Abstract: Various cannulated bone implants and methods of using the cannulated bone implant are disclosed. The cannulated bone implant can include a proximal portion, a proximal end, a distal portion, a distal end, a transition portion, a threaded portion, a finned portion and a central passage. The transition portion can comprise a bend positioned between the proximal portion and the distal portion. The threaded portion can be positioned along the proximal portion between the proximal end and the transition portion. The threaded portion can be configured to secure the implant into a bone of a patient. The finned portion can be positioned along the distal portion between the transition portion and the distal end. The finned portion can be configured to prevent migration and/or rotation of the implant in use. The central passage can extend linearly from the proximal end of the implant to the distal end of the implant.

Abstract: Provided in some embodiments are methods of treating or preventing Raynaud's, comprising prescribing and/or administering to an individual in need thereof 2-(((1r,4r)-4-(((4-chlorophenyl)(phenyl)carbamoyloxy)methyl)cyclohexyl)methoxy)acetic acid (Compound 1), or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, hydrate, or solvate thereof.

Abstract: A rotor blade for a rotary wing aircraft includes a leading edge and a trailing edge defining a chordwise direction. The leading edge defines a forward end of the rotor blade and the trailing edge defines an aft end of the rotor blade. The rotor blade has a center of gravity and an aerodynamic center along the chordwise direction. The center of gravity is aft of the aerodynamic center.

Abstract: Various cannulated bone implants and methods of using the cannulated bone implant are disclosed. The cannulated bone implant can include a proximal portion, a proximal end, a distal portion, a distal end, a transition portion, a threaded portion, a finned portion and a central passage. The transition portion can comprise a bend positioned between the proximal portion and the distal portion. The threaded portion can be positioned along the proximal portion between the proximal end and the transition portion. The threaded portion can be configured to secure the implant into a bone of a patient. The finned portion can be positioned along the distal portion between the transition portion and the distal end. The finned portion can be configured to prevent migration and/or rotation of the implant in use. The central passage can extend linearly from the proximal end of the implant to the distal end of the implant.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method and system that uses ultra-high frequency (UHF) radio frequency identification (RFID) for counting and identifying a variety of objects during medical or surgical operations. The method includes passive UHF RFID tag, a RFID scanner to communicate with host equipment and storage in a database cloud. The method includes a water-proof antenna and microchip supported by a substrate with covering overlay materials. The invention further discloses a tracking method for counting process, with software implementation, to assist the count-in count-out function to track multiple medical devices, resulting in reduction of counting errors during surgical procedures when the current UHF RFID process is utilized.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method and system that uses ultra-high frequency (UHF) radio frequency identification (RFID) for counting and identifying a variety of objects during medical or surgical operations. The method includes passive UHF RFID tag, a RFID scanner to communicate with host equipment and storage in a database cloud. The method includes a water-proof antenna and microchip supported by a substrate with covering overlay materials. The invention further discloses a tracking method for counting process, with software implementation, to assist the count-in count-out function to track multiple medical devices, resulting in reduction of counting errors during surgical procedures when the current UHF RFID process is utilized.

Abstract: A method and system used to integrate and control multiple secure credentialing approaches including magnetic stripes, bar codes, contact and contactless SmartCard chips, Short Message Systems (SMS), Global Positioning Systems (GPS), vicinity type Radio Frequency Identification Devices (RFID), and proximity type RFID, into compact, self-powered, biometrically-protected devices.

Abstract: An improved system and method of pharmaceutical drug samples distribution replaces actual samples provided to physicians for re-distribution to patients. A token, preferably in the form of a partially completed script, is provided to physicians for delivery as a completed prescription to patients. The completed token is presented to pharmacists to obtain the drug sample. Before providing the sample, the token is adjudicated by a claim adjudication system. Token usage data may be compiled by the claim adjudication system and forwarded for use by pharmaceutical companies. Value-added services such as drug utilization review (DUR) may be provided by the claim adjudication system. Token usage data may be correlated with token distribution data to provide a measure of sampling program effectiveness, including pharmaceutical company representative performance.

Abstract: A method is provided for delivering a package securely. An address is located on a delivery package. The package is handed to a delivery entity, which utilizes the address on the package to seek and find the specific physical location identified by the address. A delivery identifier is provided to a processor of a cryptographic authority computer. A delivery identifier identifies a specific enclosure at the specific physical location and differs from delivery enclosures at other locations. A request time is provided to the processor of the cryptographic authority computer. The processor of the cryptographic authority computer generates a cryptographic key utilizing the delivery identifier and the request time. The cryptographic key is provided to the delivery entity for entry and decryption by a computer at the location, to allow for unlocking of a lock on an enclosure where the delivery package can be located.

Abstract: An inverted, compound pendulum, which may be set in motion by a seismic variance, activates a photoelectric switching system. Logic circuitry in electrical contact with the switching system discriminates in a pre-determined manner with respect to the repetition rate of signals transmitted by the switching system and selectively activates and controls an alarm. Circuitry in the device permits display of the device's status and interacts with a self-contained power source to permit continued operation despite interruption of external power.

Abstract: A seismic generator for communicating from either above or below the surface of the earth is disclosed. The generator includes a system of eccentrically weighted masses such as, for example, unbalanced flywheels, which can be rotated to produce a seismic signal capable of being detected at great distances either on the surface or underground.