Abstract: A computer includes a processor and a memory, the memory storing instructions executable by the processor to receive a first message from a vehicle specifying an event in the vehicle; identify vehicle data to confirm or disprove the event in the vehicle; identify an application programming interface (API) in the vehicle to access at least some of the vehicle data; and transmit to the vehicle a second message including a query for the vehicle data according to the API.

Abstract: A computer includes a processor and a memory, the memory storing instructions executable by the processor to receive a first message from a vehicle specifying an event in the vehicle; identify vehicle data to confirm or disprove the event in the vehicle; identify an application programming interface (API) in the vehicle to access at least some of the vehicle data; and transmit to the vehicle a second message including a query for the vehicle data according to the API.

Abstract: A control server in communication with one or more a content delivery network (CDN) node and a client device may include a client controller configured to receive a plurality of manifests from the one or more CDN defining a plurality of content segments of a master content available at the CDN, and receive client information from the client device. The control server may generate, based on the client information, synchronized manifests for each of a plurality of client device media players of the client device to control synchronous display at the client device of a plurality of programs selected at the client device.

Abstract: A system includes a processor configured to, responsive to a request for data modification, present available data options. The processor is also configured to, responsive to selection of a data option, present a consideration modification. Further, responsive to a user data option election, the processor is configured to present an amended agreement reflecting the consideration modification. The processor is additionally configured to, responsive to user agreement to the amended agreement, create a revised document and create a time ordered, sequentially linked record of the request, selection, election, respective responsive presentations, agreement and creation.

Abstract: A control server in communication with one or more a content delivery network (CDN) node and a client device may include a client controller configured to receive a plurality of manifests from the one or more CDN defining a plurality of content segments of a master content available at the CDN, and receive client information from the client device. The control server may generate, based on the client information, synchronized manifests for each of a plurality of client device media players of the client device to control synchronous display at the client device of a plurality of programs selected at the client device.

Abstract: Disclosed is a control device for a serial network protocol controller configured to selectively disable control of a parameter of a controllable media device by at least one channel while the serial network protocol controller continues to transmit the at least one channel to the at least on serial network protocol controllable media device.

Abstract: A control server in communication with a content delivery network (CDN) node and a client device may include a client controller configured to receive a manifest from the CDN defining a plurality of content segments of a master content available at the CDN, and receive client information from the client device. The control server may generate, based on the client information, one player manifest for each of a plurality of client device media players of the client device to control access of each client device media player to appropriate ones of the plurality of content segments based on the client information.

Abstract: Disclosed is a control device for a serial network protocol controller configured to selectively disable control of a parameter of a controllable media device by at least one channel while the serial network protocol controller continues to transmit the at least one channel to the at least on serial network protocol controllable media device.

Abstract: A remote diagnostic system for remotely diagnosing and developing a dynamic system including a dynamic system being controlled by a first control system and a device model being controlled by a second control system. The device model simulates the dynamic system and inputs and corresponding outputs are recorded to test the control system and operation of the dynamic system. During operation the dynamic systems inputs and outputs are recorded. The dynamic system input and outputs may then be compared to the device model inputs and outputs to check the accuracy of the device model. The device model may then be updated based on the results of the comparison.

Abstract: Disclosed is a control device for a serial network protocol controller configured to selectively disable control of a parameter of a controllable media device by at least one channel while the serial network protocol controller continues to transmit the at least one channel to the at least on serial network protocol controllable media device.

Abstract: A remote diagnostic system for remotely diagnosing and developing a dynamic system including a dynamic system being controlled by a first control system and a device model being controlled by a second control system. The device model simulates the dynamic system and inputs and corresponding outputs are recorded to test the control system and operation of the dynamic system. During operation the dynamic systems inputs and outputs are recorded. The dynamic system input and outputs may then be compared to the device model inputs and outputs to check the accuracy of the device model. The device model may then be updated based on the results of the comparison.

Abstract: A patterning system includes transportable nodes, each having a unique identifier, and including an element having first and second states and a transceiver for receiving a element command signal. A transmitter sends a query command to the transportable nodes to validate the identifier against the database and activate validated transportable nodes to receive the signal. A controller sends the signal to activated transportable nodes to bring the plurality of nodes into one of their states to form a pattern. The controller can send pattern data to the transportable nodes, where each acts as a discrete part of an image array comprised of the transportable nodes, with each brought into one of its states in response to respective pattern data to create a pattern Methods include receiving identifying information from the transportable nodes, verifying if they are registered for a venue, and transmitting an element command signal to registered transportable nodes to create a pattern at the venue.

Abstract: Disclosed is a control device for a serial network protocol controller configured to selectively disable control of a parameter of a controllable media device by at least one channel while the serial network protocol controller continues to transmit the at least one channel to the at least on serial network protocol controllable media device.

Abstract: A fluid clarification system and method is described in which fluid is passed through one or more settling compartments, each having a solids outlet at the base of the compartment. The base of each compartment includes inclined surfaces for guiding settled solids to the outlet. Also described is a polymer reaction trough including baffles to promote gentle mixing of inflow fluid with flocculant. The system is designed to reduce costs of transportation, flocculant, and solids handling. The system is preferably arranged to facilitate transport on a skid or trailer, while maximizing fluid handling capabilities and minimizing costs.

Abstract: A fluid clarification system and method is described in which fluid is passed through one or more settling compartments, each having a solids outlet at the base of the compartment. The base of each compartment includes inclined surfaces for guiding settled solids to the outlet. Also described is a polymer reaction trough including baffles to promote gentle mixing of inflow fluid with flocculant. The system is designed to reduce costs of transportation, flocculant, and solids handling. The system is preferably arranged to facilitate transport on a skid or trailer, while maximizing fluid handling capabilities and minimizing costs.

Abstract: A fluid clarification system and method is described in which fluid is passed through one or more settling compartments, each having a solids outlet at the base of the compartment. The base of each compartment includes inclined surfaces for guiding settled solids to the outlet. Also described is a polymer reaction trough including baffles to promote gentle mixing of inflow fluid with flocculant. The system is designed to reduce costs of transportation, flocculent, and solids handling. The system is preferably arranged to facilitate transport on a skid or trailer, while maximizing fluid handling capabilities and minimizing costs.

Abstract: An automated foreclosure sale system [1000] employs a parsing engine [1200], which has pre-stored requirements relating to foreclosure sales of at least one jurisdiction. The system also employs an input collection device for collecting information required from Plaintiffs [131, 132], Sherriff's Office personnel [113] Government Office personnel [111] and Defendants [121, 123] which it stores in database [1400]. A scheduler [1300] checks to verify that there are no stays or continuances, if there are none, schedules the first available date for the foreclosure sale. A cost calculator [1700] collects financial information and creates a starting bid price. A handbill creation device [1600] collects publication requirements for the current jurisdiction from the parsing engine [1200] starting bid price from cost calculator [1700] and information from the database [1400] and creates a publication which is sent to publishers for publication of the sale.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus are described for marine asset security and tracking (MAST). A method includes transmitting identification data, location data and environmental state sensor data from a radio frequency tag. An apparatus includes a radio frequency tag that transmits identification data, location data and environmental state sensor data. Another method includes transmitting identification data and location data from a radio frequency tag using hybrid spread-spectrum modulation. Another apparatus includes a radio frequency tag that transmits both identification data and location data using hybrid spread-spectrum modulation.

Abstract: A fluid clarification system and method is described in which fluid is passed through one or more settling compartments, each having a solids outlet at the base of the compartment. The base of each compartment includes inclined surfaces for guiding settled solids to the outlet. Also described is a polymer reaction trough including baffles to promote gentle mixing of inflow fluid with flocculant. The system is designed to reduce costs of transportation, flocculent, and solids handling. The system is preferably arranged to facilitate transport on a skid or trailer, while maximizing fluid handling capabilities and minimizing costs.