Abstract: A respiratory assembly is provided. The assembly includes a base engaged with at least one connector and in fluid communication with a hose or fluid source for allowing the gaseous flowthrough between the at least one connector, the base and the hose or fluid source. The assembly further includes a pair of sockets engaged with the at least one connector, and a pair of posts, each post selectively engageable with at least one of the pair of sockets. Each post includes a flange that defines an opening therethrough, the openings in fluid communication with each corresponding socket of the pair of sockets. Each post further includes an adhesive adhered to each flange and configured for sealably engaging a patient's nare.

Abstract: A respiratory assembly is provided. The assembly includes a base engaged with at least one connector and in fluid communication with a hose or fluid source for allowing the gaseous flowthrough between the at least one connector, the base and the hose or fluid source. The assembly further includes a pair of sockets engaged with the at least one connector, and a pair of posts, each post selectively engageable with at least one of the pair of sockets. Each post includes a flange that defines an opening therethrough, the openings in fluid communication with each corresponding socket of the pair of sockets. Each post further includes an adhesive adhered to each flange and configured for sealably engaging a patient's nare.

Abstract: An extendable and retractable support stand for holding a parked vehicle such as a motorcycle, bicycle or similar vehicle which is otherwise unstable in an upright position. The support stand has the ability to be locked into place without the need for fixed locking positions by means of a tilted plate locking mechanism that can be operated by the operator using only one foot irrespective of the orientation of the support stand. The support members may include an outer telescoping member pivotally attach to the vehicle frame, an inner support member, a support pad, a running clutch mechanism that automatically locks the telescoping members, and a refraction spring to automatically return the stand to the minimum length when the clutch mechanism is disengaged.

Abstract: An extendable and retractable support stand for holding a parked vehicle such as a motorcycle, bicycle or similar vehicle which is otherwise unstable in an upright position. The support stand has the ability to be locked into place without the need for fixed locking positions by means of a tilted plate locking mechanism that can be operated by the operator using only one foot irrespective of the orientation of the support stand. The support members may include an outer telescoping member pivotally attach to the vehicle frame, an inner support member, a support pad, a running clutch mechanism that automatically locks the telescoping members, and a refraction spring to automatically return the stand to the minimum length when the clutch mechanism is disengaged.

Abstract: A method of monitoring a space to determine at least one change in state related to at least one activity includes analyzing an amount of water vapor in the air over time and relating a change in the amount of water vapor in the air over time to the at least one change in state. In a number of embodiments, the at least one change in state is related to a kitchen activity which causes a change in the amount of water vapor in the air. Changes in dew point over time may, for example, are determined. In a number of embodiments, changes in dew point over time are determined by measuring temperature and relative humidity over time and determining dew point from measured temperature and measured relative humidity. Changes in dew point over time may, for example, used to identify or distinguish the activity from a plurality of possible activities associated with the change in state.

Abstract: A sensor system to monitor water usage in a conduit system includes at least one acoustic sensor adapted to be placed in operative connection with a conduit of the conduit system, a power supply, a processor system in communicative connection with the acoustic sensor, and a communication system in communicative connection with the processor system. The sensor system is adapted to determine from output from the acoustic sensor at least start of flow and cessation of flow in the conduit system.

Abstract: A presence sensor system includes at least one resilient extending member defining an enclosed sensing volume. The sensing volume includes a fluid therein. A pressure within the sensing volume changes upon application of force to the extending member. The presence sensor system further includes a pressure sensor in fluid connection with the sensing volume, a processor system in communicative connection with the pressure sensor and a communication system in communicative connection with the processor system. In a number of embodiments, the presence sensor system is adapted to determine a pressure threshold associated with onset of presence after being placed in use.

Abstract: A fuse system for a hyperthermia apparatus may include a disposable reservoir cartridge configured to be used with a hyperthermia apparatus. The disposable reservoir cartridge may include at least a first lockout circuit and a second lockout circuit. The first lockout circuit may include a first fuse link, and the second lockout circuit may include a second fuse link. The fuse system may include a computing device in communication with the first lockout circuit and the second lockout circuit, and a computer-readable storage medium in communication with the computing device. The computer-readable storage medium may include one or more programming instructions for deactivating the first fuse link at a first time, and deactivating the second fuse link at a second time.

Abstract: A heating system for a hyperthermia apparatus may include a heater having a plurality of independently controllable heater elements located on one or more surfaces of the heater, and a temperature sensor associated with one or more of the heater elements. Each of the surfaces may be proximate to a reservoir cartridge. The heating system may include a computing device in communication with the temperature sensor. The computing device may be configured to adjust an amount of electrical current to the one or more heater elements associated with the temperature sensor based on a temperature reading received from the temperature sensor.

Abstract: A fuse system for use with a disposable component of a device may include a disposable component having at least a first lockout circuit and a second lockout circuit. The first lockout circuit may include a first fuse link, and the second lockout circuit may include a second fuse link. The fuse system may include a computing device in communication with the first lockout circuit and the second lockout circuit, and a computer-readable storage medium in communication with the computing device. The computer-readable storage medium may include one or more programming instructions for deactivating the first fuse link at a first time, and deactivating the second fuse link at a second time.

Abstract: A system for monitoring wellness of a person, includes a local system in the vicinity of the person. The local system includes a plurality of sensor systems. Each of the plurality of sensor systems is associated with at least one monitored system to monitor changes in state of the monitored systems caused by activity or lack of activity of the person. The local system further includes a local data communication device in communicative connection with each of the plurality of sensor system to receive data from each of the plurality of sensor systems. The system further includes a remote system in communication with the local data communication device. The remote system includes a processing system to process data from the plurality of sensor system based upon predetermined rules. The local data communication device is programmed to transmit data to the remote system. The data transmitted to the remote system includes information on state history of the monitored systems.

Abstract: Provided herein are exemplary embodiments of a weighing device comprising a bladder and a plurality of contact switches printed on the bladder. The bladder comprises a top and a bottom sheet of a suitable non porous material. The contact switches are made by printing a conductive pattern on one side of the bladder and printing conductive elements with leads or traces on the other side of the bladder. The two sides of the bladder are heat sealed together along the periphery of the bladder with the conductive portions facing each other. An inflation port is also formed in the periphery. In operation, the bladder is placed under an individual to be weighed. Next, the bladder is inflated using a gas. Finally, monitoring circuitry coupled to the bladder measures and records the pressure at the time each of the switches open due to the separation of the conductive portions.

Abstract: Provided herein are exemplary embodiments of a weighing device comprising a bladder and a plurality of contact switches printed on the bladder. The bladder comprises a top and a bottom sheet of a suitable non porous material. The contact switches are made by printing a conductive pattern on one side of the bladder and printing conductive elements with leads or traces on the other side of the bladder. The two sides of the bladder are heat sealed together along the periphery of the bladder with the conductive portions facing each other. An inflation port is also formed in the periphery. In operation, the bladder is placed under an individual to be weighed. Next, the bladder is inflated using a gas. Finally, monitoring circuitry coupled to the bladder measures and records the pressure at the time each of the switches open due to the separation of the conductive portions.