Abstract: Modular lamps and methods for their use. The modular lamps include a body and a light source carried by the body. The body is configured to operate a flashlight as the light source and to allow the flashlight to be removed from the base for use separately from the base and reinstalled to the base for use as the light source. The body may be configured to interchangeably operate either the flashlight or a lightbulb as the light source. The modular lamps may include a lamp base configured to be placed on a support surface to maintain the body in an upright position. The modular lamps may include a shade to shade light emitted as by the light source.

Abstract: Modular tray systems and methods of using the modular tray systems to support a variety of items either in a free-standing orientation or by securing the modular tray system to a chair. Such a modular tray system includes a tray and one or more features for supporting the tray with or from the supporting structure. The tray has a tray member, a base member connected to the tray member, an upper surface, a lower surface, and first and second connecting features defined in, respectively, the tray member and the base member at the lower surface of the tray. The supporting features include at least one of a support rod and a support throne that have third connecting features that are complementary to each of the first and second connecting features of the tray.

Abstract: Modular lamps and methods for their use. The modular lamps include a body and a light source carried by the body. The body is configured to operate a flashlight as the light source and to allow the flashlight to be removed from the base for use separately from the base and reinstalled to the base for use as the light source. The body may be configured to interchangeably operate either the flashlight or a lightbulb as the light source. The modular lamps may include a lamp base configured to be placed on a support surface to maintain the body in an upright position. The modular lamps may include a shade to shade light emitted as by the light source.

Abstract: Modular tray and methods of using the modular tray to support various items by securing the modular tray to a structure in a cantilevered-type arrangement. The modular tray may include one or more of a junction member, a tray member, a cover member, a cylinder member, and a clamping unit. The modular tray can be secured to a structure with the clamping unit or the cylinder member so that one or more of the junction member, tray member, and cylinder member are cantilevered from the structure.

Abstract: Modular tray and methods of using the modular tray to support various items by securing the modular tray to a structure in a cantilevered-type arrangement. The modular tray may include one or more of a junction member, a tray member, a cover member, a cylinder member, and a clamping unit. The modular tray can be secured to a structure with the clamping unit or the cylinder member so that one or more of the junction member, tray member, and cylinder member are cantilevered from the structure.

Abstract: An electromechanical latch is described herein. The electromechanical latch is a dual-actuator latch, wherein a first actuator and a second actuator are driven with precise timing to move a first latch part relative to a second latch part, and vice versa. When the electromechanical latch is in a closed position, the first rotary latch part is positioned to prevent rotation of the second rotary latch part in a first direction. To transition the electromechanical latch from the closed position to an open position, the first actuator drives the first rotary latch part such that the second rotary latch part is able to rotate in the first direction. Thereafter, the second actuator drives the second rotary latch part in the first direction until the electromechanical latch is in the open position.

Abstract: A user interface for purchasing and redeeming lottery tickets, implemented through either a web-based application or a mobile application, where the application either resides on or communicates with a point of sale system on a lottery vendors server, and the lottery vendors server has no writable communication with the lottery facility where the winning numbers are determined and where lottery monies are held. The user interface also has several features that facilitate the automatic play of lottery games, and it can also be used to implement scratch-off type lottery games.

Abstract: A rotary mechanical latch for positive latching and unlatching of a rotary device with a latchable rotating assembly having a latching gear that can be driven to latched and unlatched states by a drive mechanism such as an electric motor. A cam arm affixed to the latching gear interfaces with leading and trailing latch cams affixed to a flange within the drive mechanism. The interaction of the cam arm with leading and trailing latch cams prevents rotation of the rotating assembly by external forces such as those due to vibration or tampering.

Abstract: The specification and drawing figures describe and show holder for a non-folding tool that includes a first case formed with a duct. The first case is connected to a deployment control unit detachably that is removably insertable in the first case. At least one second case is included that is formed with a cavity. A plurality of second cases are provided to accommodate varying dimensions of the non-folding tool. The second case is removably connectable to the first case. A tension membrane, slidably insertable into the first case, is provided for controlling movement of the tool within the holder. A variably positionable mounting assembly engageable with the holder and with a user is provided. This abstract is provided to comply with rules requiring an abstract that will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure, but this abstract is not to be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of any claim.

Abstract: A mixing system, apparatus and/or method. Pathogen reduction of and/or mixing storage solutions into blood or blood components are useful purposes for these. Squeezing or clapping devices may be used to activate the mixing process, as may rotational devices or laterally movable, rotational and/or orbital devices. Constriction elements may also be used to create useful vortex mixing actions. Photoradiation may be provided while the components continue to be mixed together for pathogen reduction of blood or blood components.

Abstract: A sealing clasp, according to the present invention, includes a plate formed with an opening. A slit is formed in the plate between the opening and at least one edge of the plate. One or more fins is formed monolithically in the opening. The one or more fins includes a semicircular projecting member. One or more restraining notches is also formed in the opening. One or more teeth may be formed in the opening.

Abstract: A sheath for a folding tool such as a folding knife that is variably positionable during use. A variably positionable knife, according to the present invention, includes a sheath formed with a cavity. At least one rail is formed in the cavity. A chamber juxtaposed to the cavity also is formed in the sheath. The chamber is substantially hollow, and is formed to allow removable insertion of a locking tongue. The locking tongue includes a dome segment that applies pressure on the rail. A disk is included. The disk is rotatably mountable on the sheath, and includes a plurality of pegs. A hole is formed in for insertion of a connector. A groove is formed in the disk. In addition, the sheath includes a plug formed with a slot. An elastic o-ring is placed in both the groove and slot. The sheath also includes a block formed with a plurality of apertures in which the pegs are positionable. A band is engaged with the block for securing the sheath on a user.

Abstract: A mixing system, apparatus and/or method. Pathogen reduction of and/or mixing storage solutions into blood or blood components are useful purposes for these. Squeezing or clapping devices may be used to activate the mixing process, as may rotational devices or laterally movable, rotational and/or orbital devices. Constriction elements may also be used to create useful vortex mixing actions. Photoradiation may be provided while the components continue to be mixed together for pathogen reduction of blood or blood components.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method and/or apparatus suitable for use in reduction of any pathogens in a fluid such as a biological fluid, or a fraction or component thereof, which may contain pathogens. The device may include a vessel having an inlet and an outlet and a passage which extends therebetween. The passage may have a wall which is substantially transparent to a pathogen reduction radiation. The passage contains a static mixer system which is formed and arranged for thoroughly mixing the fluid in use of the device so as to bring substantially the whole of the fluid into an irradiation zone extending along and in substantially direct proximity to the passage walls during passage between the inlet and the outlet to be expose the fluid to a similar substantial level of irradiation. The static mixer may include light transmissive blades.

Abstract: A sheath for a folding tool such as a folding knife that is variably positionable during use. A variably positionable knife, according to the present invention, includes a sheath formed with a cavity. At least one rail is formed in the cavity. A chamber juxtaposed to the cavity also is formed in the sheath. The chamber is substantially hollow, and is formed to allow removable insertion of a locking tongue. The locking tongue includes a dome segment that applies pressure on the rail. A disk is included. The disk is rotatably mountable on the sheath, and includes a plurality of pegs. A hole is formed in for insertion of a connector. A groove is formed in the disk. In addition, the sheath includes a plug formed with a slot. An elastic o-ring is placed in both the groove and slot. The sheath also includes a block formed with a plurality of apertures in which the pegs are positionable. A band is engaged with the block for securing the sheath on a user.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for controlling use of a knife is provided that includes a positionable detent mechanism. The detent mechanism is provided with a plate fixedly attached to a sheath. A hollow post with internal threads is inserted into the plate. A cavity is formed in the plate for holding a ball bearing and a wafer. The positionable detent mechanism also includes a disk with an orifice at the center that can be positioned over the post. Pegs are installed on the disk. Also, the disk includes a tapped hole and cap. A sheath is connected to the detent mechanism for holding the knife. A block is connected to the detent mechanism for orienting the sheath. A clip is provided for securing the apparatus on a belt or other object.

Abstract: An apparatus that can return a payload to a known orientation after unknown motion, without requiring external power or complex mechanical systems. The apparatus comprises a faceted cage that causes the system to rest in a stable position and orientation after arbitrary motion. A gimbal is mounted with the faceted cage and holds the payload, allowing the payload to move relative to the stable faceted cage. The payload is thereby placed in a known orientation by the interaction of gravity with the geometry of the faceted cage, the mass of the system, and the motion of the payload and gimbal. No additional energy, control, or mechanical actuation is required. The apparatus is suitable for use in applications requiring positioning of a payload to a known orientation after arbitrary or uncontrolled motion, including remote sensing and mobile robot applications.