Abstract: In some embodiments, a mobile cash change processing system for processing cash change to be returned to a user in return for cash payment transaction executed at a retailer location includes a server remotely operable to execute electronic monetary transactions between digitally stored accounts and having stored in association therewith: user account data associated with each of a plurality of registered user accounts; retailer account data associated with each of a plurality of registered retailer accounts; and sharing account data associated with each of a plurality of registered sharing accounts. The system further includes a digital mobile application operable on the user's mobile device to: invoke communication of a cash change return identifier to said server, receive identification of a sharing account associated with the retailer location; display a selectable sharing option to the user; and communicate user selection to said transaction server to invoke an electronic transfer of funds.

Abstract: Carbon dioxide reduction includes bonding CO2 with an activator so as to form an activated intermediate. An electrical potential is applied to the intermediate so as to cause reduction of the CO2 in the intermediate. The CO2 reduction generates an organic fuel and releases the activator from the intermediate. The use of the intermediate suppresses H+ reduction reactions that compete with generation of the desired fuel.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided to select strains of algal cells for biomass accumulation. Based on synthetic algae sample trajectories, an illumination profile is developed. Strains of algal cells co-cultured in a vessel can then be exposed to the illumination profile under controlled conditions. Properties of algae can be measured and superior strains selected for further cultivation and/or study.

Abstract: Methods, systems, and apparatus for migrating a database of a workflow processing system from a current version to a new version by serializing the data into serialized objects and then deserializing the objects into the new version of the database. The current version of the database may include elements of data associated with base features and extension features of the workflow processing system. The new version of the database is initially generated to include only base features associated with a new version of the programmed instructions of the system. Deserializing the serialized objects into the new version of the database is effective to merge the object types of the information in the current version of the database into the object type of the new version of the database.

Abstract: Provided are a method, system, and article of manufacture for automated creation and delivery for generating output material. A customer record is generated in a customer database to include fields specifying at least one product, customer preferences, and a selected output method to deliver generated output material on the product specified in the customer record. At least one customer record in the customer database is received to process. A template including at least one query of a content database is processed. The at least one query included in the template using at least one value from the customer record is executed against the content database to access at least one content file. The content of each accessed content file is generated into the output material. A determination is made of a selected one of a plurality of delivery options from the customer record. The output material is transmitted via the determined delivery option to the customer specified in the customer record.

Abstract: A computer system and method for collecting and processing user input in data fields is presented. A set of data fields is organized according to one or more contextual groupings and displayed to a user in a user interface display. As user input is received for the set of data fields, a validation component validates the inputted data. If any errors or inconsistencies are detected, a subset of the data fields corresponding to a contextual grouping of the erroneous data field(s) is presented in subsequent user interface display.

Abstract: A customer record is generated to include fields specifying at least one product, customer preferences, and a selected delivery option indicating a method to deliver generated output material on the product. A job record including a status field is added to a job status table and set to a first status. A first worker is invoked if the selected job has the first status to generate output material from processing the product and customer preference fields in the customer record for the selected job. The status for the selected job in the job status table is set to a second status after generating the output material with the first worker. A second worker is invoked if the selected job has the second status to determine whether a selected one of a plurality of delivery options from the customer record for the selected job and transmits the output material via the determined delivery option to the customer specified in the customer record.

Abstract: Disclosed is a workflow management system for creating and delivering output material. A customer record is generated to include fields specifying at least one product, customer preferences, and a selected output method to deliver generated output material on the product specified in the customer record. A job record including a status field is added to a job status table for the customer record. The added job record status is set to a first status. A selected job is processed in the job status table. A first worker is invoked if the selected job has the first status. The first worker generates output material from processing the product and customer preference fields in the customer record for the selected job. The status for the selected job in the job status table is set to a second status after generating the output material. A second worker is invoked if the selected job has the second status.

Abstract: A real-time event planning system and method provides an automated interface that enables an event planner to create and publish events for which participants can immediately register. The system is designed to allow the event planner to configure all the characteristics of the event in real-time without requiring outside intervention, such as external program downloads or live assistance. An event can be made immediately available for prospective event participants to register and pay for the event.

Abstract: A method and apparatus are provided for assigning tasks in a distributed system. The method comprises indicating to one or more remote systems in the distributed system that a task is available for processing based on a list identifying the one or more remote systems. The method further comprises receiving at least one response from the one or more remote systems capable of performing the task based on the indication. The method comprises allowing at least one of the remote systems to perform the task based on the at least one received response.

Abstract: A method, system and apparatus for estimating an SLA breach value. The method can include processing resource data to identify an acceptable SLA breach value; and, displaying the acceptable SLA breach value through a user interface. The processing step can include identifying a best practices SLA breach value based upon resource data for an aggregation of customers. Alternatively, the processing step can include identifying an average SLA breach value for a specific customer. As a further alternative, the identifying step can include identifying an average SLA breach value for a specific customer for a specific resource. As yet a further alternative, the processing step can include identifying an SLA breach value trend based upon past measured historical systems management data; and, predicting a future SLA breach value based upon the trend. In all cases, the acceptable SLA breach value can be increased by a fixed proportion.

Abstract: A coupling device formed from a first coupling member and a second coupling member with a clamping structure for axially clamping the coupling members. At least three prismatic pins project from the first coupling member each of which is provided with at least one prismatic surface at at least one of the sides of the prismatic pin, and wherein three spaced z-reference surfaces are formed from the first coupling member which extend within a common x-y-plane transverse to the clamping direction. At least three grooves are formed in the second coupling member which are disposed in correspondence to the position of the prismatic pins and which are provided with axially elastic elements for exact positioning the coupling members relative to each other within the x-y-plane. The z-reference surfaces are formed from the free end surfaces of the prismatic pins and z-counter reference surfaces are formed from the base of each groove.

Abstract: A skin tanning fixture which may be in the form of a couch with an adjustable cover makes use of a battery of light emitting tubes on the lower side over which is a translucent body supporting sheet. A comparable battery of light emitting tubes are arcuately disposed beneath a reflector on the underside of the cover and also protected by a translucent sheet. There is a greater number of tubes used on the cover than on the lower side and tubes on both sides are arranged in a compact relationship sufficient to generate an energy density of ultraviolet A light rays sufficient to build up a tanning effect in the skin in substantially greater proportion than the proportionate increase in the amount of energy density present due to an increase in the number of tubes.