Abstract: A system for multipass sort includes a communication interface and a processor. The communication interface is configured to receive from a client device a request to sort a dataset that includes a plurality of rows. The processor is configured to perform a first sort pass on the dataset in part by: extracting prefixes associated with a first schema element associated with the dataset for the plurality of rows; and sorting the extracted prefixes utilizing an integer sort algorithm based on a sort order included in the request to sort the dataset, where sorting the extracted prefixes includes utilizing NULL values to resolve a tied range that includes at least two rows of the plurality of rows having a same extracted prefix.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to technology that provides dynamically configurable access to customized digital content associated with a machine-readable label (“MRL”). A MRL may be designed, printed and distributed to viewers. After distribution, the MRL may be collected by an owner who activates the collectible MRL and associates the MRL with customized content. At a time they are generated, a collectible MRL may be associated with a default scan destination. The default scan destination may be encoded in a data zone of the collectible MRL. The information encoded in a data zone of the collectible MRL may not be changeable after the MRL is distributed or fixed in tangible form. The disclosed technology provides apparatus and methods for customizing content associated with a MRL even after the MRL has been fixed in tangible form.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to technology that provides dynamically configurable access to customized digital content associated with a machine-readable label (“MRL”). A MRL may be designed, printed and distributed to viewers. After distribution, the MRL may be collected by an owner who activates the collectible MRL and associates the MRL with customized content. At a time they are generated, a collectible MRL may be associated with a default scan destination. The default scan destination may be encoded in a data zone of the collectible MRL. The information encoded in a data zone of the collectible MRL may not be changeable after the MRL is distributed or fixed in tangible form. The disclosed technology provides apparatus and methods for customizing content associated with a MRL even after the MRL has been fixed in tangible form.

Abstract: The current invention discloses novel approaches to help individuals defend against headaches and body pains with orally-delivered cyanocobalamin, methylcobalamin, adenosylcobalamin, and combinations thereof. Original clinical research conducted by the inventor on almost 2,000 humans yielded surprising and unexpected results showing differences in the frequency and severity of pains in the head and the body favoring cyanocobalamin patients over placebo. In one FDA-approved Phase III study on 1,551 patients, 4.4 percent of headaches and body pains were rated as “Severe” in the cyanocobalamin, group versus 11.5 percent in the placebo group. Once inside the body, cyanocobalamin is converted to methylcobalamin and adenosylcobalamin, but not to hydroxocobalamin.

Abstract: A bicycle transport bag (1) comprising a bicycle supporting frame structure (10) and a covering (6), wherein the supporting frame structure (10) comprises frame elements which are arranged to be assembled in a first bicycle supporting configuration inside the covering (6). The frame elements are removable from the covering (6) and are arranged to be reassembled into a second different bicycle supporting configuration outside of the covering (6). In the second bicycle supporting configuration, the bicycle supporting frame structure (10) may take the form of a bicycle work stand.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a connection device for a pannier for a vehicle and a pannier having such a connection device. The connection device includes a pivotable support member having an attachment arrangement for attaching to the vehicle. The pivotable support member is adapted to be pivoted between an attachment position, in which the attachment arrangement is exposed for attachment to the vehicle, and a concealed position. The present invention provides a connection device having an attachment arrangement. The attachment arrangement can be displaced so as not to interfere with objects, e.g., getting snared or caught.

Abstract: An induction heating apparatus includes a susceptor defining a reaction chamber. A housing is spaced from the susceptor opposite the reaction chamber and defines a port. A void space is defined between the housing and the susceptor. An induction coil extends through the port and is disposed within the void space for conducting an electric current to heat the susceptor to heat the reaction chamber. A flange comprises a metal material and is coupled to the housing at the port for sealing the port with the induction coil extending through the flange. An isolator is disposed between the flange and the housing to prevent the electric current from passing into the housing.

Abstract: The current invention discloses novel uses of orally ingested cobalamins for the maintenance of a healthy and normal body weight and body mass index (BMI). Cobalamins support mitochondrial conversion of carbohydrates into chemical energy called ATP. Cells in the body, especially energy-hungry muscle and brain cells, use ATP as an energy source for many types of cellular functions. Simply put, cobalamins are the natural nutrients needed for cellular metabolism and the burning of calories. In a phase III, placebo-controlled, nutritional study with a total of 1,551 human test subjects, on average those obese people who took cobalamins lost weight and BMI, while those obese people who took placebo gained weight and BMI.

Abstract: A bicycle transport bag (1) comprising a bicycle supporting frame structure (10) and a covering (6), wherein the supporting frame structure (10) comprises frame elements which are arranged to be assembled in a first bicycle supporting configuration inside the covering (6). The frame elements are removable from the covering (6) and are arranged to be reassembled into a second different bicycle supporting configuration outside of the covering (6). In the second bicycle supporting configuration, the bicycle supporting frame structure (10) may take the form of a bicycle work stand.

Abstract: A coupling device for indirect attachment of an accessory to a bicycle handle bar, the coupling device including a handle bar coupling member and an accessory coupling member, the handle bar coupling member including fastener elements for rigid fastening of the coupling device to the bicycle handle bar and the accessory coupling member having at least two different accessory fastening positions. The different accessory fastening positions are arranged on a curved trajectory extending radially around the bicycle handle bar when the coupling device is attached to the bicycle handle bar.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a connection device for a pannier for a vehicle and a pannier having such a connection device. The connection device includes a pivotable support member having an attachment arrangement for attaching to the vehicle. The pivotable support member is adapted to be pivoted between an attachment position, in which the attachment arrangement is exposed for attachment to the vehicle, and a concealed position. The present invention provides a connection device having an attachment arrangement. The attachment arrangement can be displaced so as not to interfere with objects, e.g., getting snared or caught.

Abstract: The current invention discloses novel approaches to help individuals defend against headaches and body pains with orally-delivered cyanocobalamin, methylcobalamin, adenosylcobalamin, and combinations thereof. Original clinical research conducted by the inventor on almost 2,000 humans yielded surprising and unexpected results showing differences in the frequency and severity of pains in the head and the body favoring cyanocobalamin patients over placebo. In one FDA-approved Phase III study on 1,551 patients, 4.4 percent of headaches and body pains were rated as “Severe” in the cyanocobalamin, group versus 11.5 percent in the placebo group. Once inside the body, cyanocobalamin is converted to methylcobalamin and adenosylcobalamin, but not to hydroxocobalamin.

Abstract: The current invention discloses drug formulations of anti-infective mangrove extracts and their ability to block the reproductive capabilities of viruses, funguses, bacteria and tumors. Mangrove extracts can be ingested internally to prevent the proliferation of viruses, funguses, bacteria and tumors in humans and other animals; or the mangrove extracts can be applied directly to the skin, in the form of a disinfectant hand gel, to fight microbial infection.

Abstract: An improved security system is disclosed for material printed on a substrate comprising a primary marking printed on the substrate for conveying information. A secondary marking provides security to the primary marking. The secondary marking may include a variation in optical properties, a variation in magnetic properties or a variation in both in optical properties and magnetic properties of the primary marking. A method is disclosed comprising printing a primary and a secondary marking on a substrate with the primary marking conveying information and with the secondary marking providing security to the primary marking.

Abstract: Methods, systems, and apparatus, including computer program products, for sponsoring content. Input from a user specifying one or more content items for inclusion in a property is received. Determinations are made as to whether the user satisfies one or more user criteria and whether the specified content items satisfy one or more content criteria. If the user satisfies the user criteria and the specified content items satisfy the content criteria, then input identifying one or more sponsors is received, and the specified content items and content provided by the identified sponsors are presented in the property.

Abstract: A solid oxide electrochemical device includes: a porous support structure having a porous outer surface and a tubular porous inner surface; a first electrode layer disposed radially inside the tubular porous inner surface and supported by the porous support structure; a dense electrolyte layer disposed radially inside and supported by the first electrode composition; and a second electrode layer disposed radially inside and supported by the dense electrolyte.

Abstract: A solid oxide fuel cell includes a porous anode, a dense electrolyte in contact with the porous anode, and a porous cathode in contact with the dense electrolyte. The porous cathode is characterized by a single-phase structure of Brownmillerite or Srebrodolskite, the composition thereof having the formula (Ca2-xAx)(Fe2-yBy)O5±z wherein: A is at least one element selected from the group: rare earth elements, Bi, and alkaline elements; B is at least one element selected from the group: Al, Ga, In, Mg, Si, and transition metal elements; 0?x<2; 0?y<2; and z is a variable, the value of which is such that the overall composition has a generally neutral charge state.

Abstract: A fuel cell unit includes an array of solid oxide fuel cell tube sheets having porous metallic exterior surfaces, interior fuel cell layers, and interior surfaces, and at least one header in operable communication with the array of solid oxide fuel cell tube sheets for directing a first reactive gas into contact with the porous metallic exterior surfaces and for directing a second reactive gas into contact with the interior surfaces, the header further comprising at least one busbar selected from the group consisting of an exterior busbar disposed in electrical contact with the porous metallic exterior surfaces and an interior busbar disposed in electrical contact with the interior surfaces.

Abstract: A method for treating a porous item constructed of metal powder, such as a powder made of Series 400 stainless steel, involves a step of preheating the porous item to a temperature of between about 700 and 900° C. degrees in an oxidizing atmosphere and then sintering the body in an inert or reducing atmosphere at a temperature which is slightly below the melting temperature of the metal which comprises the porous item. The thermal stability of the resulting item is enhanced by this method so that the item retains its porosity and metallic characteristics, such as ductility, at higher (e.g. near-melting) temperatures.