Abstract: The present invention relates to a device and system for fixation of intra-articular and extra-articular fractures and non-unions of small bones and other small bone fragments, and more particularly to a threaded nail with a robust length and a trailing end with a cutting tip and longitudinal cutting flutes and a stepped diameter with cutting flutes at the transition point, and an optional cannulation along the central longitudinal axis of the nail.

Abstract: A method for controlling movement of at least one mover over a transport system is disclosed. The transport system includes (i) a plurality of tiles, wherein each of the plurality of tiles respectively includes at least one actuator for moving the at least one mover over the corresponding tile, and (ii) a control unit configured to actuate the at least one actuator of the corresponding tile to control movement of the at least one mover when the at least one mover is placed over the corresponding tile. The method includes (i) for each of the at least one mover, respectively determining over which of the plurality of tiles the corresponding mover is currently placed during movement of the corresponding mover, and (ii) for each of the at least one mover, respectively controlling movement of the corresponding mover by the control units of the tiles over which the corresponding mover is currently placed.

Abstract: A medical device includes a handle including a stationary body, a first movable body, and a second movable body; a control member coupled to the second movable body; an intermediate sheath coupled to the first movable body; an external sheath coupled to the stationary body; and an end effector. The end effector includes a first loop and a second loop. The first loop includes a first arm and a second arm, and the first arm is coupled to the intermediate sheath. The second arm is coupled to the control member, and the second arm includes a first plurality of teeth. The second loop includes a third arm and a fourth arm. The third arm is coupled to the intermediate sheath, and the fourth arm is coupled to the control member. The fourth arm includes a second plurality of teeth.

Abstract: A body support apparatus is disclosed. The body support apparatus may include a mounting surface configured to be disposed on a structure, such as a wall. The body support apparatus may further include a touch surface opposite to the mounting surface. The touch surface may include a textured hand support surface configured to provide support to a user while leaning against the structure. The touch surface may further include a handprint. The handprint may include a luminescent surface that may glow in dark ambient environment. The body support apparatus may further include a cleansing mechanism configured to clean the touch surface. The cleansing mechanism may include a disinfectant light mechanism configured to disinfect the touch surface using ultraviolet light.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel peptides that are derivatives of glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) analogues having improved physical stability in solution and a protracted profile of action. More particular the invention relates to such peptides that are agonists at the GIP receptor and to their use in weight management or for treatment of diseases such as obesity, diabetes or non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH).

Abstract: A conveyor oven for cooking food includes an oven chamber in which the food is cooked, a conveyor moveable to convey the food within the oven chamber, and a burner assembly operable to heat air for convection cooking of the food moving within the oven chamber on the conveyor. The burner assembly includes a heat source, a coiled air passage, and a suction box, the coiled air passage providing a circuitous heated air passage between the heat source and the suction box. A fan is configured to draw heated air from the suction box and exhaust the heated air into the oven chamber for convection cooking of the food moving through the oven chamber on the conveyor.

Abstract: The present disclosure described compositions which may be effective in removing contaminants from a gas stream such as nitrous oxides. The composition may include a sorbent which contains triethylenediamine and a metal including copper, zinc, or a combination thereof. Methods of making such a composition are also described, along with devices which use the composition to remove contaminants from fluid streams, particularly in vehicle tunnels and parking garages.

Abstract: A method and apparatus is disclosed relating to controlled environment agriculture (CEA), food processing facilities, and commercial kitchens. The inventive smart and scalable extreme vacuum cooling (EVC) equipment is based on a scalable and modular design that allows one or multiple food chamber modules to connect to one utility module so that all food chambers can share the available vacuum cooling capacity dynamically. A scalable EVC system can be built, shipped and assembled with as few as one food chamber module and one utility module to a number of food chamber modules and a utility module. The food chambers are designed with different sizes in dimension and power requirements but with the same interface to the utility module. In this way, multiple food chamber modules can operate for food rapid cooling and flavor infusion supported by only one utility module. In a CEA farm, leafy greens are harvested daily and need to be chilled rapidly to comply with USDA food safety standards.

Abstract: Embodiments described herein relate to a liquid handling apparatus, comprising: a capsule configured to store a liquid reagent; a liquid handling device, comprising: a first conduit in fluidic communication with a first port; and a second conduit in fluidic communication with a second port; and a capsule interface mechanism configured to create: a first opening in the capsule in fluidic communication with the first port; and a second opening in the capsule in fluidic communication with the second port; wherein creating the first opening and the second opening allows the liquid reagent to be removed from the capsule.

Abstract: An auricular device for noninvasive nerve stimulation can include a first portion configured to secure within an ear canal of a user and a second portion coupled with the first portion and configured to be placed within an car such as within the concha cymba. The second portion can include a nerve effector for modulation of (including but not limited to providing electrical stimulation to) a vagal nerve of the user. A hardware processor can generate a stimulation waveform that is gradual upon every stimulation burst. The second portion can include a first and second prong and the first portion can include an ear canal element. The auricular device can include a stem connected to the prongs, active and return electrodes coupled to the prongs, and a boss coupling the stem and the ear canal element together. The boss can allow the ear canal element and stem to rotate and move relative to one another.

Abstract: Described are exemplary embodiments of a syringe identification system for use with a positive displacement pipette, such as a handheld powered positive displacement pipette. An exemplary syringe identification system may include a sensor, such as a color sensor, that is located at or near a distal end of the pipette and arranged such that the sensor is operative to read an identifying marking(s) on a syringe that has been installed to the pipette. The sensor may be a color sensor having an illumination source and configured to read a color code on the syringe. The color code may be usable to identify the syringe to the pipette.

Abstract: The present disclosure pertains to cardiac pacing methods and systems, and, more particularly, to cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT). In particular, the present disclosure pertains to determining whether a patient is experiencing atrial fibrillation (AF). If the patient is experiencing AF, the efficacy of CRT is determined. A signal is sensed in response to a ventricular pacing stimulus. Through signal processing, a number of features are parsed from the signal and a determination is made as to whether the ventricular pacing stimulus evoked a response from the ventricle.

Abstract: Provided herein are an aluminum can end stock (CES) and methods for producing CES. The CES includes a laminated metal strip having a polymer film coating and beneficially exhibiting crazing resistance. In some cases, the crazing-resistant CES described herein also exhibit low feathering and high abrasion resistance. The laminated metal strip can include the laminated polymer coating on an interior-facing side of the metal strip. The laminated metal strip can further include a pretreatment coating between the polymer film coating and the metal strip. The CES is formed by laminating a polymer film to a side of the metal strip and annealing the laminated metal strip. In some cases, the polymer film laminated to the metal strip is a polyethylene terephthalate (PET) film.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device and system for fixation of intra-articular and extra-articular fractures and non-unions of small bones and other small bone fragments, and more particularly to a threaded nail with a robust length and a trailing end with a cutting tip and longitudinal cutting flutes and a stepped diameter with cutting flutes at the transition point, and an optional cannulation along the central longitudinal axis of the nail.

Abstract: Aspects of tire sensor auto-location are described. Timestamped tire acceleration values are received for a set of tire sensor devices. Each tire sensor device provides a tire-specific subset of the timestamped tire acceleration values. Vehicle configuration parameters are identified to define a number of rear axles and a number of tires or wheels on each side of each axle. The vehicle configuration parameters and the timestamped tire acceleration values are processed to identify and assign an axle position and a vehicle side position for each tire sensor device of the set of tire sensor devices.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a golf club head having an adjustable weight assembly. More specifically, the adjustable weight assembly utilizes a weight member that's secured via a fastener along various positions within an elongate channel.

Abstract: Aspects of tire sensor auto-location are described. Tire temperature values are received for a set of tire sensor devices. Each tire sensor device provides a tire-specific subset of the tire temperature values. A vehicle configuration indicates that the vehicle has a dual tire setup. The tire temperature values are processed to identify and assign a “dual tire” position indicating an inner position or an outer position for each tire sensor device.

Abstract: Apparatuses and methods for golf alignment training include a device, attachable to a golf club, for measuring a golfer's alignment by a plurality of sensors, including a magnetometer. A location-aware device is used to select an intended target line. The plurality of sensors measure the golfer's actual alignment, including the face angle of the golf club at address of the ball, and the actual alignment is compared to the intended target line to provide feedback and suggested improvements.

Abstract: Air cleaner assemblies, components therefor, and features thereof are described. Also described are methods of assembly and use. In depicted examples, the air cleaner assemblies and components optionally use advantageous housing seal features. Methods of assembly and use are described.

Abstract: Aspects of the subject disclosure may include, for example, determining a first virtual location of a first avatar of a first user within a virtual environment, determining a second virtual location a second avatar of a second user within the virtual environment that is in proximity to the first virtual location, and determining that the second user has an untrusted relationship with the first user. Further embodiments include presenting on a user interface of a first communication device of the first user a group of actions for restricting personal identifiable (PI) data of the first user presented by the first avatar in the virtual environment to the second user, receiving a selection of a first action from the group of actions for restricting the PI data, and restricting presentation of the PI data in the virtual environment according to the first action. Other embodiments are disclosed.