vehicle/electric vehicles) utilizing an on-board charger are disclosed. The techniques include a device for power regulation, the device comprising a direct current (DC)-to-DC voltage converter configurable to convert a first DC voltage from an alternating current (AC)-to-DC converter to generate a first converted DC voltage to charge a battery, and convert a second DC voltage from the battery to a second converted DC voltage for a DC-to-AC inverter. The inverter couples to a motor. A control circuit is configured to direct an operating mode of the voltage converter.

Abstract: A multi-position adjustable pillow intended to support a user's head, neck, shoulders, lower back, legs, and/or knees is provided. The pillow may include a cover sized to fit around a plurality of support pieces, including a top support piece and one or more removable bottom support pieces. The cover includes an aperture adapted to allow at least a bottom support piece to be inserted or removed. The aperture may be securable by a zipper or other fastening means. The support pieces may be made of a soft material, such as foam. The bottom support pieces may be made of a material that is of greater density and of lower firmness than the top support piece.

Abstract: An adjustable pillow intended to support a user's knees or legs is provided. The pillow may include a cover sized to fit around a plurality of support pieces, including a front support piece, a back support piece, and one or more middle support pieces. The cover includes an aperture adapted to allow at least a middle support piece to be inserted or removed. The aperture is securable by a zipper or other fastening means. The support pieces may be made of a soft material, such as foam. The middle support pieces may comprise a material that is of greater density and of lower firmness than the front and back support pieces.

Abstract: An multi-position adjustable pillow intended to support a user's head, neck, shoulders, lower back, legs, and/or knees is provided. The pillow may include a cover sized to fit around a plurality of support pieces, including a top support piece and one or more removable bottom support pieces. The cover includes an aperture adapted to allow at least a bottom support piece to be inserted or removed. The aperture may be securable by a zipper or other fastening means. The support pieces may be made of a soft material, such as foam. The bottom support pieces may be made of a material that is of greater density and of lower firmness than the top support piece.

Abstract: An adjustable pillow adapted to support a user's head or other body parts is provided. The pillow may include an outer cover and an inner cover disposed within the outer cover. The outer cover and inner cover may each include an aperture that is openable and closable via a fastening mechanisms. The inner cover may be adapted to house a filler material, and the amount and type of such material may be adjusted by a user.