Abstract: Methods of securely controlling a utility grid edge device are provided. A method of securely controlling a utility grid edge device includes receiving renewed security information at a node that includes cryptographic circuitry. Moreover, the method includes controlling an operation of the utility grid edge device via the node, after receiving the renewed security information. Related nodes and utility grid edge devices are also provided.

Abstract: A battery comprising a rope handle which engages a standard structure on a conventional battery container. The rope handle comprises end portions coupled to a rope portion, the end portions being adapted to engage substantially vertical, elongated channels which are standard structures in the end walls of the battery container. The end portions comprise downwardly extending leg portions from which arms extend outwardly. When the end portion is in position in the channel, the legs extend through the channel and the arms are disposed below the channel such that the end portion is secured to the battery container.

Abstract: A method of making lead-acid cell-to-cell or battery-to-battery connections is disclosed which utilizes a non-conductive capture mold, made, for example, from polypropylene polymers, which capture mold has a base having holes allowing the capture mold to be placed over adjacent terminal posts of like polarity and upstanding walls having a height equal to that of the terminal posts, the capture mold serving to retain the lead alloy connector in place while the cell or battery connection is made, as by induction heating or the like.