Abstract: Systems and methods for the real time augmented reality selection of user fitted eyeglass frames for additive manufacture are provided. 3D design files for additive manufacturing and corresponding 3D visual renderings for an augmented reality display of fitted eyeglass frames are provided using a digital inventory. Users may try-on the fitted eyeglass frames in real time using augmented reality and efficiently manufacture the eyeglass frames using 3D printing.

Abstract: A clamping tool (1) is disclosed suitable for securing underwater protective shields, jackets and covers. A system is also described comprising the clamping tool and a protective shield, jacket or cover. The clamping tool (1) comprises a clamp (2), a jaw attachment (12) and a plurality of locking bolts (46). The clamp (2) comprises a first claw (20), a second claw (22), and a pivot (3). The jaw attachment (12) comprises a first tube (40) connected to the first claw (20) and a second tube (42) connected to the second claw (22). The first tube (40) and the second tube (42) comprise a plurality of holes (44) for receiving the plurality of locking bolts (46) and the pivot (3) is configured to transform a rotational torque applied by a user into a clamping pressure of the jaw attachment (12).

Abstract: A clamping tool (1) is disclosed suitable for securing underwater protective shields, jackets and covers. A system is also described comprising the clamping tool and a protective shield, jacket or cover. The clamping tool (1) comprises a clamp (2), a jaw attachment (12) and a plurality of locking bolts (46). The clamp (2) comprises a first claw (20), a second claw (22), and a pivot (3). The jaw attachment (12) comprises a first tube (40) connected to the first claw (20) and a second tube (42) connected to the second claw (22). The first tube (40) and the second tube (42) comprise a plurality of holes (44) for receiving the plurality of locking bolts (46) and the pivot (3) is configured to transform a rotational torque applied by a user into a clamping pressure of the jaw attachment (12).

Abstract: The invention provides a method of manufacturing a stent (12) using a three dimensional (3D) printer. The invention also extends to 3D printed stents and second medical uses of such stents. The invention also extends to electric signals carrying computer-executable instructions adapted to cause a 3D printer to print a stent, computer-readable programs and computer-readable mediums.

Abstract: The invention provides a method of manufacturing a stent (12) using a three dimensional (3D) printer. The invention also extends to 3D printed stents and second medical uses of such stents. The invention also extends to electric signals carrying computer-executable instructions adapted to cause a 3D printer to print a stent, computer-readable programs and computer-readable mediums.

Abstract: MCR provided estimated pure component time series spectra as extracted from infrared or other spectroscopy is capable of being compared to spectra in a reference library to find the best matches. The best match spectra can then each in turn be combined with the reference spectra, with the combinations also being screened for best matches versus any one of the estimated pure component time series spectra. These resulting best matches can then also undergo the foregoing combination and comparison steps. The process can repeat in this manner in an unbounded fashion if desired until an appropriate stopping point is reached, for example, when a desired number of best matches are identified, when some predetermined number of iterations has been performed, etc. This methodology is able to return best-match spectra with far fewer computational steps and greater speed than if all possible combinations of reference spectra are considered.

Abstract: A novel emission and transmission optical spectrometer is introduced herein, which is capable of optically interrogating solid or liquid samples of organic, inorganic or polymeric chemistry, for pharmaceutical research, forensic and liquid analyses, used for identification, purity check, and/or structural study of chemicals. The beneficial aspects of the system are a single sample compartment as confined within the walls of the spectrometer housing, a more compact accessory, and the capability of making both emission (e.g., Raman and Fluorescence) and Infrared (IR, NIR) transmission measurements at designed sample points.

Abstract: The present application is directed to a novel spectrometer configured with a built-in attenuated total reflectance (ATR) and accessory compartment. In particular, an arranged sample analysis compartment provided by the spectrometer performs attenuated total reflectance analysis of a sample and includes a crystal, a tip configured to press the sample against the crystal, and a detector configured to detect light after reflection within the crystal. As part of the configuration, an actuator moves an optical element between a first position wherein the optical element receives modulated light and reflects the modulated light toward the crystal and a second position wherein the optical element does not receive the modulated light so as to instead allow an additionally configured optical component to receive the modulated light.

Abstract: MCR provided estimated pure component time series spectra as extracted from infrared or other spectroscopy is capable of being compared to spectra in a reference library to find the best matches. The best match spectra can then each in turn be combined with the reference spectra, with the combinations also being screened for best matches versus any one of the estimated pure component time series spectra. These resulting best matches can then also undergo the foregoing combination and comparison steps. The process can repeat in this manner in an unbounded fashion if desired until an appropriate stopping point is reached, for example, when a desired number of best matches are identified, when some predetermined number of iterations has been performed, etc. This methodology is able to return best-match spectra with far fewer computational steps and greater speed than if all possible combinations of reference spectra are considered.

Abstract: A novel emission and transmission optical spectrometer is introduced herein, which is capable of optically interrogating solid or liquid samples of organic, inorganic or polymeric chemistry, for pharmaceutical research, forensic and liquid analyses, used for identification, purity check, and/or structural study of chemicals. The beneficial aspects of the system are a single sample compartment as confined within the walls of the spectrometer housing, a more compact accessory, and the capability of making both emission (e.g., Raman and Fluorescence) and Infrared (IR, NIR) transmission measurements at designed sample points.

Abstract: A plastic jacket that is used for repairing underwater or on ground support piles that have corroded by the wave action at the water line, by a tidal zone or natural salty air corrosion, respectively. The jacket consists of a cylindrical wall having annular corrugations on its exterior surface. The cylindrical wall has a longitudinal cut along its length to exhibit two opposing edges. A seal is placed between the opposing edges. Opposite from the longitudinal cut there is a V-shaped through the corrugations to the cylindrical wall to create a living hinge in the plastic material of the wall. Banding is provided to pull the opposing edges into a tight relationship and trapping the seal there between. The V-shaped cuts enable the jacket to be opened and placed around a damaged pile in spite of the corrugations which prevent such an opening. It is preferred that the material of the jacket be made of a transparent material.

Abstract: The invention relates to a plastic jacket that is used for repairing underwater or on ground support piles that have been corroded by the wave action at the waterline, by a tidal zone or natural salty air corrosion, respectively. The jacket consists of a cylindrical wall having annular corrugations on its exterior surface. The cylindrical wall has a longitudinal cut along its length to exhibit two opposing edges. A seal is placed between the opposing edges. Opposite from the longitudinal cut there is a V-shaped cut through the corrugations to the cylindrical wall to create a living hinge in the plastic material of the wall. Banding is provided to pull the opposing edges into a tight relationship and trapping the seal there between. The V-shaped cuts enable the jacket to be opened and placed around a damaged pile in spite of the corrugations which would prevent such an opening. It is preferred that the material of the jacket be made of an opaque material.

Abstract: The invention relates to a plastic jacket that is used for repairing underwater piles that have been corroded by the wave action at the waterline or by a tidal zone. The jacket consists of a cylindrical wall having annular corrugations on its exterior surface. The cylindrical wall has a longitudinal cut along its length to exhibit two opposing edges. A seal is placed between the opposing edges. Opposite from the longitudinal cut there is a V-shaped cut through the corrugations to the cylindrical wall to create a living hinge in the plastic material of the wall. Banding is provided to pull the opposing edges into a tight relationship and trapping the seal there between. The V-shaped cuts enable the jacket to be opened and placed around a damaged pile in spite of the corrugations which would prevent such an opening.

Abstract: The stability of floating structures is determined using a plurality of changes in weight distribution and by processing the resulting signals from two inclinometers arranged so as to measure the inclination about two orthongonal non-vertical axes. The inclinometer axes need not coincide with the structre axes as any divergence is compensated by the specified signal processing steps.