Abstract: The present disclosure provides methods and compositions for controlling asphaltenes in a subterranean formation. The compositions may include a halloysite nanotube. The nanotube has a lumen and a polymer, along with a charged surfactant, may be disposed in the lumen. A wax may be disposed on the nanotube. The wax may be disposed at either or both ends of the nanotube, thereby temporarily preventing the polymer and charged surfactant from leaving the lumen.

Abstract: Unmanned Aerial Vehicles also known as UAVs or Drones, either autonomous or remotely piloted, are classified as drones by the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as weighing under 212 pounds. The system described herein details Autonomous Flight Vehicles (AFV) which weigh over 212 pounds but less than 1,320 pounds which may require either a new classification or a classification such as Sport Light Aircraft, but without the requirement of a pilot due to the safe autonomous flight system such as the Safe Temporal Vector Integration Engine or STeVIE. Safe Autonomous Light Aircraft (SALA) are useful as drone carriers, large scale air package or cargo transport, and even human transport depending on the total lift capability of the platform.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition comprising a GLP-1/GLP-2 dual agonist for use in the treatment of a patient receiving parenteral nutrition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an agonist combination comprising a GLP-1 agonist and a GLP-2 agonist, for use in the treatment of a patient who has undergone surgical resection of the bowel.

Abstract: Unmanned Aerial Vehicles also known as UAVs or Drones, either autonomous or remotely piloted, are classified as drones by the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as weighing under 212 pounds. The system described herein details Autonomous Flight Vehicles (AFV) which weigh over 212 pounds but less than 1,320 pounds which may require either a new classification or a classification such as Sport Light Aircraft, but without the requirement of a pilot due to the safe autonomous flight system such as the Safe Temporal Vector Integration Engine or STeVIE. Safe Autonomous Light Aircraft (SALA) are useful as drone carriers, large scale air package or cargo transport, and even human transport depending on the total lift capability of the platform.

Abstract: A solution to a system of simultaneous equations where an exact mathematical solution to a multivariate signal path or physical trajectory problem includes time and allows a control regulator to maintain high accuracy simultaneously over multiple variables such as but not limited to distance, velocity, and time. In a flight vehicle, for example, the regulator maintains with high accuracy the position of the vehicle in X, Y, and Z at exactly the time required over the entire trajectory making its position highly predictable at any time.

Abstract: A system and method of effecting time synchronization between disparate nodes on a network where at least one node has knowledge of the true network time, at least one other node requires synchronization to the true network time, and a third node is utilized to facilitate the synchronization process.

Abstract: An apparatus and a method are provided for a modular lighting system. In one embodiment, the modular lighting system comprises a compact and lightweight outer enclosure that features a plurality of lighting elements. It is envisioned that a subsection of the lighting elements is static, in that it may not be removed from the outer enclosure. The plurality of lighting elements are configured so that they may be detached from the outer enclosure and placed at locations based on the user's discretion so as to substantially reduce shadows and illuminate key areas. The modular lighting system may be operated wirelessly. In at least one embodiment, the detachable lighting elements include independent power sources.

Abstract: A conductive probe may include a probe body for communicating with a circuit tester or a jumper. The probe body may be formed of metal and may have a free end. A probe tip may be mounted to the end of the probe body. The probe tip may be formed of thorium-tungsten. The probe tip may be configured for contacting a circuit node.

Abstract: Operation of Unmanned Autonomous Vehicles (UAVs) around human population requires the utmost level of safety. Trackpath pre-computed navigation paths and Free flight corridor protection systems reduce the possibility of injuring humans during flight, but at the point of delivery the drone must, by necessity, come down to level of and near humans. This invention teaches the system and method of a personal household mail system that minimizes human exposure to the delivery UAV, provides a method of verifying that the addressee is correct, and optionally secures the mail until it is picked up by the designated recipient.

Abstract: A conductive probe may include a probe body for communicating with a circuit tester or a jumper. The probe body may be formed of metal and may have a free end. A probe tip may be mounted to the end of the probe body. The probe tip may be formed of thorium-tungsten. The probe tip may be configured for contacting a circuit node.

Abstract: Provided herein are systems and methods for an intelligent diagnostic probe configured to provide troubleshooting guidance during diagnosing faults within vehicle electrical systems. The intelligent diagnostic probe is configured, in some embodiments, to receive raw measurement data, such as voltage, current, and resistance, from tools and take the data into an intelligence system so as to interpret the data and provide actionable output for practitioners operating the intelligent diagnostic probe. The intelligent diagnostic probe is configured, in some embodiments, to divide vehicle electrical diagnosis procedures of into segments, include appropriate tolerance ranges for readings, and provide feedback and suggestions regarding the readings. The intelligent diagnostic probe is configured, in some embodiments, to operate as an artificial intelligence that uses a large number of previously coded measurements to learn to accurately diagnose electrical faults based on currently measured raw data.

Abstract: An apparatus is provided for a diagnostic circuit test device having multi-meter functionality and being adapted to provide current sourcing to an electrical system for selective measurement of a plurality of parameters thereof in powered and unpowered states. The diagnostic circuit test device comprises a conductive probe element configured to be placed into contact with the electrical system and provide an input signal thereto. A power supply is interconnected between an internal power source and the conductive probe element. Processors are electrically connected to the conductive probe element and configured to manipulate the input signal provided to the electrical system and receive an output signal in response to the input signal. The output signal is representative of at least one of the parameters of the electrical system. A display device is configured to display a reading of the output signal which is representative of the parameter.

Abstract: Bi-directional seal assemblies for use with valves are described. An example apparatus for use with a fluid valve includes a closure member disposed between an inlet and an outlet of a fluid flow passageway of the fluid valve. The closure member is to slide relative to a cage or a valve body, wherein the closure member includes a seal gland and a passageway in fluid communication with the seal gland, the passageway to fluidly couple the seal gland and the fluid flow passageway of the fluid valve. The apparatus further includes a seal assembly positioned in the seal gland, the seal assembly including a first seal, a second seal opposite the first seal, and a spacer ring disposed between the first and second seals.

Abstract: An apparatus and a method are provided for a modular lighting system. In one embodiment, the modular lighting system comprises a compact and lightweight outer enclosure that features a plurality of lighting elements. It is envisioned that a subsection of the lighting elements is static, in that it may not be removed from the outer enclosure. The plurality of lighting elements are configured so that they may be detached from the outer enclosure and placed at locations based on the user's discretion so as to substantially reduce shadows and illuminate key areas. The modular lighting system may be operated wirelessly. In at least one embodiment, the detachable lighting elements include independent power sources.

Abstract: A mounting fixture for interconnecting at least two tubular members, the mounting fixture including: at least one first connection section including a first connection aperture for receipt of a connector configured to secure a receiving element to the mounting fixture via a second connection aperture of the receiving element; a mounting sleeve configured to be secured around a section of a tubular member, the mounting sleeve comprises at least two interconnectable fixture sections, each fixture section comprising a portion of the mounting fixture which includes a section of the mounting sleeve and a portion of the first connection section; and at least one connecting arrangement for interconnecting adjacent fixture sections to form the mounting sleeve, each connecting arrangement being located on or within an inner side of each fixture section of the mounting sleeve to interconnect each fixture section to an adjoining fixture section at a location on or within an inner side of the mounting sleeve.

Abstract: Operation of Unmanned Autonomous Vehicles (UAVs) around human population requires the utmost level of safety. Trackpath pre-computed navigation paths and Free flight corridor protection systems reduce the possibility of injuring humans during flight, but at the point of delivery the drone must, by necessity, come down to level of and near humans. This invention teaches the system and method of a personal household mail system that minimizes human exposure to the delivery UAV, provides a method of verifying that the addressee is correct, and optionally secures the mail until it is picked up by the designated recipient.

Abstract: Unmanned Aerial Vehicles also known as UAVs or Drones, either autonomous or remotely piloted, are classified as drones by the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as weighing under 212 pounds. The system described herein details Autonomous Flight Vehicles (AFV) which weigh over 212 pounds but less than 1,320 pounds which may require either a new classification or a classification such as Sport Light Aircraft, but without the requirement of a pilot due to the safe autonomous flight system such as the Safe Temporal Vector Integration Engine or STeVIE. Safe Autonomous Light Aircraft (SALA) are useful as drone carriers, large scale air package or cargo transport, and even human transport depending on the total lift capability of the platform.

Abstract: Unmanned Aerial Vehicles also known as UAVs or Drones, either autonomous or remotely piloted, may be fitted with an Identify Friend or Foe (IFF) transponder for tracking and identification. Remotely piloted drones require a high bandwidth RF transceiver for video and/or control inputs, but the IFF system does not. Fully autonomous vehicles might utilize only the low bandwidth IFF transponder. This invention utilizes the existing cellular network and physical infrastructure to provide UAV command and control functionality over most of the national area.

Abstract: An apparatus is provided for a diagnostic circuit test device having multi-meter functionality and being adapted to provide current sourcing to an electrical system for selective measurement of a plurality of parameters thereof in powered and unpowered states. The diagnostic circuit test device comprises a conductive probe element configured to be placed into contact with the electrical system and provide an input signal thereto. A power supply is interconnected between an internal power source and the conductive probe element. Processors are electrically connected to the conductive probe element and configured to manipulate the input signal provided to the electrical system and receive an output signal in response to the input signal. The output signal is representative of at least one of the parameters of the electrical system. A display device is configured to display a reading of the output signal which is representative of the parameter.