Abstract: In one aspect, an actuator for actuating a device comprises driving means adapted to be operatively connected to the device, and operable to receive a reaction element for engaging the device. The driving means further comprises an output adapted to be operatively engaged with the device for actuation of the device whilst the reaction element is engaging the device.

Abstract: This document describes a mobile cleaning robot including a chassis having a forward portion and an aft portion; a blower affixed to the chassis; a bin supported by the chassis and configured to receive airflow from the blower, the chassis enabling evacuation of the bin through a bottom of the robot. The bin includes a top, a bottom, a sidewall, and an internal barrier. The bin includes a first volume and a second volume separated by the internal barrier and a filter unit supported by the internal barrier and removably disposed in an airflow path between the first volume that includes an intake port in the bin and the second volume that includes an exhaust port in the bin.

Abstract: A colored/glow attractant in a spiral or helical shape that may be added to fishing line at any desired point in the length of the line without the necessity of cutting the fishing line. The invention provides convenience in the ability to change colors or glow materials without cutting the fishing line, tying knots, or fumbling around with additional parts. Attachment and removal of the device will not damage the fishing line or the device and will be achieved by winding the fishing line in the spaces between the turns or coils of the spiral, spherical, or helical device. This device is free to slide along the line after being wound around the fishing line. The spiral device itself is made of flexible or rigid filament. This filament may be plastic, nylon, silicon or other materials in either solid material or a hollow tube of illuminating substance of small diameter.

Abstract: A centering post assembly includes an adapter that has a coupling section, a receiver section and a disk section extending between the coupling section and the receiver section. The coupling section has a pre-determined diameter for inserting into a bolt hole in a backing plate of an angled power tool. The receiver section has a pre-determined diameter for inserting into a center hole of a polishing pad thereby facilitating the polishing pad to be centered on the backing plate. The disk section is strategically positioned between the coupling section and the receiver section to extend a pre-determined distance into the bolt hole in the backing plate.

Abstract: In one aspect, a system (110) for performing an action is disclosed. In one arrangement and embodiment, the system (110) comprises: a tool (118) operable to perform at least the action; a controller (122); storage (124) storing electronic program instructions for controlling the controller (122); and an input/output means (126). In one form, the controller (122) is operable, under control of the electronic program instructions, to: receive input via the input means; process the input, and on the basis of the processing, control the tool to perform the action. In one embodiment, the action comprises a hydraulic tuning action in respect of a system, such as a hydraulic pump (114), comprising a hydraulic circuit.

Abstract: In one aspect, an actuator for actuating a device comprises driving means adapted to be operatively connected to the device, and operable to receive a reaction element for engaging the device. The driving means further comprises an output adapted to be operatively engaged with the device for actuation of the device whilst the reaction element is engaging the device.

Abstract: In one aspect, a system (110) for performing an action is disclosed. In one arrangement and embodiment, the system (110) comprises: a tool (118) operable to perform at least the action; a controller (122); storage (124) storing electronic program instructions for controlling the controller (122); and an input/output means (126). In one form, the controller (122) is operable, under control of the electronic program instructions, to: receive input via the input means; process the input, and on the basis of the processing, control the tool to perform the action. In one embodiment, the action comprises a hydraulic tuning action in respect of a system, such as a hydraulic pump (114), comprising a hydraulic circuit.

Abstract: A corkscrew includes a main body, a grip moveably connected with the main body, a lever moveably connected with the main body, a worm operably connected with the lever, and a wrapper cutter detachably connected with the main body. The grip and the main body define a space configured to receive a neck of an associated bottle, such as a wine bottle. The worm connects with the lever such that movement of the lever results in movement of the worm. The wrapper cutter includes a cutting element for cutting a wrapper surrounding the neck of the associated bottle.

Abstract: Aspects of the disclosure relate to a bandwidth adaptive communication event scheduling system. The system can provide an availability recommendation for a communication event based on bandwidth usage. A user can request to schedule a communication event at a future time based on the availability recommendation, and the system can determine whether to approve or deny the request based the details of the request and predicted or real-time bandwidth usage.

Abstract: Systems and methods for using proximity positioning systems to determine an identity and location of a user, and process a pre-staged transaction based on the determined information are provided. In some examples, a transaction may be initiated by a user. A financial institution may pre-process the transaction and, upon establishing a physical presence of the user at a banking center, may further process and/or complete the transaction. The physical presence of the user may be established based on a signal from a location beacon at the banking center being detected by a personal computing device of the user. Because the personal computing device is within a predefined proximity of the location beacon in order to detect the signal, the location of the location beacon, and, thus the personal computing device may be determined, and an identity of the user may be determined.

Abstract: Multi-component materials are substantially homogeneous and fully curable and comprise an elastic filler, an isocyanate curing agent, and a polyol resin ingredient that when combined produce a polymeric matrix, polyurethane and/or polyurea, having the filler dispersed therein. The material has a variation in polyisocyanate weight ratio of up to 350%. The filler is ground rubber tire particles sized 20 mesh or smaller. The mix weight ratio of the curing agent to resin ingredient is from about 40:100 to 140:100. The material is made and dispensed using a system configured to combine a heated mixture of the resin and filler with the curing agent at a desired variable mix ratio. A controller is used to provide the desired mix ratio and permits “on the fly” adjustment of the mix ratio while the resin and curing agent is being dispensed.

Abstract: Aspects of the disclosure relate to a bandwidth adaptive communication event scheduling system. The system can provide an availability recommendation for a communication event based on bandwidth usage. A user can request to schedule a communication event at a future time based on the availability recommendation, and the system can determine whether to approve or deny the request based the details of the request and predicted or real-time bandwidth usage.

Abstract: A corkscrew includes a main body, a grip moveably connected with the main body, a lever moveably connected with the main body, a worm operably connected with the lever, and a wrapper cutter detachably connected with the main body. The grip and the main body define a space configured to receive a neck of an associated bottle, such as a wine bottle. The worm connects with the lever such that movement of the lever results in movement of the worm. The wrapper cutter includes a cutting element for cutting a wrapper surrounding the neck of the associated bottle.

Abstract: A computing platform may receive a plurality of messages comprising data indicating physical presence of customers of a financial institution at a physical banking center location of the financial institution from an indoor positioning system located at the physical banking center location of the financial institution. Responsive to determining that the number of customers known to be currently located at the physical banking center location of the financial institution exceeds a threshold associated with the physical banking center location of the financial institution, the computing platform may identify an alternate mode of servicing at least one customer of the customers of the financial institution at the physical banking center location of the financial institution.

Abstract: Systems and methods for using proximity positioning systems to determine an identity and location of a user, and process a pre-staged transaction based on the determined information are provided. In some examples, a transaction may be initiated by a user. A financial institution may pre-process the transaction and, upon establishing a physical presence of the user at a banking center, may further process and/or complete the transaction. The physical presence of the user may be established based on a signal from a location beacon at the banking center being detected by a personal computing device of the user. Because the personal computing device is within a predefined proximity of the location beacon in order to detect the signal, the location of the location beacon, and, thus the personal computing device may be determined, and an identity of the user may be determined.

Abstract: A game performed within a playing area includes a home run area, a first diamond, a second diamond, a third diamond, and a home diamond. The game is performed between two opposing teams, wherein the regulation game piece is a flying disc. Each team attempts to accumulate a maximum number of points during at least one inning which includes two game sessions. The offense and defense switch roles in each of the two game sessions. During each game session, the team playing defense repeats a pitching process and a fielding process. In response, the offense repeats a flinging process and a diamond advancing process. At the conclusion of a predetermined number of innings, the winner is decided based on the number of points accumulated during each inning. If a regulated score is equal for the two opposing teams, the game continues into a sudden death situation.