Abstract: A peripheral nerve stimulator can be used to stimulate a peripheral nerve to treat essential tremor, Parkinson tremor, and other forms of tremor. The peripheral nerve stimulator can be either a noninvasive surface stimulator or an implanted stimulator. Stimulation can be electrical, mechanical, or chemical. Stimulation can be delivered using either an open loop system or a closed loop system with feedback.

Abstract: A system for performing a neurostimulation trial comprises an external trial stimulator capable of delivering stimulation energy to a plurality of electrodes carried by one or more stimulation leads. The external trial stimulator is configurable to operate in a plurality of stimulation energy delivery modes to respectively emulate one of different neurostimulator types. The system may further comprise a programmer capable of configuring the external trial stimulator to operate in one of the stimulation energy delivery modes. The programmer may be capable of generating a first programming screen capable of allowing a first set of stimulation parameters to be defined for the first neurostimulator type, and a second programming screen capable of allowing a second set of stimulation parameters to be defined for a second neurostimulator type.

Abstract: Retinal prostheses are configured to apply retinal stimulus signals based on retinal cell classification such as cell types or cell clusters identified based on retinal cell signals. Cell types are identified based on spontaneous or induced retinal electrical signals and analyzed based on temporal patterns of electrical activity, spatio-temporal voltage waveforms, and signal correlations that can be obtained from temporal spike patterns. Cell type indications are stored, and a signals are applied to the retina based on the stored cell type indications.

Abstract: An implantable neurostimulator-implemented method for managing tachyarrhythmias through vagus nerve stimulation is provided. An implantable neurostimulator, including a pulse generator, is configured to deliver electrical therapeutic stimulation in a manner that results in creation and propagation (in both afferent and efferent directions) of action potentials within neuronal fibers of a patient's cervical vagus nerve. Operating modes of the pulse generator are stored. A maintenance dose of the electrical therapeutic stimulation is delivered to the vagus nerve via the pulse generator to restore cardiac autonomic balance through continuously-cycling, intermittent and periodic electrical pulses. A restorative dose of the electrical therapeutic stimulation is delivered to prevent initiation of or disrupt tachyarrhythmia through periodic electrical pulses delivered at higher intensity than the maintenance dose.

Abstract: A device for planning a neuromodulation therapy, whereby the device comprises receiving means to receive brain default mode network data of a patient, template means comprising a template brain default mode network data, normalizing means being configured such that normalized patient brain default mode network data can be prepared on the basis on the received brain default mode network data and the template brain default mode network data, storage means comprising a brain default mode network database and comparison means configured such that the normalized patient brain default mode network data and the data contained in the brain default mode network database can be compared.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for determining stability of a patient's intrinsic rhythm in a cardiac pacing device. Cardiac pacing pulses are delivering to a chamber of a patient's heart by the pacing device at a first pulse amplitude. The device measures a first series of intervals between successive sensed and paced events. The device then determines whether the first measured series of intervals meets a stability criterion. Responsive to the first measured series of intervals failing to meet the stability criterion, the device determines whether the first measured series of intervals includes an interval between a delivered pacing pulse and a sensed event that is less than a defined duration.

Abstract: An apparatus comprises a communication channel comprising a plurality of disparate sequential communication links configured to facilitate bi-direction communication between an implantable medical device (IMD) and a programmer. A transceiver is configured to communicate with the programmer via a first communication link of the plurality of disparate communication links. A telemetry device is configured to communicate with the IMD via a second communication link of the plurality of disparate communication links. A third communication link communicatively couples the transceiver and the telemetry device. A power source is coupled to the transceiver and to the telemetry apparatus. An operational status of at least the first and second communication links can be individually determined in real-time.

Abstract: A method of programming electrodes includes automatic current balancing and lock control. A virtual representation of a lead is displayed. The lead includes a plurality of electrodes. A subset of the electrodes is selected for programming. Each of the electrodes in the subset has one of two polarities. The two polarities are anode and cathode. A first percentage of a total stimulation current is assigned to a first one of the electrodes in the subset. In response to a user input, the first percentage is fixed to the first electrode. A plurality of second electrodes in the subset that have the same polarity as the first electrode is identified. Thereafter, a respective second percentage of the total stimulation current is automatically assigned to each of the second electrodes. A sum of the first percentage and the respective second percentages is equal to 100%.

Abstract: The disclosure describes a method and system that allows a user to configure electrical stimulation therapy by defining a three-dimensional (3D) stimulation field. After a stimulation lead is implanted in a patient, a clinician manipulates the 3D stimulation field in a 3D environment to encompass desired anatomical regions of the patient. In this manner, the clinician determines which anatomical regions to stimulate, and the system generates the necessary stimulation parameters. In some cases, a lead icon representing the implanted lead is displayed to show the clinician where the lead is relative to the 3D anatomical regions of the patient.

Abstract: A method and system for supplying energy to an electrically operable, medical device (100) implanted in ? a patient. Wireless energy is transferred from an external energy source (104) located outside the patient to an internal energy receiver (102) located inside the patient and connected to the medical device. An internal control unit (108) determines an amount of energy currently required for the operation of said medical device. A control signal is transmitted to the external energy source, reflecting the required amount of energy. An external control unit (106) controls the amount of transferred energy in response to the control signal, by adjusting the energy transfer efficiency from the external energy source to the internal energy receiver. The energy transfer efficiency is adjusted by adjusting the position of a primary coil, serving as the external energy source, relative to an implanted secondary coil, serving as the internal energy source.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods for simultaneously providing an infra-red laser beam and a concentrated uni-polar, pulsed electromagnetic field to a region of interest in the body of a patient are disclosed. The apparatus produces the infrared laser beam from a laser diode and the pulsed electromagnetic field from an electrically conductive coil. The infra-red laser beam and the pulsed electromagnetic field are produced concurrently along a common axis. A focusing magnet is provided to concentrate the lines of flux so that they extend along the laser beam. The apparatus includes a body of Mu-metal shielding surrounding the components of the apparatus except for one pole of the coil from which the lines of flux of the electromagnetic field extend to further concentrate the field and render it effectively uni-polar.

Abstract: A handpiece can treat biological tissue using electromagnetic radiation, which can be substantially fluorescent light. The handpiece includes a source of electromagnetic radiation and a waveguide. The waveguide is adjacent the source, receives electromagnetic radiation from the source, and delivers the electromagnetic radiation to the biological tissue. The handpiece also includes a system for circulating a fluorescent substance through the waveguide. The fluorescent substance is capable of modulating at least one property of the electromagnetic radiation.

Abstract: An applicator for use in radiation therapy comprises: a main body for holding a radiation source, wherein the main body has a cavity extending along a main axis of the main body in the interior thereof; and an absorption body which is movably connected to the main body and influences the radiation emerging from the radiation source in such a way that a preferred radiation direction is defined, wherein the absorption body is movable with respect to the main body in such a way that the preferred radiation direction can be tilted into a plurality of different positions relative to the main axis of the main body.

Abstract: Systems and methods of controlling a proton beam in a proton therapy system, the system including a proton beam delivery system including at least one achromatic beamline having a first power setting to direct a proton beam having a first predetermined range of proton beam energies to a target treatment area, and a second power setting to direct a proton beam having a second predetermined range of proton beam energies to the target treatment area, and a power changing unit configured to control an energy level of the proton beam and a power setting of the at least one achromatic beamline such that the power changing unit changes the power setting of the at least one achromatic beamline between the first power setting and the second power setting based on changes in proton beam energy that occur within the first predetermined range of proton beam energies.

Abstract: A system includes a patient support and an outer gantry on which an accelerator is mounted to enable the accelerator to move through a range of positions around a patient on the patient support. The accelerator is configured to produce a proton or ion beam having an energy level sufficient to reach a target in the patient. An inner gantry includes an aperture for directing the proton or ion beam towards the target.

Abstract: Various embodiments provide methods and systems for ultrasound treatment of tissue are provided. Accordingly, a method can include locating an implant in a site in a body, directing a medicant to at least one of the implant and the site, directing ultrasound energy to the site, and accelerating healing of the implant and/or native tissue at the site.

Abstract: A valve device includes a housing and a closing body for closing a passage in the housing in mechanical manner, wherein the closing body is movable between an open position and a closing position; a reservoir for a flame-extinguishing substance; and an injecting means configured to inject the flame-extinguishing substance into the passage in order to prevent explosion propagation resulting from a non-fully sealed closure by the closing body.

Abstract: A non-directional smoke control damper includes a central blade (11), a plurality of outer blades (12) and a blade advancing/retreating device; an outer edge of the central blade (11) overlaps with an opening edge of the plurality of outer blades (12); a support shaft (110) is disposed to pass through the overlapping portion of the edges; a rear end of the support shaft (110) is coupled through a shaft coupling plate (230); and if the central blade (11) advances forwards, the plurality of outer blades (12) advance forwards in order so that a gap is formed at each edge between the central blade (11) and an adjacent outer blade and between a prior-order outer blade and a posterior outer blade to form a blowing passage, thereby allowing an air current to flow into the vestibule through the blowing passage.

Abstract: A radiation-activated sprinkler includes a sprinkler body defining a main orifice, the main orifice adapted to couple to a source of pressurized liquid; a deflector coupled to the body; a valve adapted to seat on the main orifice to block the source of pressurized liquid; a linkage mechanism adapted to retain the valve on the main orifice; and one or more fusible links coupled to the linkage mechanism, wherein the one or more fusible links are located substantially externally with respect to the sprinkler body, deflector, and linkage mechanism. The one or more fusible links are adapted to release when exposed to an amount of radiation that exceeds a predetermined threshold, thereby releasing the linkage mechanism from the valve. Other features and related methods are also described.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition and method for remediation of heavy metal contaminated substances. More particularly, the present invention relates to a composition and method for remediating soil, paint chips, paint dusts, surfaces, and other substances contaminated with heavy metals by application of an aqueous suspension of phosphate compound. Even more particularly, the present invention relates to remediating soil, paint chips, paint dusts, surfaces, and other substances contaminated with lead by at least one application of an aqueous suspension of tricalcium phosphate, surfactant, hydrophobically-modified hydroxyethylcellulose, and a chloride source.

Abstract: A method for efficiently and simply achieving decontamination of organic compounds, in particular, gaseous organic compounds diffused in the atmosphere, is provided by carrying out an in-situ treatment under in-situ environmental conditions. The method involves exposing organic compounds to a processing gas at normal temperature, thereby achieving decontamination, in which the processing gas includes a hydroxylmethyl radical, a hydroperoxy radical, a hydrogen radical, and a hydroxyl radical which are generated by allowing a catalyst to act on methanol gas.

Abstract: An exercise device for performing a variety of exercises in both doorway-mounted and floor-mounted configurations is described. The device includes a horizontal bar configured for engagement with a doorframe, a pair of support arms, each having one end attached to the horizontal bar and the other end extending through a doorway, and a pivot bar connected between the support arms. The device further includes a pair of pivot arms configured to be rotated about the pivot bar at their first ends so as to be oriented and secured in a plurality of different angular positions relative to the support arms, and a pull-up bar including at least one grip handle configured to be rotated about the pivot arms at their second ends so as to be oriented and secured in a plurality of different angular positions relative to the pivot arms.

Abstract: A modular structure for gymnasiums or similar, includes at least one pair of supports (2) for positioning near facing walls of a room, a beam (4, 30, 60) connected at its ends (4a) to the supports, the supports being provided with connection elements (6) configured to be shifted from a tightened position in which they make the beam (4, 30, 60) integral with the supports (2), to a released position in which they allow the beam (4, 30, 60) to translate with respect to the supports (2), connection elements (10) for exercise equipment being provided on the beam (4, 30, 60), the elements being configured to translate along the beam (4, 30, 60).

Abstract: A standup paddle board core activator and method of use may include a sloped platform, a sliding footboard, two raised support structures incorporating at least two axles, two rotating arm assemblies, two paddle members with shafts and handles, a tensioner support structure and two tensioners. The sliding footboard may be configured to move along the sloped platform. The rotating arm assemblies may be rotatably attached by axles to raised support structures on either side of the sloped platform. Tensioners may connect to a tensioner support structure and the rotating arm assemblies, applying resistance to the rotation of the arm assemblies about an axis created by the axles. Paddle members may be inserted in the arm assemblies. A user may balance on the footboard, grasp at least one paddle member, and slide the footboard up the sloped platform.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus includes a base frame formed of a pair of spaced, circular inner rails, each having an angularly-adjustable, semicircular side rail attached thereto. The upper portion of the base frame includes a pair of handlebars for performing certain pulling exercises. An elastomeric resistance band is securable to any one of a plurality of spaced rings positioned on the entire inner circumference of the inner rails and the side rails. An opposing end of the resistance band is secured to a wearable accessory to allow a user to perform virtually any desired exercise at various angles.

Abstract: A weight apparatus includes a bar including a handle rotatably attached to an anchorage. The anchorage includes a body and at least one radially extendable and retractable pin, the pin being movable relative to the body between an innermost position and an outermost position. An end of the pm extends radially beyond an external surface of the body when the pm is in the outermost position. The apparatus further includes a weight including a weight opening in which the anchorage is adapted to be received. The weight includes a radially extending pin opening adapted to receive the pin when the pm is in the outermost position to attach the weight to the anchorage. An arrangement is provided for driving the pm to the outermost position upon rotation of the handle relative to the anchorage.

Abstract: A weightlifting frame includes a base, and first and second rigid frame members defining respective vertically-oriented channels. A weightlifting bar includes first and second terminal sections, a middle section, first and second plate abutments fixed to the weightlifting bar, and first and second frame abutments fixed to the bar. First and second bar spaces are respectively defined by first and second plate and frame abutments. The bar engages the frame with the first frame member disposed between the first frame abutment and the first plate abutment, and with the second frame member disposed between the second frame abutment and the second plate abutment, such that the first and second frame abutments abut the first and second frame members when the bar reaches a predetermined angle from horizontal.

Abstract: A treadboard and a treadmill includes two first elastic strips of same structure arranged abreast with the lengths disposed along the moving direction of the belt of the treadmill and a plurality of solid support strips; the first elastic strips are arc structural, the center of the arc structure is higher than two ends of the arc structure; either end of each first elastic strip is once formed with buffer portion that is flexible along the length direction, so that the buffer portions buffer the arc structure of the first elastic strip after fixedly connected to the base of the treadmill; the solid support strips is of straight strip structure respectively connected vertically between the two first elastic strips, two ends of each solid support strip are respectively connected to the corresponding upper sides of the two first elastic strips.

Abstract: A treadmill comprises a base, a first frame, a second frame, and a driving assembly. The base allows a user to walk or run in place. The first frame and the second frame pivotally couple with a front portion and a rear portion of the base, respectively. The driving assembly moveably couples with the first frame and the second frame. The moving of the driving assembly between the first frame and the second frame will result in an elevation of the front portion or the rear portion.

Abstract: A wheel chair includes two pedals, two transmission devices, two clutch members and two control units. Each transmission device includes a driving unit, a clutch unit and a rear wheel driving unit. Each of the clutch units includes an intermediate disk and a clutch disk which is co-rotatably connected with the intermediate disk. Each of the rear wheel driving units is connected between the rear wheel and the intermediate disk. Each clutch device includes a shifter which controls the clutch disk to be disengaged from the intermediate disk. The control units each control the clutch disk to be engaged with the intermediate disk so as to connect the rear wheels with the force from the driving units so as to rotate the patient's legs counter clockwise.

Abstract: A software operated method/system for both breathing training and respiratory muscle training in which a user inhales and exhales via a mouthpiece through a hand-held breathing chamber so that pressure, time and direction of air breathed through the chamber is automatically measured. The breathing results are automatically processed and displaying on a remote screen as a real-time interactive graphic representing such air pressure, time and direction. The users base-line is established and a menu of training choices including interactive games is displayed.

Abstract: A portable exercise apparatus for use by a user performing push-ups includes: a detection device; and a suspension member adapted to suspend the detection device from the user. When the detection device is suspended from the user by the suspension member, the apparatus is operative to indicate execution of a compliant push-up by the user.

Abstract: Systems, apparatuses, and methods estimate the distance between a player and a ball by transmitting a chirp (sweep signal) to a radio tag located on the ball. During the chirp, the frequency of the transmitted signal is changed in a predetermined fashion. The radio tag doubles the transmitted frequency and returns the processed signal to a transceiver typically located on the player. The currently transmitted frequency is then compared with the received frequency to obtain a difference frequency from which an apparatus may estimate the distance. The apparatus may simultaneously receive the processed signal from the radio tag while transmitting the sweep signal.

Abstract: Method and system for operating a fitness exercise equipment are provided. In a preferred embodiment of the present disclosure, a system for operating a fitness exercise equipment comprises a processor and a memory device electronically coupled to the processor, the memory device storing instructions which, when executed by the processor, direct the processor to acquire an initial exercise parameters entered by a user, determine an initial exercise program based on the initial exercise parameters, and initiate movement of the fitness exercise equipment in correspondence with the initial exercise program, where the instruction to acquire the initial exercise parameters comprises instructions to detect commands entered by the user via built-in touch screen of the fitness exercise equipment, wherein instructions to detect commands entered by the user via built-in touch screen comprises detecting a curve drawn by the user on the built-in touch screen.

Abstract: A golf ball 2 has, on a surface thereof, a rugged pattern composed of a land 10 and a large number of dimples 8. A process for designing the rugged pattern includes the steps of: (1) arranging a large number of generating points on a surface of a phantom sphere; (2) assuming a large number of Voronoi regions on the surface of the phantom sphere by a Voronoi tessellation based on the large number of generating points; (3) calculating centers of gravity of the Voronoi regions and setting the centers of gravity as new generating points; (4) assuming a large number of new Voronoi regions on the surface of the phantom sphere by a Voronoi tessellation based on a large number of the new generating points; and (5) assigning dimples and a land to the surface of the phantom sphere based on contours of the new Voronoi regions.

Abstract: A football having a prolate spheroidal shape including longitudinally spaced apart first and second ends. The football is capable of being analyzed under computational fluid dynamics analysis, and includes upper and lower central regions. Each positioned between first and second upper and lower end regions, respectively. The football further includes a bladder, a cover, a plurality of boundary layer trip mechanisms coupled to the upper and/or lower central regions, and a lacing coupled to the upper central region. The analysis includes first and second configurations. The first configuration is conducted on the football with the trip mechanisms, and the second configuration is conducted on the football without the trip mechanisms. The first and second configurations provide first and second drag coefficients, respectively. The first coefficient is at least 3 percent lower than the second coefficient. The length of the upper and lower central regions is defined by the lacing.

Abstract: A golf club head for playing golf made by a method including providing a powdered metal, and applying a controlled source of energy to the powdered metal layer by layer to form a golf club head, wherein the golf club head is a hollow golf club head having a supporting lattice formed within the hollow golf club head.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are various embodiments of a golf club head having improved mass distribution characteristics. The golf club head includes a body and a face positioned at a forward portion of the body. The golf club head also includes one or more mass elements positioned at predetermined locations about the head. The mass elements assist in achieving a desired relationship between the moment of inertia about a center of gravity x-axis and the moment of inertia about a center of gravity z-axis.

Abstract: A golf club head having a high COR that is durable and has desirable acoustic qualities. The club head includes a body portion, a striking face and a crown forming a hollow cavity of at least 150 cc in volume. The body portion defines a front opening and an upper opening, and it includes a sole and a side section that extends rearward of the front opening. The striking plate is secured to the body portion, enclosing the front opening. While partially assembled, final weighting and/or other attachment of other members to the inner surface of the club head can be preformed, as desired. The crown is secured to the body portion, enclosing the upper opening. A surface veil may also be provided about a junction of the crown and body. The crown has a maximum thickness no greater than about 2 mm. The density of the crown is less than the density of the body portion.

Abstract: Embodiments of grooves of golf club heads and methods to manufacture grooves of golf club heads are generally described herein. Other embodiments may be described and claimed.

Abstract: Golf club heads include at least one weight port situated to retain weights and positioned above an approximate club face geometric center with the club in a standard address position. One, two, or more weight ports can be located above the club face center in a club crown or other portion of a club body. Club head vertical center of gravity can be selected to compensate dynamic loft associated with locating the club head center of gravity well behind the club face. Three-dimensional adjustment of club head center of gravity is possible.

Abstract: A variable length golf club shaft is disclosed herein. The variable length shaft includes a hollow lower shaft with a plurality of holes, a hollow upper shaft with at least one protrusion extending from an inner surface that is sized to fit within the plurality of holes, and an unlocking bar. The shaft length can be adjusted by sliding the upper shaft over the lower shaft and using the unlocking bar to release the protrusion from the holes to allow overall shaft length adjustments. in another embodiment, the variable length shaft includes a hollow lower shaft, a hollow upper shaft, an engaging insert, and a locking bar.

Abstract: A grip for sporting equipment is provided having at least one grip end, a grip end portion extending from each of the at least one grip ends, and a center portion adapted to receive the gripping end of the equipment. Each grip end portion defines a receiver for receiving one or more layers substantially overlaying the center portion. Typically, the grip end portions are fabricated of durable material for protecting the grip ends from damage. The receivers reduce adhesive leakage from between the center portion and the layers and from between the layers. The receivers also protect opposed ends of the layers from damage. The layers may be fabricated of lightweight materials. The thickness of layers formed of lightweight materials may be increased without greatly increasing the grip's weight, thereby increasing the grip's size without greatly increasing its weight.

Abstract: Methods and apparatuses related to golf club grips with attached or embedded RFID tags are described. In an embodiment, a RFID tag is attached to or embedded into a golf club grip and a RFID reader incorporated into a personal computing device may read or capture information associated with the RFID tag. The device may be configured to provide notifications to the golfer based on the captured information.

Abstract: A fitting method of a shaft of a golf club for selecting a shaft matching a golfer based on a swing of the golfer. The method includes the steps of obtaining measurement values from a sensor attached to a grip of a golf club; determining address, top, and impact of a swing from the measurement values; and selecting a shaft that matches a golfer through a usage of the swing characteristic amounts and values.

Abstract: A night golfing system provides an EL wire for outlining features of a golf course, to facilitate night golfing. The system employs a specific color-coding scheme as follows: Green—surrounds the surface of the green; Yellow—surrounds the surface of the bunker; Blue—surrounds or laid out to the side of the water hazard; Red—surrounds or laid out to the side of the hazard line; White—used to outline the walking/riding path and the Tee Box. An LED golf ball can be used with the invention. A specific color coding system is contemplated. Also, in a separate embodiment, LED strips can be used instead of EL wire.

Abstract: An interchangeable golf grip secured by a snap compression unit that enters into a golf club shaft.

Abstract: A modular basketball backboard with a rim contains: a backboard, a rim, and three fixing ropes. The backboard includes a first front face and a first back face, and the first back face has a longitudinal adjusting rope secured thereon. The rim is mounted on the first front face of the backboard. Two ends of two of the three fixing ropes are inserted and tied on two sides of the backboard, and one end of another of the three fixing ropes is tied on the longitudinal adjusting rope of the first back face of the backboard. The backboard and the rim are fixed and suspended by tying the three fixing ropes for shooting a basketball into the rim. Thereby, the backboard and the rim are fixed, removed, and height adjustable easily. Preferably, the modular basketball backboard with the rim cooperates with a bouncer to enhance convenience and entertainment.

Abstract: A light-up shuffleboard disc includes a lighting component, and a disc component with a cavity for receiving the lighting component. The disc component is constructed so as to allow light from the lighting component to illuminate the shuffleboard disc when the lighting component is received within the cavity of the disc component. A light-up shuffleboard set includes a light-up shuffleboard court, and a plurality of light-up shuffleboard discs.

Abstract: A tee for supporting a baseball comprising a longitudinal shaft comprising a first end and a second end, a base structure coupled to said first end and configured to rest on a surface, a mesh support connected to said second end of said shaft. The tee further comprising a coupler adapted to rigidly affix said mesh support to said second end of said shaft, wherein said shaft is adapted to change the distance of said mesh support above said surface.