Abstract: In some examples, a computing device can include a processor resource and a non-transitory memory resource storing machine-readable instructions stored thereon that, when executed, cause the processor resource to: activate a silent mode for the computing device when a videoconference is initiated, set a threshold volume and designated frequency range for the computing device, deactivate the silent mode for the computing device when a microphone associated with the computing device receives a sound that exceeds the threshold volume and is within the designated frequency range, send the received sound to other users of the videoconference, and activate the silent mode for the computing device when the computing device stops receiving the sound.

Abstract: A sprinkler assembly guard includes a base, a plurality of protective members, and at least one clip member. The base has a plurality of base members centered about a central axis. Each of the protective members having a first portion radially spaced from the central axis and a second portion affixed to one of the base members and extending radially toward the central axis, the first portions of the plurality of protective members being angularly spaced about the central axis to define a cage volume for housing a sprinkler assembly. The at least one clip member is engaged with the protective members to draw the base members radially inward. The second portion of at least one of the protective members includes a securement member extending from the second portion and axially spaced from the base to define a space therebetween for securely housing a portion of a sprinkler frame.

Abstract: A sprinkler assembly guard includes a base, a plurality of protective members, and at least one clip member. The base has a plurality of base members centered about a central axis. Each of the protective members having a first portion radially spaced from the central axis and a second portion affixed to one of the base members and extending radially toward the central axis, the first portions of the plurality of protective members being angularly spaced about the central axis to define a cage volume for housing a sprinkler assembly. The at least one clip member is engaged with the protective members to draw the base members radially inward. The second portion of at least one of the protective members includes a securement member extending from the second portion and axially spaced from the base to define a space therebetween for securely housing a portion of a sprinkler frame.

Abstract: A microcomputer-based controller has control outputs operably connected to a hydronic boiler of a building, a network connection for receiving weather forecast information from a meteorological server, and an input operably connected to an outside temperature transducer. The controller is configured to an appropriate set-point temperature for the boiler based on both the current outside temperature and a forecasted outdoor temperature from the meteorological server. Remote zone temperature sensors report zone temperatures to the controller, based on which further adjustment of the set point temperature are made if a notable number of zones all have temperatures notably shifted in a same direction from a normally expected zone temperature. The zone temperature sensors and controller are connected as nodes in a mesh network.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method of controlling operation of a heating and air conditioning system, said method automatically obtaining current and forecasted weather data from one or more internet based meteorological HTTP web servers, automatically controlling operation of the heating and air conditioning system based on the current and forecasted weather data and a current indoor temperature of an indoor environment relative to a desired set point temperature for said indoor environment. Variable hysteresis ranges and temperature set points are adjusted not only on the basis of the weather data, but also on an occupancy status of the indoor environment. Embodiments include weather anticipating thermostats and Package Terminal Air Conditioner controllers interacting with Status Interface Alarm Control Update Servers.

Abstract: A Dedicated Embedded Microcomputer Analyzer Sanitizer mounts a USB memory device or other non-volatile memory device on a dedicated microcomputer under restricted file permissions, and features a network connection for connecting said dedicated microcomputer to a network. The Analyzer Sanitizer displays its IP address or hostname when connected to the network, and hosts a web interface accessible by entering the IP address or hostname into a web browser of any computer connected to said network, thereby isolating said computer from any malicious self-executing software on the non-volatile memory. The web interface includes selectable options for downloading, uploading, wiping, recovering or analyzing data content on the non-volatile memory.

Abstract: A mold prevention or mitigation solution includes one or more humidity monitors installed in an indoor environment and operable to monitor a current relative therein, an alarm server communicable with said one or more humidity monitors over a data network, and a network connection by which the alarm server is communicable with one or more meteorological server that provides current weather data. The alarm server receives a current relative humidity value from the one or more humidity monitors, automatically obtains a current outdoor temperature from the meteorological server(s), automatically adjusts a humidity alarm set point based on the current outdoor temperature, and automatically compares the set point against the current relative humidity value to trigger an alert in the event that said current relative humidity value exceeds the humidity alarm set point.

Abstract: A microcomputer-based controller has control outputs operably connected to a hydronic boiler of a building, a network connection for receiving weather forecast information from a meteorological server, and an input operably connected to an outside temperature transducer. The controller is configured to an appropriate set-point temperature for the boiler based on both the current outside temperature and a forecasted outdoor temperature from the meteorological server. Remote zone temperature sensors report zone temperatures to the controller, based on which further adjustment of the set point temperature are made if a notable number of zones all have temperatures notably shifted in a same direction from a normally expected zone temperature. The zone temperature sensors and controller are connected as nodes in a mesh network.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method of controlling operation of a heating and air conditioning system, said method automatically obtaining current and forecasted weather data from one or more internet based meteorological HTTP web servers, automatically controlling operation of the heating and air conditioning system based on the current and forecasted weather data and a current indoor temperature of an indoor environment relative to a desired set point temperature for said indoor environment. Variable hysteresis ranges and temperature set points are adjusted not only on the basis of the weather data, but also on an occupancy status of the indoor environment. Embodiments include weather anticipating thermostats and Package Terminal Air Conditioner controllers interacting with Status Interface Alarm Control Update Servers.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a molded product comprising the steps of: providing a mold conforming to the shape of the product the mold serving to define one or more molding surfaces which are to be reproduced in an article formed via the mold; mounting in the mold an article including or forming an image comprising at least one device, logo, letter, word or words or combinations of these in such a way that most, if not all of the article lies within the mold out of contact with the or each molding surface; and injecting into the mold a supply of polymerisible material so as to immerse the article; the material, at least following polymerisation being flexible and so providing at least in part, a substantially transparent product; and withdrawing the product from the mold. Typically the step of providing product is directed to an article of footwear such as a shoe or swimming fin (also known as a flipper).

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a moulded product comprising the steps of; providing a mould conforming to the shape of the product the mould serving to define one or more moulding surfaces which are to be reproduced in an article formed by means of the mould; mounting in the mould an article including or forming an image comprising at least one device, logo, letter, word or words or combinations of these in such a way that most, if not all of the article lies within the mould out of contact with the or each moulding surface; and injecting into the mould a supply of polymerisible material so as to immerse the article; the material, at least following polymerisation being flexible and so providing at least in part, a substantially transparent product, and withdrawing the product from the mould. Typically the step of providing product is directed to an article of footwear such as a shoe or swimming fin (also known as a flipper).