Abstract: Inventive concentrated solar power systems using solar receivers, and related devices and methods, are generally described. Low pressure solar receivers are provided that function to convert solar radiation energy to thermal energy of a working fluid, e.g., a working fluid of a power generation or thermal storage system. In some embodiments, low pressure solar receivers are provided herein that are useful in conjunction with gas turbine based power generation systems.

Abstract: A method to overcome the unintended effects of repeated glyphosate applications and improve the health and vigor of plants, by remediating the soil with soil remediating microbes and replenishing the amino acid pool by applying foliar essential amino acids.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to an attachment for a firearm that communicates with remote device or person such as emergency services. One embodiment of the present invention is selectively interconnected to a picatinny rail, weaver rail, or other mounting means, and the embodiment includes a button that allows a user to initiate communication with emergency services without removing his or her hands from the firearm.

Abstract: A method is taught for the accurate determination of the premature rupture of membranes (PROM), defined as spontaneous rupture of membranes before the onset of uterine contractions. More specifically, a lateral flow assay strip tests for at least two antigens to greatly limit or eliminate the possibility of false negatives. A built-in timer in the cassette holding the lateral flow assay further increases the accuracy of the test. A collection buffer vial with self-contained shipping and dropper caps and built-in stand is also taught.

Abstract: A communication method is provided for a communication system comprising a transmitter and a receiver. The method involves communicating data from the transmitter to the receiver over a banded communication channel The method comprises: applying a forward error correction, FEC, code to data to be transmitted to obtain FEC-encoded data; assigning the FEC-encoded data into a plurality of sub-channels; modulating the data from each of the plurality of sub-channels into a corresponding one of a plurality of sub-bands, the plurality of sub-bands having spaced apart center frequencies; and concurrently transmitting the data from the plurality of sub-bands onto a banded communication channel, the banded communication channel comprising one or more pass-bands and one or more stop-bands.

Abstract: An apparatus for detecting the presence of gaseous analytes in water includes a submersible housing enclosing a water proof sensing chamber having a first wall made of a material transparent to UV light and a second wall formed by a gas permeable membrane for admitting into the sensing chamber gas dissolved in water in which the housing is immersed during operation, a first and a second spaced sensing electrodes disposed within the sensing chamber, and a circuit connected to the sensing electrodes for measuring a current flowing through the sensing electrodes on account of ionization of a gas in the sensing chamber by UV light. A third electrode is positioned in the sensing chamber, and the circuit is operative to apply a voltage across the third electrode and the first sensing electrode, the voltage being of sufficient magnitude to reduce condensation within the sensing chamber by hydrolyzing any droplet of condensation in electrical contact with the first and third electrodes.

Abstract: A method is taught for the accurate determination of the premature rupture of membranes (PROM), defined as spontaneous rupture of membranes before the onset of uterine contractions. More specifically, a lateral flow assay strip tests for at least two antigens to greatly limit or eliminate the possibility of false negatives. A built-in timer in the cassette holding the lateral flow assay further increases the accuracy of the test. A collection buffer vial with self-contained shipping and dropper caps and built-in stand is also taught.

Abstract: The invention is directed to substituted pyrrolidine derivatives. Specifically, the invention is directed to compounds according to Formula III: wherein A, B, L1, L2, L3, R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R9, R10, R30, Y1, Y2, z2, z4, z5, and z6 are as defined herein, and salts thereof.

Abstract: Inventive concentrated solar power systems using solar receivers, and related devices and methods, are generally described. Low pressure solar receivers are provided that function to convert solar radiation energy to thermal energy of a working fluid, e.g., a working fluid of a power generation or thermal storage system. In some embodiments, low pressure solar receivers are provided herein that are useful in conjunction with gas turbine based power generation systems.

Abstract: A header assembly for a combine harvester includes a header carried by an adapter on the feeder house of the combine controlling an angle of the header defined by a tilt cylinder and height of the header at the feeder house. Wings of the header are carried on gauge wheels the height of which relative to the header frame can be adjusted by cylinders. A driver interface inside the cab includes inputs to be set by the driver of cutter bar height and header angle. These are converted by the controller program into inputs for the tilt cylinder and the gauge wheel cylinders.

Abstract: A communication method is provided for a communication system comprising a transmitter and a receiver. The method involves communicating data from the transmitter to the receiver over a banded communication channel. The method comprises: applying a forward error correction, FEC, code to data to be transmitted to obtain FEC-encoded data; assigning the FEC-encoded data into a plurality of sub-channels; modulating the data from each of the plurality of sub-channels into a corresponding one of a plurality of sub-bands, the plurality of sub-bands having spaced apart center frequencies; and concurrently transmitting the data from the plurality of sub-bands onto a banded communication channel, the banded communication channel comprising one or more pass-bands and one or more stop-bands.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are various methods, systems, and apparatuses relating to vertical structural supports, including acute Z-shaped piers and further including vertical structural features that provide additional structural support for various types of piers.

Abstract: A method to overcome the unintended effects of repeated glyphosate applications and improve the health and vigor of plants, by remediating the soil with soil remediating microbes and replenishing the amino acid pool by applying foliar essential amino acids.

Abstract: An electronic mail (e-mail) display is generated for a user, showing a mailbox for the user. A next calendar item indication is persistently displayed on the e-mail display. The next calendar item includes a countdown timer showing a time until the next calendar item is scheduled to begin.

Abstract: Embodiments relate to providing a recorded gameplay session of an interactive content controlled by a broadcasting user. While the broadcasting user is controlling the interactive content being recorded, the inputs provided by the broadcasting user for interacting with the interactive content are recorded. Properties of objects in the interactive content being controlled by the broadcasting user are modified in view of the inputs provided by the broadcasting user. Furthermore, the properties of the objects in the interactive content being controlled by the broadcasting user are periodically recorded. The recorded inputs provided by the broadcasting user and the recorded properties of the objects in the interactive content are used to provide a viewing user a recording of the gameplay session of the interactive content controlled by the broadcasting user.

Abstract: Embodiments relate to providing a recorded gameplay session of an interactive content controlled by a broadcasting user. While the broadcasting user is controlling the interactive content being recorded, the inputs provided by the broadcasting user for interacting with the interactive content are recorded. Properties of objects in the interactive content being controlled by the broadcasting user are modified in view of the inputs provided by the broadcasting user. Furthermore, the properties of the objects in the interactive content being controlled by the broadcasting user are periodically recorded. The recorded inputs provided by the broadcasting user and the recorded properties of the objects in the interactive content are used to provide a viewing user a recording of the gameplay session of the interactive content controlled by the broadcasting user.

Abstract: Inventive concentrated solar power systems using solar receivers, and related devices and methods, are generally described. Low pressure solar receivers are provided that function to convert solar radiation energy to thermal energy of a working fluid, e.g., a working fluid of a power generation or thermal storage system. In some embodiments, low pressure solar receivers are provided herein that are useful in conjunction with gas turbine based power generation systems.

Abstract: A one piece hand tool is provided for cleaning and chasing water faucet threads. The hand tool has an engagement end and an operating end spaced along a central tool axis. Intermediate the engagement end and operating end, an external surface is provided with an overall hexagonal configuration. The engagement end is open for accessing an internal threaded surface for engagement with water faucet threads to be cleaned. Four equally spaced vertical grooves parallel with the central tool axis are provided in the internal threaded surface of the hand tool and disrupt the internal threaded surface to contain debris during operation of the tool. The internal threaded surface has sharp leading and trailing edges for cleaning and chasing the water faucet threads during engagement and disengagement with the hand tool.

Abstract: An apparatus for detecting the presence of gaseous analytes in water includes a submersible housing enclosing a water proof sensing chamber having a first wall made of a material transparent to UV light and a second wall formed by a gas permeable membrane for admitting into the sensing chamber gas dissolved in water in which the housing is immersed during operation, a first and a second spaced sensing electrodes disposed within the sensing chamber, and a circuit connected to the sensing electrodes for measuring a current flowing through the sensing electrodes on account of ionisation of a gas in the sensing chamber by UV light. A third electrode is positioned in the sensing chamber, and the circuit is operative to apply a voltage across the third electrode and the first sensing electrode, the voltage being of sufficient magnitude to reduce condensation within the sensing chamber by hydrolysing any droplet of condensation in electrical contact with the first and third electrodes.