Abstract: Image surveillance and reporting technology, in which an event that is indicative of potential physical activity within an area corresponding to a location of a camera unit is detected. In response to detection of the event, the camera unit is controlled to capture one or more images of the area corresponding to the location of the camera unit. The one or more images captured by the camera unit are analyzed to determine whether the one or more images include image data that is indicative of relevant physical activity within the area corresponding to the location of the camera unit. The one or more images are handled based on the determination of whether the one or more images include image data that is indicative of relevant physical activity within the area corresponding to the location of the camera unit.

Abstract: Video monitoring and alarm verification technology, in which a first connection is established between a first device and a camera located in a monitored property associated with a user of the first device and image data captured by the camera is received over the first connection and at the first device. A determination is made to establish a second connection with a second device that enables sharing of the received image data with the second device and, in response to the determination, the second connection is established between the first device and the second device. The received image data is shared with the second device over the second connection and the second device is restricted from directly accessing image data captured by the camera located in the monitored property.

Abstract: A suite of configurable supply chain infrastructure modules provides the “collective manufacturing management infrastructure” necessary to support a high velocity e-business initiative. At the core of the collaboration scheme is the Business Process Modeling Module. The Business Modeling Module consists of two components: Business Process Event Coordinator, and Business Process Modeler. To further support the collaborative scheme, a suite of highly configurable application templates and pre-configured industry applications provide an interface or wrapper around the business rules. The application templates are designed to be used as stand-alone components, or can be assembled/configured into a cohesive solution to provide a basic foundation layer for a Collaborative Manufacturing Execution System (CMES).

Abstract: Image surveillance and reporting technology, in which an event that is indicative of potential physical activity within an area corresponding to a location of a camera unit is detected. In response to detection of the event, the camera unit is controlled to capture one or more images of the area corresponding to the location of the camera unit. The one or more images captured by the camera unit are analyzed to determine whether the one or more images include image data that is indicative of relevant physical activity within the area corresponding to the location of the camera unit. The one or more images are handled based on the determination of whether the one or more images include image data that is indicative of relevant physical activity within the area corresponding to the location of the camera unit.

Abstract: Systems and methods for aggregating and presenting trade-in product information across multiple online channels are disclosed herein. A system for aggregating and presenting trade-in product information includes a dynamic pricing guide that determines an initial value for the trade-in product; a trade-in manager tool that accepts the trade-in product and provides comprehensive trade-in product information; a product profiler that provides product intelligence; a product profile manager tool that delivers real-time access to product information and collects product information; and an automatic merchandising agent for publishing trade-in product profiles across at least one marketplace.

Abstract: Systems and methods for determining a market price of a product are disclosed herein. A system for determining a market price for a product includes a dynamic pricing guide that determines an initial value of a trade-in product; a product profiler that provides product intelligence; a product profile manager tool that delivers real-time access to product information and collects product information; a trade-in manager tool that accepts, processes and manages the trade-in of the trade-in product; and an automatic merchandising agent for choosing a market price for the trade-in product.

Abstract: Systems and methods for determining at least one market to sell a trade-in product are disclosed herein. A system for determining at least one market to sell a trade-in product includes a dynamic pricing guide that determines an initial value for the trade-in product; a product profiler that provides product intelligence; a product profile manager tool that delivers real-time access to product information and collects product information; a trade-in manager tool that accepts, processes and manages the trade-in of the trade-in product; and an automatic merchandising agent for analyzing the product intelligence.

Abstract: Systems and methods for trading-in and selling merchandise using electronic commerce are disclosed herein. A system for trading-in and selling a product includes a dynamic pricing guide that determines an initial value of a trade-in product; a product profiler that provides product intelligence; a product profile manager tool that delivers real-time access to product information and collects product information; a trade-in manager tool that accepts, processes and manages the trade-in of the trade-in product; an automatic merchandising agent for locating at least one marketplace to sell the trade-in product; a smart syndicator for syndicating a product catalog of trade-in product profiles across multiple online channels; and a multi-channel merchandising manager tool that manages collection of metadata regarding sales cycle and marketplace performance for the trade-in product and updates the product catalog.

Abstract: Systems and methods for syndicating electronic commerce listings of merchandise are disclosed herein. A system for syndicating trade-in product profiles across multiple online channels includes a dynamic pricing guide that determines an initial value of a trade-in product; a product profiler that provides product intelligence; a product profile manager tool that delivers real-time access to product information and collects product information; a trade-in manager tool that accepts, processes and manages the trade-in of the product; an automatic merchandising agent for publishing trade-in product profiles across at least one marketplace; a smart syndicator for syndicating the trade-in product profiles across multiple online channels; and a multi-channel merchandising manager tool for sourcing and selling of the trade-in product in at least one marketplace.

Abstract: A computer-based data processing system is described that employs at least one remote sensing device or system capable of providing time-indexed 2D or 3D spatial location, and subsequently uses the location data and other measured or derived data to automatically detect, identify, extract and characterize performance features and outcomes for the purposes of derivative-based wagering and gaming. This patent describes a wagering model and user interface application which is in part similar to derivative-based financial securities trading, with specific application to sports wagering by employing real-time spatial tracking capability. A specific use of the present invention is to extend the presently established pari-mutuel wagering and totalisator systems used for thoroughbred horse racing. Additionally, the present invention has similar application to other sports as well as other performance-based events.

Abstract: A suite of configurable supply chain infrastructure modules provides the “collective manufacturing management infrastructure” necessary to support a high velocity e-business initiative. At the core of the collaboration scheme is the Business Process Modeling Module. The Business Modeling Module consists of two components: Business Process Event Coordinator, and Business Process Modeler. To further support the collaborative scheme, a suite of highly configurable application templates and pre-configured industry applications provide an interface or wrapper around the business rules. The application templates are designed to be used as stand-alone components, or can be assembled/configured into a cohesive solution to provide a basic foundation layer for a Collaborative Manufacturing Execution System (CMES).

Abstract: A computer-based data processing system is described that employs at least one remote sensing device or system capable of providing time-indexed 2D or 3D spatial location, and subsequently uses the location data and other measured or derived data to automatically detect, identify, extract and characterize distinctive athletic performance features such as start and finish times of training regiments (e.g. sprints on a racetrack). Performance data is archived for historical comparison. The preferred embodiment includes visualization media, such as digitized video or icon-based graphical rendering, such that recorded performance data and derived attributes can be associated and synchronized through a common time-index reference.

Abstract: A suite of configurable supply chain infrastructure modules provides the “collective manufacturing management infrastructure” necessary to support a high velocity e-business initiative. At the core of the collaboration scheme is the Business Process Modeling Module. The Business Modeling Module consists of two components: Business Process Event Coordinator, and Business Process Modeler. To further support the collaborative scheme, a suite of highly configurable application templates and pre-configured industry applications provide an interface or wrapper around the business rules. The application templates are designed to be used as stand-alone components, or can be assembled/configured into a cohesive solution to provide a basic foundation layer for a Collaborative Manufacturing Execution System (CMES).

Abstract: A computer-based system is described that provides users with the ability to develop high-fidelity digital quantitative representations of physical and chemical phenomena, and to employ an optimization-based approach to control associated physiochemical processes. The system includes a computational environment, intuitive user interface(s), integrated software libraries, analytical tools, and visualization/rendering engine that together provide an integrated framework for nanoscale modeling, analysis, simulation, and synthesis. Additionally, the system includes an optimal linear control synthesis methodology that incorporates a first order dynamic mathematical representation (of the conceptual molecular system) suitable for applying various pragmatic control system techniques including optimization of structured singular values, linear quadratic performance functions, Lyapunov criteria, or similar, for the purposes of nanoscale fabrication and molecular assembly.

Abstract: A system for controlling a fuel injector in accordance with an injection control strategy for an engine includes programmable control logic to provide selectable threshold signals for comparator circuits and/or control logic configured to receive various control signals in the control circuit and determine one or more timing signals. The programmable control logic allows the drive circuit to be modified, without changing any hardware, to accommodate injectors having different characteristics and to change the pulse modulation strategy. The control logic that receives the control signals produces injection timing signals to allow enhanced monitoring and control over the fuel injection process.

Abstract: A system for controlling a fuel injector in accordance with an injection control strategy for an engine includes programmable control logic to provide selectable threshold signals for comparator circuits and/or control logic configured to receive various control signals in the control circuit and determine one or more timing signals. The programmable control logic allows the drive circuit to be modified, without changing any hardware, to accommodate injectors having different characteristics and to change the pulse modulation strategy. The control logic that receives the control signals produces injection timing signals to allow enhanced monitoring and control over the fuel is injection process.

Abstract: A radio frequency positioning system is described that determines identity and positional data of numerous objects. The system includes a plurality of spread spectrum radio transceivers where at least one transceiver is positioned on each of the numerous objects. At least three spread spectrum radio transceivers transmit to and receive signals from the plurality of radio transceivers. A signal processor is coupled to the spread spectrum radio transceivers and determines the identity and the positional data of the objects.

Abstract: A system and method for dissipating thermal energy created by multiple electronic circuit boards packaged within a single housing and while in operation are disclosed. The system and method enhances heat convection and heat conduction across and through the housing. A heat conductive housing having a plurality of longitudinally extending fins for increasing the surface area of the housing and correspondingly increasing heat convection to the housing is utilized. Furthermore, the multiple electronic circuit boards are packaged such that a heat conductive path, defined by a thermally conductive material, is disposed between the plurality of electronic circuit boards. Finally, the heat conductive material is applied to the inner surface of the housing and between each of the electronic circuit boards. The present invention increases heat conduction of the thermal energy generated by the plurality of electronic circuit boards to the housing, thereby preventing circuit board damage.