Abstract: A method, computer program product, and computer system for building container images comprise a base container image control agent associated with a base container image and a build system control agent associated with a build system. A mutual negotiation protocol is facilitated between the base container image control agent and the build system control agent. A set of operation parameters is determined in response to facilitating the mutual negotiation protocol. Identified from the set of operation parameters a set of requirements for a new container image control agent. A new container image is generated based on the operation parameters to which the new container image control agent is associated.

Abstract: The present invention is a container system comprised of a ridged container, a dispenser that can be secured to a receptacle that is integral to the container and a closure, various methods of manufacturing the container and automated means of placing the dispenser on the receptacle. The container system is generally intended to store dry or granulated substances. The container has an integral receptacle to stow the dispenser. The receptacle has indexing features to aid automation. The dispenser has a coupling feature that engages the receptacle of the container as well guiding features to direct its travel during automation. The dispenser becomes trapped on the receptacle when the closure is in place. The means of automation uses the indexing features on the receptacle to orient the container and the guiding features on the dispenser to direct the dispenser onto the receptacle.

Abstract: The presently disclosed subject matter relates to a system for customizing a cosmetic product. The system includes: an interface device, in electronic communication with a single batch formulation device. The single batch formulation device is configured to formulate a customized cosmetic product, and a threaded container configured to be imported into the single batch formulation device containing a base and exported from the single batch formulation device containing the customized cosmetic.

Abstract: The presently disclosed subject matter relates to a system and method for customizing a cosmetic product. The system includes: an interface device, in electronic communication with a single batch cosmetic device. A container configured, to be imported into the single batch cosmetic device containing a base. The single batch cosmetic device configured to formulate a customized cosmetic product by mixing a cosmetic additive with the base inside the imported container using at least one mixing element. The container exported from the single batch cosmetic device containing the customized cosmetic.

Abstract: A service computing device is provided for efficiently authenticating, verifying, and distributing subtasks or microtasks in a peer-to-peer network or distributed network. Also provided are computing devices with varying capabilities with respect to the performance of such tasks, such that enhancing efficiency in the authentication, verification, and/or distribution may enhance device efficiency and/or overall network efficiency. Processors or processor elements many be configured with differing capabilities to perform various types of the subtasks or microtasks such that proper distribution of such subtasks and microtasks may be required for completion of a complex task with enhanced efficiency. Probabilistic authentication or classification-based verification may be employed by the service computing device in performing its functions.

Abstract: The presently disclosed subject matter relates to a system and method for customizing a cosmetic product. The system includes: an interface device, in electronic communication with a single batch cosmetic device. A container configured, to be imported into the single batch cosmetic device containing a base. The single batch cosmetic device configured to formulate a customized cosmetic product by mixing a cosmetic additive with the base inside the imported container using at least one mixing element. The container exported from the single batch cosmetic device containing the customized cosmetic.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for engaging, on behalf of a client computing device, one or more remote computing devices to perform a client directed task for a fee. The method comprising the steps of: receiving, from a client computing device, data indicative of a task to be performed; reviewing capabilities of the remote computing devices; selecting one or more suitable remote computing devices for performing at least a first subtask; negotiating, and reaching agreement, with selected remote computing devices on terms for performing the first subtask; verifying receipt of payment from a client, being associated with the client computing device; dispatching the first subtask; receiving a first result, from respective remote computing device; and providing payment to a remote provider, being associated with the remote computer device.

Abstract: The presently disclosed subject matter relates to a system for customizing a cosmetic product. The system includes: an interface device, in electronic communication with a single batch formulation device. The single batch formulation device is configured to formulate a customized cosmetic product, and a threaded container configured to be imported into the single batch formulation device containing a base and exported from the single batch formulation device containing the customized cosmetic.

Abstract: The presently disclosed subject matter relates to a system for customizing a cosmetic product. The system includes: an interface device, in electronic communication with a single batch formulation device. The single batch formulation device is configured to formulate a customized cosmetic product, and a threaded container configured to be imported into the single batch formulation device containing a base and exported from the single batch formulation device containing the customized cosmetic.

Abstract: The presently disclosed subject matter relates to a system for customizing a cosmetic product. The system includes: an interface device, in electronic communication with a single batch formulation device. The single batch formulation device is configured to formulate a customized cosmetic product, and a threaded container configured, to be imported into the single batch formulation device containing a base and exported from the single batch formulation device containing the customized cosmetic.

Abstract: The presently disclosed subject matter relates to a system for customizing a cosmetic product. The system includes: an interface device, in electronic communication with a single batch formulation device. The single batch formulation device is configured to formulate a customized cosmetic product, and a threaded container configured, to be imported into the single batch formulation device containing a base and exported from the single batch formulation device containing the customized cosmetic.

Abstract: The presently disclosed subject matter relates to a system for customizing a cosmetic product. The system includes: an interface device, in electronic communication with a single batch formulation device. The single batch formulation device is configured to formulate a customized cosmetic product, and a threaded container configured to be imported into the single batch formulation device containing a base and exported from the single batch formulation device containing the customized cosmetic.

Abstract: An abrasive sheet is described which is composed from a combination of an abrasive material and an abradable polymer composite wherein the abradable polymer composite comprises a layer of a first polymeric composition and conjoined thereto a layer of a second polymeric composition wherein the layer of said second polymeric composition is provided with a sensory cue.