Abstract: This application is drawn to methods for identifying three-dimensional objects. Methods disclosed herein may include converting 3D model data to a set of simple surfaces, and generating searchable parameters from the image data and/or the simple surfaces. The searchable parameters may be stored in a database as metadata. A searcher may construct a search query by providing 3D model data from which search parameters and features may be extracted and used to formulate a query.

Abstract: A three-dimensional scan editing method can include providing a set of three-dimensional model data defining a three-dimensional subject, and displaying the data as a reconstructed image. A user may select one or more voxels and change its state to over-writable. The state change may be reflected by a visual cue such as color or transparency. An image capture device may be provided and its field of view may be co-registered with the selected voxels. The user may then acquire new 3D model data with the device and overwrite the selected voxels with the new data.

Abstract: An area of a composite laminate structure is reworked by scarfing the area, generating a 3-D map of the scarfed area, and installing a rework patch that is built based on the 3-D map.

Abstract: A method and apparatus may be present for managing rework. A section in a platform having a number of composite materials needing a rework may be identified to form an identified section. A selected rework process to perform the rework of the identified section may be identified. The selected rework process may comprise a process to bond a patch to the identified section. A computer system may perform a simulation of the selected rework process to determine whether the selected rework process provides the rework for the identified section. The simulation may include a thermal analysis. The thermal analysis may take into account a number of structures associated with the identified section. The number of structures associated with the identified section may be located within a distance of the identified section such that the number of structures affect or are affected by bonding of the patch to the identified section.

Abstract: A patch may be used to rework a composite structure in the field. The patch is bonded to the structure by a layer of adhesive and includes perforations that allow the escape of air from the adhesive as the patch is compressed against the structure. A spacer may be introduced between the patch and the structure to control the thickness of the adhesive layer.

Abstract: A method of permanent impairment assessment of a person's upper limb and/or hand is implemented using a proprietary computer program, and comprises the step of displaying a digital image of the person's injured limb and/or hand 24 and of their uninjured limb and/or hand 22 on a visual display screen. A measurement tool 20 is provided on-screen for measuring the extent of injury, wherein the measurement tool can be moved over the digital image of both hands. The extent of injury of the injured limb and/or hand is measured by moving the measurement tool 20 so as to overlay the injured limb and/or hand 24. A value for the degree of impairment can be obtained using this measurement.

Abstract: An accessory for a hand-held electronics device having an integrated camera unit includes a shell sized and shaped for attachment along an outer surface of the hand-held electronics device, the shell having an aperture defined therethrough. The aperture is positioned along the shell such that when the shell is attached to the hand-held electronics device, the aperture is positioned adjacent the camera unit of the hand-held electronics device to allow for image capture thereby. A light element is disposed within the aperture and a lens mounted in a stationary position within the aperture of the shell modifies the optical power of the camera unit.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for processing an inconsistency. A shape of the inconsistency is identified in a location having layers of composite materials. A model of the location is created with a portion of a number of layers in the layers of composite materials removed to form a section based on the shape of the inconsistency and a policy for rework.

Abstract: An improvement to a cellular camera phone comprising a source of illumination positioned adjacent to the camera unit and configured to illuminate a portion of an underlying surface within the field of view the camera unit; programming effective to (a) collect a current tracking image frame, (b) compare the current tracking image frame with a prior tracking image frame, (c) compute a relative displacement between the tracking image frames, and (d) store the current tracking image frame as a prior tracking image frame; and a wireless peripheral interface, wherein the wireless peripheral interface communicates the relative displacement to a computer.

Abstract: A thermoformed or vacuum-formed plastic container packaging including a laser energy-induced internal rupturable area disposed between the topside and the bottomside of the plastic material. A pattern in structural communication with the laser-induced rupturable area enables the user's hands to apply a focused shearing force on the area for fracturing and opening the plastic material container. The rupturable area is configured such that an exerted shearing force exposes a haptically smooth fractured edge to the user. Two rupturable areas may be disposed such that two parallel patterns configure a tear strip or a pull-tab. Multiple rupturable areas are disposed such that parallel and attachable patterns configure protective covers or tear strip ends. Die cutout patterns configure notches or voids attached to said laser-induced rupturable area.

Abstract: Fusers, printing apparatuses and methods of fusing toner on media are disclosed. An embodiment of a fuser for heating media includes a fuser roll including an outer portion having a first outer surface; a voltage source connected to the outer portion and adapted to supply voltage to the outer portion to heat the first outer surface; a pressure roll having a second outer surface; and a nip between the first and second outer surfaces. The first and second outer surfaces are adapted to contact a medium at the nip.

Abstract: A monitoring system includes an image sensor configured to produce pixel data. An ambient light sensor such as a photocell produces ambient light level data. A processing subsystem is programmed to adjust the pixel data based on the ambient light level data. For example, the gain of an analog to digital converter can be increased or decreased based on the ambient light level data to adjust analog pixel data output by the imager as it is converted to digital data. If the ambient light level is high, for example, the gain can be decreased.

Abstract: The invention presents a chipset for a mobile wallet system in a communication terminal having a SIM socket and a RFID antenna. The chipset includes a wallet module and a controller module. The wallet module has a contactless interface port coupled to the RFID antenna and a wallet memory for storing wallet applications. The controller module, connected to the SIM socket of the communication terminal, has a controller memory stored with SIM function software, mobile wallet application software and software to control the wallet module. The controller module is powered through the SIM socket, and the wallet module is powered through the SIM socket and the RFID antenna.

Abstract: A method and apparatus may be present for managing rework. A section in a location of a platform having a number of composite materials needing rework may be identified to form an identified section. A layup for the number of composite materials in the identified section of the platform may be determined. A patch for the identified section of the platform and the layup for the number of composite materials may be generated. A simulation may be performed of a selected rework process and the patch in the identified section.

Abstract: An alignment tool comprises a tongue and a handle attached to a handle stem. The tongue includes a prying tip disposed at an angle to a long axis of the handle stem. The size and shape of the prying tip are well suited for freeing a jammed string clamping plate in a double locking tremolo without causing damage to the tremolo or guitar to which the tremolo is attached. The alignment tool may be used by a person with average mechanical skills to remove or align a string clamping plate or remove a broken or worn string. Some embodiments of the invention include dimensions for preventing accidental dislocation of an alignment seat under a string clamping plate. Other embodiments of the invention comprise steps in a method for removing or aligning a string clamping plate in a double locking tremolo.

Abstract: A subscriber identity module (SIM) card includes: a printed circuit board; a circuit provided on the printed circuit board and capable of executing SIM and RFID functions; a set of circuit contacts provided on the printed circuit board, electrically connected to the circuit via conductive paths, and conforming to a SIM specification; a set of antenna contacts provided on the printed circuit board and electrically connected to the circuit via conductive paths; and a protective plate fixed to the printed circuit board and conforming to standard dimensions of the SIM card. An assembly of the SIM card and a RFID antenna is also disclosed.

Abstract: Fusers, printing apparatuses and methods of fusing toner on media are disclosed. An embodiment of a fuser for heating media includes a fuser roll including an outer portion having a first outer surface; a voltage source connected to the outer portion and adapted to supply voltage to the outer portion to heat the first outer surface; a pressure roll having a second outer surface; and a nip between the first and second outer surfaces. The first and second outer surfaces are adapted to contact a medium at the nip.

Abstract: A geofence system is provided. The geofence system includes a display device and a graphical user interface displayable on the display device. The graphical user interface is configured to display a map corresponding with a geographical area, and provide a graphical representation of a geofence. The graphical representation is overlaid on the displayed map and includes a control portion responsive to an input device configured to adjust an operational aspect of at least a portion of the geofence. The control portion is associated with a location on the map.

Abstract: Treated egg products are provided for imparting the flavor of egg to foods that include egg yolk treated simultaneously with protease and phospholipase. Food flavoring composition are also provided for imparting the flavor egg that can be used in lower amounts than whole egg or egg yolk. Additionally, methods are provided for preparing the egg flavored food compositions. Such egg yolk compositions are prepared by the simultaneous application of phospholipase enzyme and protease enzyme. The method further includes egg flavored food products, such as mayonnaise and salad dressings, which are prepared with the food flavoring composition. The egg flavor compositions can be used in a variety of food products to provide egg flavor and enhanced functionality.

Abstract: The invention provides Cripto-specific antibodies, or biologically functional fragments thereof, and uses thereof. Antibodies which bind Cripto and inhibit Cripto activity are provided. Antibodies which bind Cripto and inhibit the interaction between Cripto and ALK4 and/or between Cripto and Activin B are provided. Antibodies which bind Cripto and inhibit tumor growth are also provided. Antibodies which bind Cripto, inhibit Cripto activity, and inhibit tumor growth are also provided. The invention also provides methods of using these antibodies in therapeutic, diagnostic, and research applications.