Abstract: A system for the remote management of head mounted vision assist devices used by patients, is provided. The system includes head mounted vision assist devices located at various patient locations, at least one computing device used by a clinician supervising the usage of the vision assist devices by the patients, and a server communicatively coupled with each of the vision assist devices and the computing device used by the clinician. The server executes stored instructions to enable the clinician to remotely monitor the results of one or more diagnostic tests conducted by a patient at predefined time intervals and monitor a display of a head mounted vision assist device being used by the patient by mirroring the patient's display on the clinician's computing device.

Abstract: A method includes defining a root node for a funnel analysis query, wherein the query is structured as a graph comprising a plurality of nodes including the root node, wherein the root node comprises a point of origin for at least one funnel of the query, and wherein the root node is constructed to detect a first event that took place within a fixed first time range, defining a non-root node that is connected to the root node, wherein the non-root node is constructed to detect a second event that took place within a second time range that is defined relative to the first time range, performing a funnel analysis on a data set using the query, wherein the funnel analysis tracks an entity through a sequence of events including the first event and the second event, and initiating a remedial action in response to a funnel analysis result.

Abstract: Reflected sonar signals arising from one or more possible unknown objects are distinguished according to a first criterion, and possible shapes each having a defined unique associated point are assigned each of the possible unknown objects. Then the three dimensional points are tracked by the sonar system.

Abstract: A portion of a line from a line laying vessel to a touchdown support point on or near to the seabed is imaged with a 3 dimensional sonar imaging system to produce coordinates of a series of touchdown points using a time sequence of sonar images, and the time series of touchdown points is recorded.

Abstract: Techniques for creating and searching a database that stores information about a plurality of individual habitable units (IHUs) are provided. An example of an IHU is a hotel room. Image data that depicts where a plurality of IHUs reside relative to each other is placed on a base image, such as a satellite/map image. The base image is associated with a mapping that maps points on the base image to spatial (e.g., geographical) coordinates. The coordinates of the IHU may be used to generate a computer-rendered view from a window of an IHU. Also, label input is received that labels each IHU reflected in the image data with certain information. Each label indicates a value of an attribute of an IHU, such as its size, price, distance from elevators, etc. A query that targets information about each IHU may be processed and results returned that are ranked based on criteria associated with the query.

Abstract: Techniques for creating and searching a database that stores information about a plurality of individual habitable units (IHUs) are provided. An example of an IHU is a hotel room. Image data that depicts where a plurality of IHUs reside relative to each other is placed on a base image, such as a satellite/map image. The base image is associated with a mapping that maps points on the base image to spatial (e.g., geographical) coordinates. The coordinates of the IHU may be used to generate a computer-rendered view from a window of an IHU. Also, label input is received that labels each IHU reflected in the image data with certain information. Each label indicates a value of an attribute of an IHU, such as its size, price, distance from elevators, etc. A query that targets information about each IHU may be processed and results returned that are ranked based on criteria associated with the query.

Abstract: A mild toilet bar composition contains C8-C18 mono and diacyl isethionates in a specified ratio in a first preferred embodiment of the invention and a specified ratio of calcium and magnesium diacyl isethionates in a second preferred embodiment of the invention. Both toilet bars provide substantial lather, mild cleansing, low mush and wear rate levels during use.

Abstract: A method to produce one-piece high-density panel skin (outer part of the door panel) using a specially designed 25 ton mold operated on a 3000 ton injunction molding machine using performance engineering grade poly phenyl impact copolymer as raw material. The two injection molded panels are joined using a custom extruded aluminum frame, with a provision for an improved lock along the whole length and hinges, fitted with specially designed hot plate welded skin holder, subsequently filled with polyurethane for rigidity, strength and high insulation valve. For additional reinforcement for the entry door, 18 gauge CRC steel barrier is embedded in rigid polyurethane core. A door panel produced by the above methods.

Abstract: A method for preventing false starts during a handshake session involves the use of service identifiers for modem devices. The identifications are provided to one another for subsequent communication. To commence communications, a local device generates a request signal to initiate a handshake session. The request signal includes an identification unique to the remote device. The remote device receives the request and verifies the identification. The remote device then sends a response, which may optionally include an identification unique to the local device. The local device receives the response and verifies the identification before completing the handshake session.

Abstract: Operation of a digital subscriber line system in a power saving quiescent mode is described. A quiescent mode (Q-mode) is entered into from a steady-state or normal operation mode in which payload data is transmitted when criteria indicates that the transmitter has stopped transmitting payload data for a certain time period but that the current transmission session has not ended. A Q-mode signal is generated that uses constellation points that are used in the payload carrying state. The peak-to-average ratio (PAR) of the signal is also minimized by a PAR minimization method to find a combination of these constellation points satisfying a PAR threshold.

Abstract: A stress-release mold is described for casting thermosetting compositions especially compositions designed for consumer use. At least one wall of the mold includes a stress-releasing-element characterized by having a more flexible region or regions than the remaining wall or walls of the mold and wherein the stress-releasing-element includes a region of lower curvature at least partially surrounded by a region of higher curvature. The stress-release mold greatly reduces or eliminates surface defects caused by shrinkage of thermosetting compositions as they cools. A system is also described that includes the inventive mold containing a thermosetting composition wherein the mold also serves as all or part of the package for the composition.

Abstract: A razor head assembly is described that contains a mild cleansing composition including acyl isethionate surfactant(s) positioned adjacent to a blade for shaving and treating the skin. The isethionate surfactants provide the user with nearly simultaneous moisturization, cleansing and shaving. An after shave phase is provided in addition to the cleansing phase in a preferred embodiment.

Abstract: Toilet bar compositions are described that contain specific odor masking agent(s). The odor masking agent(s) reduce malodor without the need for elevated amounts of masking fragrances that individuals may not prefer and who use the composition for personal cleansing or who are exposed to the composition.

Abstract: A mild toilet bar composition is described that contains both C8-C18 diacyl and monoacyl isethionates in a specified ratio and a minor amount of soap if any. The toilet bar provides mild cleansing and low mush and wear rate levels during use.

Abstract: A mild combination toilet bar composition is described that contains synthetic anionic surfactant(s) and soap(s) in a specified ratio and at least one low Krafft point co-surfactant. The toilet bar provides mild cleansing, and a draggy, clean-rinse feel during use.

Abstract: Mild toilet bar compositions are described that contain synthetic anionic surfactants, and monohydroxy C16-20 normal alkyl carboxylic acids and have a pH range of 3.0-7.0. The inventive bars have excellent processing properties and can be extruded and stamped into finished toilet bars.

Abstract: A combination toilet bar composition is described that contains soap, both amphoteric, and synthetic anionic surfactants in a specified ratio and a blend of hydrophobic emollients including a hydrocarbon with a titer of less than about 50 C. The toilet bar provides mild cleansing, moisturization, and creamy lather during use.

Abstract: Massaging toilet bar compositions are described that contain disintegrable agglomerates that provide simultaneous exfoliation and massaging to the skin and hair. Agglomerates are made by treating them with hydrophilic liquids, hydrophobic liquids, or a combination thereof. This treatment makes the agglomerate softer but not so soft as to make it break apart during the manufacture of the bars.

Abstract: Skin care and cleansing compositions are described that contain oil seed products that provide moisturization and in a preferred embodiment simultaneous exfoliation. Oil seed products contain oil bodies, seed shell and optionally other seed components. In a further embodiment, a toilet bar is provided that contains one or more anionic surfactants and 0.1 to 5.0% by wt. of oil seed product particles where a majority of the particles have a major axis length of between 0.01 to 200 microns.

Abstract: Framing techniques for ADSL systems that allow programmable fixed overhead efficient framing and seamless rate changes.