Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for guiding a target object with an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) in an environment. The UAV may be able to recognize and locate the target object. The UAV can be configured to communicate the actions and behavior of the target object to a user through a user device in communication with the UAV. The UAV can provide positive and negative stimuli to the target object to encourage an action or behavior. The UAV can be configured to recognize and manage waste generated by the target object.

Abstract: A pet leash applied to a pet is disclosed. The pet leash includes a leash, a fastening part and a connecting part. The leash includes a front leash end and a rear leash end. The fastening part is mounted between the front leash end and the rear leash end, wherein the fastening part is closer to the front leash end than to the rear leash end. The connecting part is connected to the front leash end; the connecting part is used for fastening to the fastening part to form a fixed collar ring for fastening the pet.

Abstract: A poultry house has a floor with a surface area. Lifter covers substantially the entire surface area of the floor. A nourishment dispensing device, which is preferably a water trough or other watering device, is preferably positioned above the floor and litter in a nourishment area. A platform is located in the nourishment area above the litter and floor, and below the nourishment dispensing device. The platform is preferably comprised of a grate or a series of slats, and preferably extends throughout substantially the entire nourishment area. The platform is constructed with through-holes or slits which are structured to allow liquids, such as, to pass through the platform to the lifter below. However, the through-holes or slits are not so large as to allow the feet of chicken or other poultry from passing there through to make contact with the wet litter below.

Abstract: A liquid bird feeder provides a liquid container having a sealable top opening and a bottleneck extension at its other end, and a liquid tray having a well adapted to receive the bottleneck extension and at least one feeding port. The sidewall of the well is provided with at least one drain hole and the sidewall of the bottleneck extension with at least one port. The container and bottleneck extension are rotatable within the well to selectively align and misalign the port with the well drain hole to respectively open and close the drain hole upon rotation of the container. In an alternate embodiment, the bottleneck extension is fitted with a collar rotatable with the container. The collar is received in the liquid tray well and includes at least one port. A liquid flow path is formed in the liquid tray for each feeding port to reduce the volume of nectar in the tray at any given time.

Abstract: Apparatuses and methods for growing filamentous algae are disclosed. An apparatus comprises vertical surfaces such as plates or tubes which are suspended above the fill line of a water tank. Surfaces can have a frosted texture for algal growth. The surfaces are kept moist by pumping water from the tank through spray bars to the surfaces. Sprayed water drips back into the water tank. Algae growing on a surface can be processed into products such as biofuel and glycerin. Aquatic animals such as fish can be grown in a tank. An aquatic animal can generate nitrogenous waste as nutrient for algae, and provide food for human consumption. The amount of harvestable algae produced by an apparatus can exceed the amount produced from other systems of comparable size over comparable durations. An apparatus can also be utilized to scrub CO2.

Abstract: Genetically modified mammals are described which lack the mannan binding lectin associated serine protease MASP-2, together with methods and constructs for their production. Such mammals are useful as models for disorders of the complement system, and in the identification of treatments for such disorders. Also described are mammals which lack the associated protein MAp19; such mammals may also lack MASP-2.

Abstract: A drain system having a body adjustably coupled to a drain. The body can be rotated along its threads and engage a seal in the drain to substantially prevent water from flowing out of the drain. When rotated the opposite direction, the body can be spaced from the seal and allow water to flow out of the drain. The drain can also include holes that allow water to flow into the drain when the body is rotated so as to be spaced from the seal.

Abstract: A device that is inserted within a bait container or typical five (5) gallon bucket to subdivide said container or bucket into two (2) compartments. Additionally, the insert will allow water to flow through it and provide any bait oxygenated water in the newly created compartments from one (1) oxygen source (aerator).

Abstract: Horseshoe comprising two legs connected by a bridge (3), characterized the bridge (3) comprises physical markers (1, 2) provided directly opposite one another in both a support surface (5) and a ground surface (4), wherein said physical markers (I, 2) function as a guide for cutting through the bridge (3) of the horseshoe.

Abstract: A substantially u-shaped horseshoe connected to a hoof of a horse adaptable for use on different surfaces without removing the horseshoe from the horse. The horseshoe has a cavity formed within a center of the closed portion of the u-shaped horseshoe. The horseshoe further has a removable insert having a toe grab configured to be positioned within the cavity.

Abstract: An electrically heated barrier for containers storing organic waste that generates a temperature that blocks housefly maggots incubated in the container's waste from emerging to the exterior of the container, and that inhibits maggots and other crawling invertebrates on the exterior of the container from accessing the waste stored therein.

Abstract: A system and method for eradicating burrowing rodents uses an internal combustion engine running at high speed and zero mechanical load to convert gasoline and air into pressurized carbon monoxide entrained in an inert gas mixture consisting mostly of nitrogen and water vapor. A heat exchanger cools the exhaust gas and provides it to one or more outputs. Respective hoses are coupled to the outputs, with each hose coupled to an injector tube adapted for insertion into a subterranean tunnel in which a rodent may be present. The engine is preferably mounted on a wheeled tubular frame which may be part of a hand truck or a trailer frame, with the frame serving as both structural member and as heat exchanger. The system pumps gas into the tunnel, replacing the existing atmosphere with oxygen poor, CO rich gas that causes the rodents to succumb to a combination of CO poisoning and hypoxia.

Abstract: A bat deterrent system to deter bats from approaching wind turbines may include a first deterrent box having a first and second transducer bank. The first transducer bank may include a first set of transducers located on a first plane and a second set of transducers located on a second plane. The second plane may be different from the first plane. The bat deterrent system may also include a second deterrent box having a third and fourth transducer bank. The third transducer bank may include a third set of transducers located on a third plane and a fourth set of transducers located on a fourth plane. The fourth plane may be different from the third plane. At least one transducer may simultaneously emit a different ultrasonic output waveform than the ultrasonic output waveform emitted from another transducer.

Abstract: The carriers that are available in the market don't maintain all the necessary parameters that I am mentioning in my invention. Many of them are: 1) Costly 2) Allow the transport of cells for short period of time 3) Are suitable for transporting certain type of cells 4) Don't include control for all the parameters that are required for the experiments 4) Need extra steps which can affect the experiment/organs and waste the time, efforts and money of the researchers. 5) Limit the researchers for using containers with certain sizes and materials. Alternatively, the Mini-incubator carrier box in my invention is an economic transport system. It enables the researchers to fix different containers using clamps and screws and to transport the organs/samples/cells in any container for long period of time and long distance under optimized conditions without the need of extra steps/costs.

Abstract: A system, method, and device for preserving blood and its components is described. The system and method generally include a device having a body defining a chamber, the chamber being configured to receive at least one bag containing blood or its components, the at least one bag being permeable to gas, for example, xenon. A cover is hermetically sealable to the body. An inlet is in fluid communication with the chamber. A pressure indicator is configured to indicate pressure in the chamber, the pressure indicator including a conduit containing a liquid. A portion of the conduit is transparent such that the liquid is visible. A source of pressurized gas, such as xenon, is provided to provide the pressurized gas to the chamber.

Abstract: The invention relates to a use, a method and a poison in which a thrombin inhibitor, a thrombin receptor antagonist, a factor Xa inhibitor, a PAI (plasminogen activator inhibitor), a P2Y12 ADP receptor antagonist or a GPIIb/IIIa receptor antagonist are used as rodenticide.

Abstract: A stable self emulsifiable alkylated oil based adjuvant with pH buffer capabilities, a method of preparing an adjuvant and use of adjuvant with industrial, turf, ornamental, horticultural and agricultural applications.

Abstract: Various trashcans, their coatings, and coatings for other household goods are disclosed. In certain implementations, the disclosed coatings are antimicrobial. Various methods for forming antimicrobial coatings for household goods are also disclosed. In some embodiments, the antimicrobial coating comprises a substrate and an antimicrobial agent. In certain implementations the coating can be applied to a household good where the coating leaves a substantially streak-free finish. Some embodiments pertain to protective films that can be removed from a coated household good without leaving residue.

Abstract: The invention is directed to an aqueous seed coating composition comprising one or more active ingredients, to a pre-blend and use thereof as a component of the seed coating composition, to a method for improving the bio-efficacy of an active ingredient in a seed coating, and to a coated seed. The seed coating composition and/or pre-blend of the invention further comprise a wax, and at least one pigment.

Abstract: An adjuvant composition for modifying the spray properties of an aqueous pesticide composition contains (a) at least one fatty deposition control agent, and (b)(ii) a liquid medium, one or more hydrotropes, and, optionally one or more surfactants, or (b)(ii) one or more surfactants, and adjuvant compositions for modifying the spray properties of an aqueous pesticide composition contains (c) at least one deposition control agent, and (d)(ii) a liquid medium, one or more hydrotropes, and, optionally one or more surfactants, or (d)(ii) one or more surfactants, and use thereof in agricultural applications.

Abstract: The invention relates to hand disinfectants, containing at least 40 weight percent of water and at least one dissolving ether, wherein the at least one dissolving ether is an ether that has a molecular weight greater than 107 daltons, a melting point less than 303 K, and a boiling point greater than 373 K, the solubility in water of the ether being at least 50%, wherein the ether reduces the solubility of calcium adducts and magnesium adducts of proteins and of amino sugars in water at least to a half, preferably to a third, especially preferably to a fourth, in particular to a fifth. Said hand disinfectants can be used as monoalcohol-free hand disinfectants.

Abstract: The present invention provides a feed additive composition comprising ?-hydroxy-?-methylbutyrate (HMB). Methods of preventing, eliminating and/or reducing microbial contamination in animal feeds, including livestock and poultry feed and companion animal food, including pet foods such as kibble, chews and treats by adding HMB to the animal feed are provided. HMB can be mixed into the animal feed or applied as a coating or glaze.

Abstract: Alexandrian laurel (Danae racemosa L.) is a highly demanded evergreen shrub. However, seed germination often takes up to 12 to 18 months with a germination rate of only about 20%. Also, due to its slow-growth rate, it typically takes up to six years to produce a saleable one-gallon size plant. Germinating seeds in the presence of cytokinins and/or auxins increased in vitro shoot multiplication and seedling quality enhancement. Benzyladenine was found to balance seedling development by simultaneously accelerating shoot growth and slowing down root growth, whereas thidiazuron significantly promoted shoot multiplication and proliferation by producing 5-30 shoots per seed.

Abstract: The present invention provides biocides as well as methods of use thereof for controlling pests, particularly vector pests such as mosquitoes and other hematophagous pests.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions comprising a triazole compound as component I and as a component II a compound selected from (II-1) to (II-8) and to the agrochemical compositions and the uses thereof.

Abstract: Herbicidal compositions with clomazone are provided in which clomazone has reduced volatility.

Abstract: A sixteen-membered macrolide compound and use thereof, the compound structure being represented in formula (I), wherein R is CH3 or C2H5. The present compound has a wide range of application in the preparation of chemicals for preventing and controlling insect pests and mites of agriculture and forestry.

Abstract: The present invention relates to improved ophthalmic solutions that employ select B vitamins; pyridoxine and its salts; and thiamine and its salts in order to more effectively preserve solutions and to reduce the degree to which cationic preservatives will deposit on contact lenses. Ophthalmic solutions are here understood to include contact lens treatment solutions, such as cleaners, soaking solutions, conditioning solutions and lens storage solutions, as well as wetting solutions and in-eye solutions for treatment of eye conditions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for controlling undesired rats and mice comprising the steps of placing on a first day cholecalciferol baits at bait points in an environment to be protected and leaving the baits for a baiting time at the bait points, where the baiting time is less than 10 days for the control of mice and less than 15 days for the control of rats; or where the cholecalciferol baits are placed only on the first day of the baiting time and optionally on up to 3 further times within the baiting time in the environment to be protected.

Abstract: A composition for treating an inorganic slurry, the composition including: (a) a tetrakis(hydroxyorgano)phosphonium salt; and (b) a dispersant selected from the group consisting of (i) a phosphonated compound containing at least one tertiary nitrogen atom, the phosphonated compound being a tetra sodium salt of nitrilo-tris(methylene phosphonate); and (ii) a homopolymer of an unsaturated acid, the homopolymer being a homopolymer of acrylic acid having a molecular weight in the range of 2,000 to 5,000.

Abstract: Peracid stable fluorescent active compounds in highly acidic, equilibrium peroxycarboxylic acid sanitizing compositions are disclosed as having improved fluorescent stability allowing for monitoring of peroxycarboxylic acid concentration by conductivity and/or optical sensors. Beneficially, the compositions are also low odor and low/no VOC dual functioning acid wash and sanitizing compositions.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods for the prevention, control, disruption and treatment of bacterial biofilms with lysin, particularly lysin having capability to kill Staphylococcal bacteria, including drug resistant Staphylococcus aureus, particularly the lysin PlySs2. The invention also provides compositions and methods for use in treatment or modulation of bacterial biofilm(s) and biofilm formation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition comprising at least one biological control agent. Furthermore, the present invention relates to the use of this composition as well as a method for reducing overall damage of plants and plant parts.

Abstract: Preparation process for repellent materials against fleas, mites and insects, comprising at least two steps, the first step of which is to obtain a basic composition comprising liquid vegetable extracts, water and essential oils, and the second step of which is used to solidify the mixture by adding a solidifying premix comprising alginates, a vegetable gum and optionally solidification retarders such as dry hydrophilic plants, water chelators or other substances, even chemicals. The repellent materials are used as recharges in pockets provided in repellent collars for dogs or cats, horses or other animals, in bracelets for humans, in saddlecloths for horses and are dry and solid materials, which are kept at ambient temperature or in a refrigerator, and are stable over time, without losing the repellent value of the vegetable or natural substances included therein.

Abstract: A baking device is provided. The baking device includes a housing enclosing a baking compartment and an air handling compartment, the air handling compartment and the baking compartment being separated by a pressure panel that defines a rear wall of the baking compartment, the pressure panel including an aperture allowing fluid communication between the baking and air handling compartments. A blower wheel is mounted in conjunction with the aperture, such that rotation of the blower wheel urges air movement from the baking compartment and into the air handling compartment. A secondary blower is arranged in fluid communication with the air handling compartment, wherein operation of the secondary blower urges ambient air into the air handling compartment.

Abstract: The noodle cutter is installed on a common noodle making apparatus. The noodle cutter enables the noodle making apparatus to manufacture noodles which have various three-dimensional shapes, and various sizes. Accordingly, a person can hold the noodles in the three-dimensional shape more easily with chopsticks. The noodles cut by the noodle cutter have embossed surfaces, thereby providing unique shapes that stimulate appetite, differentiated texture, and further enhancing the flavor of noodles. The noodle cutter comprises: rotation shafts (10,11) arranged in parallel with each other and driven by a motor; a first roller (20) and a second roller (21) provided on the outer peripheral surface of the rotation shafts (10, 11) in the form of a cylinder and driven to rotate in close contact with each other; and a molding groove (30) depressed inwardly along the outer peripheral surface of the first roller (20) and the second roller (21).

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of stabilizing a gluten network in a food product. The present invention further provides a dough improver and a method of making said dough improver. Further aspects relate to the use of the dough improver, compositions comprising the dough improver, uses of such compositions, and to food products comprising the dough improver.

Abstract: A poultry tenderloin extraction apparatus is provided and includes: a fixing jig being moved while holding a poultry carcass; a poultry tenderloin extraction body section disposed on each of left and right sides with respect to a conveying direction of the fixing jig; and a first moving unit and a second moving unit, for moving the poultry tenderloin extraction body section toward/away from the moving fixing jig, respectively. The poultry tenderloin extraction body section includes a clamping device having: a clamping lower plate and a clamping upper plate for clamping the poultry tenderloin therebetween when the poultry tenderloin extraction body section moves toward the fixing jig. The poultry tenderloin is separated from the poultry carcass by a movement of the fixing jig toward a front side in the conveying direction and a movement of the poultry tenderloin extraction body section away from the fixing jig by the second moving unit.

Abstract: A shoulder incision-making apparatus for a poultry carcass according to the present invention is for cutting a shoulder joint section of a poultry carcass, and includes: a fixing jig on which a poultry carcass which is eviscerated and which has leg parts removed is to be placed and fixed; a conveyer forming a conveyance path of the fixing jig and configured to convey the fixing jig along the conveyance path; a first cutter disposed in the conveyance path; and a second cutter disposed in the conveyance path at a downstream side of the first cutter in a conveying direction. The first cutter is configured to make an incision on the shoulder joint section of the poultry carcass, and the second cutter is configured to be inserted into the incision to cut the shoulder joint section.

Abstract: A method for rapidly cooling poultry carcasses during processing by injecting the carcasses with a composition including water and an antimicrobial agent. The composition may be in slush ice form or liquid form. The antimicrobial agent, such as peroxide, plays a critical role in this method. The antimicrobial agent serves to lower the freezing point of the chilled water of the composition below 32 degrees F., which allows greater heat exchange when the chilled water composition is injected into the warm interior of the carcasses. The antimicrobial agent also prevents bacterial contamination of the carcasses as a result of the possible transfer of bacteria from the exterior surface of the carcasses into the interior of the carcasses during injection.

Abstract: A system and a method for removing a thigh bone from a defeathered whole leg poultry product includes providing a leg product including a thigh, a drumstick and a knee joint. In the leg product, a transverse cut has been provided at the knee joint transverse to the thigh bone and the tibia bone, which extends from one side of the leg product to a cut end so that the thigh and the drumstick are connected to each other, by which transverse cut a drumstick side cut plane and a thigh side cut plane are created. While keeping the thigh and the drumstick connected to each other, changing the angle between the thigh and thereby exposing the thigh side cut plane, while keeping the thigh meat and the drumstick connected to each other, removing the thigh bone from the thigh meat via the thigh side cut plane.

Abstract: Provided are nutritional compositions containing dietary butyrate. The nutritional compositions may exhibit additive or synergistic beneficial health effects when consumed. Further provided are methods for improving the shelf-stability and/or organoleptic properties of nutritional compositions including dietary butyrate.

Abstract: A packaged product consisting essentially of a chilled dairy beverage in closed cup is disclosed. The beverage may be foamed by shaking, to provide pleasant foamy texture.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are melt-restricted, natural cheeses, and methods of providing melt-restricted, natural cheeses.

Abstract: A method for brewing and chilling a brewed beverage such as tea includes brewing the beverage; combining the brewed beverage with a chilling medium; and covering the combined brewed beverage and chilling medium with an air-tight lid assembly to form an airtight seal. The combined brewed beverage and chilling medium may then be agitated. The airtight seal traps vapor generated from the beverage during the chilling, thereby causing the vapor to re-enter the beverage to maintain optimum flavor.

Abstract: There is disclosed a method for manufacturing baked confectionery, comprising: a step of adding water and polyglycerol polyricinoleate to an fat-based confectionery dough; a step of molding the resulting fat-based confectionery dough into a predetermined shape; and a step of baking the molded product. According to this manufacturing method, handleability and workability during molding of the fat-based confectionery dough can be ensured, while improving the shape retention during baking of the fat-based confectionery.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method for recovering protein hydrolysates from high-fat protein concentrates. The method can be used, for example, to produce a whey protein hydrolysate from the by-product retentate of the manufacture of whey protein isolates, as well as to isolate the milk fat globule membrane from a high-fat whey protein concentrate starting material.

Abstract: The present invention relates to hydrothermally processed microorganism biomass and a feed or food composition comprising said biomass for use in preventing or reducing the adverse effects of mycotoxinsin animal or human digestive tract.

Abstract: A method for monitoring cooking in an oven appliance includes drawing cooking vapors or gases from a cooking chamber to a fluid analysis assembly of the oven appliance during a gas or vapor analysis cooking cycle, determining a cooking status of the food item within the cooking chamber with the controller of the oven appliance based upon a response pattern of a plurality of fluid sensors of the fluid analysis assembly to the cooking vapors or gases during the gas or vapor analysis cooking cycle, and activating an alert with the controller of the oven appliance when the cooking status of the food item within the cooking chamber is a particular cooking status.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a compound, method of making the compound, method of using such compound preferably in the form of a dietary supplement that, when administered, is capable of use by any individuals, including patients having thyroid disease or various thyroid-related disorders. The unique combination of the composition is preferably administered orally, and preferably in the form of a drink. In some embodiments, the composition includes at least organic chlorella, organic dulse, organic acai, organic carrot, organic pineapple, apple pectin, organic inulin, PR-4 probiotic strain—preferably “Bacillus Coagulans,” organic wheat grass, organic beet root, organic ulva, organic evaporated cane juice, natural flavorsweet flavor, sodium chloride, citric acid, organic guar gum, creamy vanilla flavor, natural raspberry flavor, and natural mixed berry flavor.