Abstract: A delivery system generates a pick sheet containing a plurality of SKUs based upon an order. A loaded pallet is imaged to identify the SKUs on the loaded pallet, which are compared to the order prior to the loaded pallet leaving the distribution center. The loaded pallet may be imaged while being wrapped with stretch wrap. At the point of delivery, the loaded pallet may be imaged again and analyzed to compare with the pick sheet.

Abstract: A pallet loading and validation system provides several features that are particularly beneficial in the context of a conveyor product distribution system, such as a pallet loading system, although some features are not exclusive to a conveyor system. In some aspects, the techniques described herein relate to a method for identifying a SKU of a package using a computer system having at least one processor, the method including: (a) taking at least one image of a package on a conveyor; (b) receiving the at least one image in the computer system; and (c) based upon the at least one image, the computer system determining a SKU associated with the package.

Abstract: A delivery system generates a pick sheet containing a plurality of SKUs based upon an order. A loaded pallet is imaged to identify the SKUs on the loaded pallet, which are compared to the order prior to the loaded pallet leaving the distribution center. The loaded pallet may be imaged while being wrapped with stretch wrap. At the point of delivery, the loaded pallet may be imaged again and analyzed to compare with the pick sheet.

Abstract: A computer system for validating trays loaded with products receives at least one image of products in at least one tray of a plurality of trays in an imaging area. A type of the products in the at least one tray is determined based upon the at least one image. The type of products in the at least one tray is compared to at least one order. A confirmation or error is indicated based upon the comparison. In some examples, the products are bakery products of different types loaded in plastic, stackable bakery trays. In one example method, a plurality of stacks of loaded bakery trays are imaged from a front or rear of the trays. In another example method, the plurality of stacks are imaged from overhead as the trays are loaded onto the stacks.

Abstract: A rotary cutter head includes a cylindrical cutter head body oriented for rotation about a rotational axis. The cylindrical cutter head body includes a first face, a second face opposite the first face, and a cylindrical face extending between the first face and the second face. The cylindrical cutter head body includes a recess defined in the first face and a removable indicia plate mounted in the recess.

Abstract: A method of separating lithium and magnesium includes hydrolyzing a hydrolysis composition that includes MgCl2 and LiCl, the hydrolyzing including treating the hydrolysis composition with heat to form HCl, water, and a hydrolyzed mixture including LiCl and MgO. The method also includes performing dissolution separation including separating a solvent-soluble fraction in the hydrolyzed mixture that includes LiCl from a substantially solvent-insoluble fraction in the hydrolyzed mixture including a magnesium-containing product including Mg(OH)2 and/or MgO.

Abstract: A method of hydrolyzing a calcium chloride brine includes forming ammonia gas including reacting NH4Cl brine with Ca(OH)2 to form NH3 and the CaCl2 brine. The method includes hydrolyzing the CaCl2 brine including reacting the CaCl2 brine formed during the forming of the ammonia gas with water to form HCl and Ca(OH)2. The method also includes recycling at least some of the Ca(OH)2 formed during the hydrolyzing of the CaCl2 brine for use as at least part of the Ca(OH)2 used in the forming of the ammonia gas.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a post-operative chair for individuals who have undergone hip or buttocks surgery. The chair is foldable and includes a cut-out opening in the seat for accommodating the buttocks of a user sitting in the chair. The cut-out opening is designed as per the shape of the buttocks of a human and reduces strain and pressure on the buttocks. The chair includes a plurality of supporting members for the spine, head, and feet to enhance comfort while relaxing. A storage tray for providing storage space and a charging port is included in the chair. The chair has a reclining backrest with an adjustable footrest for providing comfort after surgery. The chair relieves pressure on the spine, improves blood circulation, and reduces muscle tension.

Abstract: In various embodiments, the present invention relates to heat dissipation systems including a hygroscopic working fluid and methods of using the same. In various embodiments, the present invention provides a method for heat dissipation using a hygroscopic working fluid. The method can include transferring thermal energy from a heated process fluid to the hygroscopic working fluid in a process heat exchanger, to form a cooled process fluid. The method can include condensing liquid from a feed gas on a heat transfer surface of a feed gas heat exchanger in contact with the cooled process fluid, to form a cooled feed gas, the heated process fluid, and a condensate. The method can include dissipating thermal energy from the hygroscopic working fluid to a cooling gas composition with a fluid-air contactor. The method can include transferring moisture between the hygroscopic working fluid and the cooling gas composition with the fluid-air contactor.

Abstract: A delivery system generates a pick sheet containing a plurality of SKUs based upon an order. A loaded pallet is imaged to identify the SKUs on the loaded pallet, which are compared to the order prior to the loaded pallet leaving the distribution center. The loaded pallet may be imaged while being wrapped with stretch wrap. At the point of delivery, the loaded pallet may be imaged again and analyzed to compare with the pick sheet.

Abstract: A stable liquid composition in a clear bottle wherein the composition comprises from about 0.001% to about 0.5% of phenylephrine hydrochloride, by weight of the stable liquid composition. The composition comprises less than about 0.1% of total aldehydes, by weight of the stable liquid composition, and has a pH from about 2 to about 6.5. The clear bottle comprises a material selected from polyethylene terephthalate (PET), glycol-modified polyethylene terephthalate (PETG), oriented polypropylene (OPP), polyvinylchloride (PVC), polyvinylidene chloride (PVDC), nylon, polyethylene terephthalate polyester (PETP), polyphene, or combinations thereof.

Abstract: In various embodiments, the present invention relates to heat dissipation systems including a hygroscopic working fluid and methods of using the same. In various embodiments, the present invention provides a method for heat dissipation using a hygroscopic working fluid. The method can include transferring thermal energy from a heated process fluid to the hygroscopic working fluid in a process heat exchanger, to form a cooled process fluid. The method can include condensing liquid from a feed gas on a heat transfer surface of a feed gas heat exchanger in contact with the cooled process fluid, to form a cooled feed gas, the heated process fluid, and a condensate. The method can include dissipating thermal energy from the hygroscopic working fluid to a cooling gas composition with a fluid-air contactor. The method can include transferring moisture between the hygroscopic working fluid and the cooling gas composition with the fluid-air contactor.

Abstract: A delivery system may include a pallet wrapper system having a turntable, a camera directed toward an area above the turntable, and a stretch wrap dispenser adjacent the turntable. A computer receives images from the camera of multiple sides of a pallet loaded with packages on the turntable. The computer stitches images from different sides of the stack of packages that correspond to the same package. At least one machine learning model may be used to infer SKUs of each package. Optical character recognition may be performed in parallel on the images. The determination of the SKU of each package may be based upon the inferred SKUs and on the OCR.

Abstract: Balloon catheters having a tapered balloon design and methods for manufacturing tapered balloons. An illustrative method for forming a tapered balloon for use in a medical device may comprise forming a balloon tube, the balloon tube may be formed from a first material and a second material different from the first material, positioning the balloon tube within a balloon mold, and blow molding the tapered balloon tube within the balloon mold to form a balloon.

Abstract: A pallet wrapper and imaging system a pallet loaded with containers to calculate a sustainability based upon a type of the pallet and the containers on the pallet. The system also determines the stability of the pallet and containers, a speed at which the pallet and containers can be wrapped, and an amount of stretch film needed to secure the load for transport. After validation by the imaging system (with or without a wrapper), a QC bot assists a QC worker in remedying or checking any detected errors or potential errors.

Abstract: A method for coating a material having a plurality of fibers includes treating at least a portion of the fibers by applying a liquid solution over at least a portion of the fibers of the material in which the liquid solution includes a polymer dispersed in a liquid medium, drying at least a portion of the liquid solution applied over the fibers of the material to obtain a dried polymeric material that forms a network of discontinuous dried polymeric particles over the fibers, applying to at least a portion of the fibers a first coating composition comprising a film-forming resin that interacts with the dried polymeric material, and drying the first coating composition to form a first coating layer over at least a portion of the fibers. A coated material is also included.

Abstract: A method of treating a brine composition includes hydrolyzing a metal halide salt in the brine composition to form a hydrolysis product including a hydrohalic acid. The metal includes an alkaline earth metal or an alkali metal.

Abstract: A delivery system may include a pallet wrapper system having a turntable, a camera directed toward an area above the turntable, and a stretch wrap dispenser adjacent the turntable. A computer receives images from the camera of multiple sides of a pallet loaded with packages on the turntable. The computer stitches images from different sides of the stack of packages that correspond to the same package. At least one machine learning model may be used to infer SKUs of each package. Optical character recognition may be performed in parallel on the images. The determination of the SKU of each package may be based upon the inferred SKUs and on the OCR.

Abstract: A pallet wrapper and imaging system a pallet loaded with containers to calculate a sustainability based upon a type of the pallet and the containers on the pallet. The system also determines the stability of the pallet and containers, a speed at which the pallet and containers can be wrapped, and an amount of stretch film needed to secure the load for transport. After validation by the imaging system (with or without a wrapper), a QC bot assists a QC worker in remedying or checking any detected errors or potential errors.

Abstract: A system may include a laser source, an acousto-optic modulator (AOM) coupled to the laser source, an atom trap, and at least one optical medium coupled between the AOM and the atom trap. Furthermore, at least one piezoelectric transducer may be coupled to the at least one optical medium, and a beam polarization controller may be coupled to the at least one piezoelectric transducer.