Abstract: A computer implemented method for adjusting a fastener setting tool, the method comprising: measuring a first parameter associated with a first characteristic of the fastener setting tool; comparing the first parameter to a predetermined parameter, wherein the difference between the first parameter and the predetermined parameter represents a condition of the fastener setting tool; calculating an adjustment based on the comparison, wherein the adjustment is to the first characteristic of the fastener setting tool and/or to a second characteristic of the fastener setting tool, the adjustment configured to compensate for the condition of the tool; and applying said adjustment to the fastener setting tool.

Abstract: An optoelectronic computing system includes a first semiconductor die having a photonic integrated circuit (PIC) and a second semiconductor die having an electronic integrated circuit (EIC). The PIC includes optical waveguides, in which input values are encoded on respective optical signals carried by the optical waveguides. The PIC includes an optical copying distribution network having optical splitters. The PIC includes an array of optoelectronic circuitry sections, each receiving an optical wave from one of the output ports of the optical copying distribution network, and each optoelectronic circuitry section includes: at least one photodetector detecting at least one optical wave from the optoelectronic operation. The EIC includes electrical input ports receiving respective electrical values.

Abstract: An optoelectronic computing system includes a first semiconductor die having a photonic integrated circuit (PIC) and a second semiconductor die having an electronic integrated circuit (EIC). The PIC includes optical waveguides, in which input values are encoded on respective optical signals carried by the optical waveguides. The PIC includes an optical copying distribution network having optical splitters. The PIC includes an array of optoelectronic circuitry sections, each receiving an optical wave from one of the output ports of the optical copying distribution network, and each optoelectronic circuitry section includes: at least one photodetector detecting at least one optical wave from the optoelectronic operation. The EIC includes electrical input ports receiving respective electrical values.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a drill head design for powered tools. The drill head includes a coupling portion for securely and mechanically coupling to an air-powered tool, the coupling portion has a female port for receiving the gear drive from the air-powered tool. The drill head has a chuck portion that releasably holds a drill bit for performing assembling, drilling, cutting, and more without using large and bulky drills. The drill is releasably attached to the air-powered tool and comes in a variety of shapes and sizes. The drill head is configured to convert any air-powered tool into a drilling tool and enables the users to drill faster, accommodate smaller angles, and reach into confined spaces.

Abstract: A system for providing and insuring a public service that includes a plurality of computing devices, each in communication with a user is disclosed. The computing devices include a processor configured to perform a set of instructions stored in a database, which is in operable communication with an application. An insurance provider is in operable communication with the application. The insurance provider provides insurance coverage for one or more predetermined parameters related to a predefined service. A financial institution is in operable communication with the user and is configured to send and receive a payment for the predefined service.

Abstract: An optoelectronic computing system includes a first semiconductor die having a photonic integrated circuit (PIC) and a second semiconductor die having an electronic integrated circuit (EIC). The PIC includes optical waveguides, in which input values are encoded on respective optical signals carried by the optical waveguides. The PIC includes an optical copying distribution network having optical splitters. The PIC includes an array of optoelectronic circuitry sections, each receiving an optical wave from one of the output ports of the optical copying distribution network, and each optoelectronic circuitry section includes: at least one photodetector detecting at least one optical wave from the optoelectronic operation. The EIC includes electrical input ports receiving respective electrical values.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a pelletised mineral product, the method comprising: in a first mixing step, forming a first mixture by mixing the evaporite mineral with non-gelatinised starch under conditions that are insufficient to substantially gelatinise the starch; in a second mixing step, forming a second mixture by mixing the first mixture under conditions that are sufficient to substantially gelatinise the starch comprised within the first mixture; and forming the second mixture into pellets.

Abstract: A system for providing and insuring a public service that includes a plurality of computing devices, each in communication with a user is disclosed. The computing devices include a processor configured to perform a set of instructions stored in a database, which is in operable communication with an application. An insurance provider is in operable communication with the application. The insurance provider provides insurance coverage for one or more predetermined parameters related to a predefined service. A financial institution is in operable communication with the user and is configured to send and receive a payment for the predefined service.

Abstract: A method for forming a pelletised evaporite mineral product, the method comprising: pulverising an evaporite mineral feedstock to form a dry powder, mixing the dry powder with a binder in the presence of a liquid to form an intermediate blend; and processing the intermediate blend using a pelletiser to form pellets principally composed of the evaporite mineral.

Abstract: A method for forming a pelletised evaporite mineral product, the method comprising: pulverising an evaporite mineral feedstock to form a dry powder, mixing the dry powder with a binder in the presence of a liquid to form an intermediate blend; and processing the intermediate blend using a pelletiser to form pellets principally composed of the evaporite mineral.

Abstract: A fertilizer product in the form of pellets comprising: at least 80% by mass of an evaporite mineral powder having a mean grain size in the range from 50 to 400 pm; and a binder; the pellets having a compression strength greater than 2 kgf. A coated seed product comprising at least one plant seed and a coating adhered to the exterior of the plant seed, comprising an evaporite material.

Abstract: A method for forming a pelletized evaporite mineral product, the method comprising: pulverizing an evaporite mineral feedstock to form a dry powder; mixing the dry powder with a binder in the presence of a liquid to form an intermediate blend; and processing the intermediate blend using a pelletizer to form pellets principally composed of the evaporite mineral.

Abstract: A method for forming a pelletized evaporite mineral product, the method comprising: forming a material comprising a liquid and at least 50% by mass of an evaporite mineral powder; and processing the material using a pan pelletizer to form pellets comprising the material, the pan pelletizer being configured so that the mean dwell time of the material in the pan of the pelletizer is in the range from 60 to 120 seconds and the mean diameter of the pellets formed by the pelletizer is in the range from 1 to 8 mm.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a pelletised mineral product, the method comprising: in a first mixing step, forming a first mixture by mixing the evaporite mineral with non- gelatinised starch under conditions that are insufficient to substantially gelatinise the starch; in a second mixing step, forming a second mixture by mixing the first mixture under conditions that are sufficient to substantially gelatinise the starch comprised within the first mixture; and forming the second mixture into pellets.

Abstract: A method for forming a pelletised evaporite mineral product, the method comprising: forming a material comprising a liquid and at least 50% by mass of an evaporite mineral powder; and processing the material using a pan pelletiser to form pellets comprising the material, the pan pelletiser being configured so that the mean dwell time of the material in the pan of the pelletiser is in the range from 60 to 120 seconds and the mean diameter of the pellets formed by the pelletiser is in the range from 1 to 8 mm.

Abstract: A method for forming a pelletised evaporite mineral product, the method comprising: pulverising an evaporite mineral feedstock to form a dry powder; mixing the dry powder with a binder in the presence of a liquid to form an intermediate blend; and processing the intermediate blend using a pelletiser to form pellets principally composed of the evaporite mineral.

Abstract: A fertiliser product in the form of pellets comprising: at least 80% by mass of an evaporite mineral powder having a mean grain size in the range from 50 to 400 pm; and a binder; the pellets having a compression strength greater than 2 kgf. A coated seed product comprising at least one plant seed and a coating adhered to the exterior of the plant seed, comprising an evaporite material.

Abstract: A communication system includes a host device and a peripheral device. The host device includes a data terminal and a power terminal. A data conductor extends between the host device and the peripheral device. The data conductor is configured to channel data between the data terminal and the peripheral device. A power conductor extends between the host device and the peripheral device. The power conductor is configured to channel power between the power terminal and the peripheral device. A zener diode couples the data conductor to the power conductor. The zener diode is configured to control a voltage channeled between the host device and the peripheral device while data is channeled through the data conductor at a desired speed that is greater than a predetermined threshold.

Abstract: A communication system includes a host device and a peripheral device. The host device includes a data terminal and a power terminal. A data conductor extends between the host device and the peripheral device. The data conductor is configured to channel data between the data terminal and the peripheral device. A power conductor extends between the host device and the peripheral device. The power conductor is configured to channel power between the power terminal and the peripheral device. A zener diode couples the data conductor to the power conductor. The zener diode is configured to control a voltage channeled between the host device and the peripheral device while data is channeled through the data conductor at a desired speed that is greater than a predetermined threshold.