Abstract: A random sampling of a subset of a data population is taken and the sampled data is used to build a predictive model using a cubic or multiquadric radial basis function, and then “scores” (i.e., predictions) are generated for each data point in the entire data population. This process is repeated on additional random sample subsets of the same data population. After a predetermined number of random sample subsets have been modeled and scores for all data points in the population are generated for each of the models, the average score and variation for each predicted data point is calculated. The data points are subjected to rank ordering by their variance, thereby allowing those data points having a high variance to be identified as outliers.

Abstract: A dynamic content management method, system, and computer program product by which interactive content is analyzed and scrutinized on a “real time” basis as users interact with the content presentation is disclosed. This is accomplished by, among other things, utilizing a rules engine or other known selection processor to facilitate dynamic decision making, whereby the selection processor “qualifies” the user for membership in a particular content-testing campaign; content (e.g., an offer or particular web design elements) to be presented to the user is selected and delivered; and the selection of the content, the failure to select the content, and the possible outcome of selecting the content is recorded in an operational database for that user so that it may be used to modify the content presented to that user in the future.

Abstract: Lap beam connectors for allowing two beams to be joined together without having to use external fasteners such as screws. Each beam has at least one internal pair of receptacles for slidably receiving each end of a plate therein. The plate can be secured to inner walls of the beams by a crimping tool, and the like. The plate allows the weight of the beams and any structure being built to be distributed over the length of the beam instead of just being directly on the ends of the beams. The receptacles can be substantially U-shaped with triangular shaped sidewalls. Another part of the invention allows for attaching two U-shaped beam half sections together by having a nesting ledges/receptacles on at least one of the legs of one beam half sections. While the legs of each beam half overlapped against each other, the nesting ledges/receptacles hold the beam half legs to be held to fixed locations.

Abstract: An interface apparatus includes a base element, an interface element, and an attachment mechanism for attaching the interface element to the base element. The attachment mechanism is pivotable within a plurality of degrees of freedom. The interface element is an extensible member which is, in two of its embodiments, pivotally mounted so as to be rotatably adjustable about a pivot point with respect to a primary member. The primary member may be a base member or another display member. These members may be computer keyboards or displays, such as liquid crystal displays (LCDs), audio speakers, or the like such as are used in desk top or lap top computers and terminals.

Abstract: A Gen III retrofit package for a Gen II image intensifier which utilizes a 1:1 relay lens in front of the Gen III tube to focus an inverted image on the far side of a glass plate where the photocathode is located.

Abstract: Rapid toggling of application windows to the forefront of a computer monitor. One or more queues are established by a user comprising indicia representative of a sequence of a plurality of open application windows. Sequencial toggling among the windows of a given sequence is accomplished by actuating a mouse pointer positioned to the white space of any window within the given sequence.

Abstract: Tubes made from spirally wound paper tape are fed axially and suspended off the end of an arbor. When the tube reaches a predetermined length, the free end engages a free-hanging sensor plate, the movement of which interrupts a light beam to generate a signal which actuates a timer. The timer energizes a motor for a predetermined time to cycle a snap cutter through one circular orbit to sever the tube. The cutter is stopped at its original position by a brake.