Abstract: Disclosed herein is a crankbait tuning device comprising a main lever arm comprising a first main lever arm major side, a second main lever arm major side, and a first handle portion, the first lever arm major side comprising a first interlocking portion and a main lever arm threaded portion; a torque setting knob comprising a mating threaded portion, wherein the mated threaded portion is attached to the main lever arm threaded portion in mated threaded fashion; an opposing lever arm comprising a second handle portion and a first jaw portion, the opposing lever arm pivotally attached to the main lever arm; and a movable lever arm comprising a first movable lever arm major side and a second movable lever arm major side, wherein the first movable lever arm major side comprises a second jaw portion and a second interlocking portion, wherein the movable lever arm first major side is disposed between the torque setting knob and the main lever arm and pivotally attached to the main lever arm such that the first int

Abstract: A container mountable on a fishing rod has a first cylinder and a second cylinder, wherein the second cylinder is at least partially received within the first cylinder and wherein there is a hook opening in each cylinder for receiving a fishing hook, lure, and/or bait. The second cylinder may further have a sidewall slot extending from the hook opening at least partially around the circumference of the second cylinder. The first cylinder may further have two securing arms configured to receive an elastic band for securing to a rod.

Abstract: Described herein is a fishing rod carrier. The fishing rod carrier may comprise a front holder portion. The front holder portion may comprise a foam body surrounding an opening for receiving a tip end of a fishing rod and a first connector assembly proximate to the foam body. The fishing rod carrier may comprise a rear holder portion. The rear holder portion may comprise a semi-cylindrical body for receiving a handle end of the fishing rod and a second connector assembly proximate to the semi-cylindrical body. The fishing rod carrier may comprise a first rail configured to receive one or more of the first connector and the second connector.

Abstract: A fishing rod holding apparatus is provided. The apparatus may include a crossbar and one or more rod receivers affixed to the crossbar. Each of the rod receivers may be configured to receive a fishing rod. Further, the apparatus may include at least one bracket engaged with the crossbar and configured to engage a boat. The apparatus may additionally include an actuator engaged with crossbar and configured to rotate the crossbar to change an angle of the one or more rod receivers with respect to the vertical plane. A related boat and a related boat accessory operation method are also provided.

Abstract: Provided is a blowing device that can provide improved convenience. In a blowing device 1 provided with a casing 2 that has openings as an air inflow port 20 and an air blow-off port 5 formed therethrough and includes a blower 10 therein, a cover member 3 that is demountably mounted to the casing 2 so as to cover the inflow port 20 and has a plurality of openings each formed therethrough as an air suction port 4, and an insect catching portion 50 that is arranged on an inner surface of the cover member 3 and catches insects, the insect catching portion 50 is formed by stacking, via a release agent, a plurality of insect catching sheets 51 each formed of a base material sheet 52 with an adhesive 53 applied on one surface thereof.

Abstract: An insect pest control product applicable to a water-based insecticidal composition with stable performance over a long time, which comprises a thermal vaporization/diffusion absorbent wick for vaporizing and diffusing a water-based insecticidal composition containing a pyrethroid insecticidal component having a vapor pressure of 2×10?4 to 1×10?2 mmHg at 30° C., a glycol ether compound having a boiling point of 150-300° C., and water. The wick has a water/oil-based liquid absorption ratio (V1/V2) within the range of 0.55-1.0, calculated from a speed (V1) at which a water-based liquid formulation rises through the wick, and a speed (V2) at which an oil-based liquid formulation rises through the wick, the water-based liquid formulation contains 40 mass % of diethylene glycol monobutyl ether, and the oil-based liquid formulation is a fluid paraffin having 14 carbon atoms.

Abstract: Bird Saver Light prevents or minimizes bird collisions with glazing. BSL is deployable from within a building. BSL operates on the critical Fourth Surface of insulated glazing units. BSL avoids warranty issues associated with films and appliqués. BSL is potentially critical in protecting wild bird populations.

Abstract: A wireless power transfer (WPT) control method using an object detection sensor, performed at a WPT apparatus, may include detecting whether or not an object exists between a transmission pad and a reception pad mounted on an electric vehicle (EV) using an object detection sensor; in response to detecting that an object does not exist between the transmission pad and the reception pad, controlling the transmission pad to perform WPT to the reception pad; and in response to detecting that an object exists between the transmission pad and the reception pad, generating ultrasonic waves using an ultrasonic wave generator.

Abstract: In accordance with one embodiment, the comprehensive systems and methods assists in creating an environment of controlling iguana infestation at the same time being harmless to people and pets. The Iguana Barrier creates a temporary wall (used on initial treatment of infested property). The Iguana Sea Wall Barrier prevents them from accessing property from the water. Our Iguana Piling Wraps prohibit access via the dock. The Iguana Tree Guards prevent iguanas from climbing up into trees. Our products and services have been proven to remove iguana from infested areas.

Abstract: Implementations of an artificial food pile are provided. In some implementations, the food pile comprises a first surface, a second surface on an opposing side to the first surface thereby forming a flat, round, two-side article having a predetermined thickness and predetermined diameter, and a cut extending through the article from an edge toward the center of the article thereby forming a first flap and a second flap. In some implementations, kernels of corn are printed on the first surface. To form a cone shape with the first surface facing up to resemble a corn pile, one of the flaps formed by the slit is pulled under the other flap. In some implementations, a reflective ring, design, or solid color may be printed on the second surface. In this way, when the second surface is facing up, the cone may be used as a signaling aide, a megaphone, a hat, or any other suitable use.

Abstract: Provided in some aspects are methods and compositions for preserving platelets or other cells. In some embodiments, a platelet storage media or cell storage media may comprise a low molecular weight polyethylene glycol (e.g. PEG-400) to allow for extended storage and/or refrigeration of the platelets or cells.

Abstract: An aqueous organ preservation solution includes taurine and L-alanine-L-glutamine and glutamic acid. The organ preservation composition can be stored in a solid state, for example in the form of small particles (e.g. a powder or micronized powder), and be dissolved in water, thereby instantly providing a ready-to-use organ preservation solution.

Abstract: A lung perfusion solution comprises a base solution comprising a physiological mixture of electrolytes and buffers, 3.5-5.5% (w/v) a first macromolecule having a molecular weight of 40-100 KDa, and an amount of a second, high molecular weight, macromolecule sufficient to adjust the relative viscosity of the solution to 2.0-3.0.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides an adjuvant composition that includes a maleated natural oil derivative. The adjuvant composition may be incorporated into agrochemical formulations and applied to target substrates to kill, inhibit, or repel pests.

Abstract: A laminate including a substrate, an antibacterial agent-containing layer on a surface of the substrate, and a moisture triggering layer on the antibacterial agent-containing layer is provided, wherein the antibacterial agent-containing layer contains a volatile antibacterial agent, and the moisture triggering layer contains a hydrophilic polymer such as polyvinylpyrrolidone. The laminate releases a relatively larger amount of anti-bacterial agent in vapor form in a humid environment in comparison with a dry environment.

Abstract: Provided is a lyoprotected microcapsule for increasing the survival of a microorganism, such as Pantoea agglomerans E325, after lyophilization and/or storage, which includes an interior core having at least one live microorganism; a first polymer; and at least one nutrient, as well as an exterior shell having second polymer. The lyoprotected microcapsule also includes at least one lyoprotective agent. The polymer may include alginate and the lyoprotective agent may include maltodextrin, trehalose and combinations thereof. Microorganisms within the lyoprotected microcapsules exhibit enhanced survival after lyophilization and/or storage. Also provided are methods for producing such lyoprotected microcapsules and methods for using the lyoprotected microcapsules.

Abstract: Formulations are provided containing no VOC's or alternatively are low in VOC's for wide area space spray to control mosquitoes, flies, and other public health pests. When applied as an ultra-low volume (ULV) spray, these formulations have been observed to provide significantly superior control of pests.

Abstract: Formulations are provided containing no VOC's or alternatively are low in VOC's for wide area space spray to control mosquitoes, flies, and other public health pests. When applied as an ultra-low volume (ULV) spray, these formulations have been observed to provide significantly superior control of pests.

Abstract: Provided herein are compounds that exhibit activity as acetyl-CoA carboxylase modulators (e.g., inhibitors) and are useful, for example, in methods for the control of fungal pathogens in plants.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to an enhanced biocide composition containing an isothiazolinone and a pyrithione. In particular, the composition contains an isothiazolinone, a pyrithione, a zinc compound, and an organic amine. According to the present disclosure, the combination of components employed within the composition provides a synergistic effect against microorganisms, such as bacteria and fungi.

Abstract: Compositions and processes for controlling nematodes are described herein, e.g., nematodes that infest plants or animals. The compounds include oxazoles, oxadiazoles and thiadiazoles.

Abstract: A description is given of herbicidal compositions which comprise the active ingredients isoxaflutole and diflufenican. These herbicidal compositions are particularly suitable for use against weed plants in crops of useful plants.

Abstract: Compositions suitable for topical use to treat ectoparasite infestations are described. The compositions are suitable for use on the hair of humans or animals, without the need for pharmaceuticals or medicaments. The compositions are essentially nonaqueous and non-Newtonian, such that the compositions can be controllably delivered either manually or through use of a dispensing means. One such exemplary dispenser/applicator is described. Although the compositions are otherwise substantially free of water, they exhibit good risibility characteristics and pseudoplastic rheology. Methods for the use of the nonaqueous compositions and kits containing the compositions are also presented.

Abstract: The invention relates to methods, uses, systems, arrays, engineered nucleotide sequences and vectors for inhibiting bacterial population growth or for altering the relative ratio of sub-populations of first and second bacteria in a mixed population of bacteria. The invention is particularly useful, for example, for treatment of microbes such as for environmental, medical, food and beverage use. The invention relates inter alia to methods of controlling microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC) or biofouling of a substrate or fluid in an industrial or domestic system.

Abstract: A material processing system includes an oven that cooks or bakes, with electrical resistance, dough contained within containers. The oven can include a frame defining, devices mounted, in a preselected pattern, on the frame for a reciprocal movement in a vertical direction during use of the system, each device configured to connect voltage to a respective container so as to cook or bake the dough with the electrical resistance, and one or more powered members configured to move the devices in the vertical direction. Conveyors are also provided to convey a plurality of rows of containers with a plurality of containers in each row along a material conveyance path, the conveyors disposed in a series with each other and with the oven along the material conveyance path, one of the conveyors disposed within the oven so as to position a batch of the containers in an alignment with the devices.

Abstract: A cooking appliance including a cleaning environment provided to be able to easily remove contaminants inside the cooking appliance by heating the inside of a cooking room to a temperature for amorphization of the contaminants, and method for controlling the same. The cooking appliance includes a main body configured to have a cooking room; a steam generator configured to supply steam to the cooking room; a water supplier arranged in the main body and configured to store water; and a pump assembly configured to supply water to the steam generator and the cooking room from the water supplier.

Abstract: Described are methods and compositions relating to dough compositions leavened by chemical leavening systems that include acidic chemical leavening agent and encapsulated basic chemical leavening agent, wherein the dough composition can be refrigerated in a low pressure package that contains a carbon dioxide atmosphere.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to the field of foams. One aspect of the invention provides a foam having a continuous lipid phase and a porosity of between and 80% wherein, at a temperature at which the lipid phase has a solid lipid content between 0.1 and 80% the foam comprises gas bubbles having at least 50% of their surface occupied by crystals comprising triglycerides. Further aspects of the invention are a product comprising a foam and a process for forming a foam.

Abstract: Method and processing line for inspecting a poultry carcass and/or a viscera package taken out from the poultry carcass. The poultry carcass and/or viscera package may be suspended from a poultry carrier and a viscera carrier that move in the processing line. The inspection may be carried out by an inspector selecting a particular poultry carcass and/or viscera package as to be rejected. A selection device can be operated to select the poultry carcass and/or viscera package suspended from the carrier to be rejected.

Abstract: A crab cracking tool. The crab cracking tool includes a first member having a first handle connected to a first head portion and a second member having a second handle connected to a second head portion. The first head portion includes a first recess, a second recess, and a first gripping portion and the second head portion includes a third recess, a fourth recess, and a second gripping portion. A cutting tool disposed on the second member extends outwardly from a first end of the second head portion. The cutting tool includes an inner edge having a blade thereon. The inner edge is oriented inwardly toward an outer side of the second member defining an opening therebetween. The first member is pivotally secured to the second member, such that the first second members are configured to pivot between a closed position and an open position.

Abstract: A method of continuously treating a substance in the form of divided solids, includes the steps of introducing the substance into an enclosure in which there exists an ozonated atmosphere under pressure, conveying the substance in the enclosure with a continuous movement in such a manner that the substance is located continuously in the ozonated atmosphere while it is being conveyed in the enclosure, the substance being conveyed by a conveyor screw ounted to rotate inside the enclosure about a given axis, and unloading the substance from the enclosure via the outlet after a single passage of the substance through the enclosure.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for making and the composition of a non-dairy yogurt made from green banana flour, without the use of milk or soy products. The non-dairy yogurt has improved taste, texture and sensory characteristics compared to commercial non-dairy yogurts currently on the market.

Abstract: Food products and systems and methods for their production involve microfiltration (“MF”) of fluid skim to form a MF retentate, combining the MF retentate with cream and subjecting the combination to ultrafiltration (“UF”) to form a UF retentate. Prior to UF, the composition is formed of non-acidified components. Following UF, the UF retentate is acidified and forms a food product including a high solids content. The solids content may be further increased using evaporation. The resulting cheese or cheese base contains a lower whey protein ratio in a fat:casein:whey protein ratio compared to systems and methods that do not employ MF.

Abstract: A process for preparing a low-lactose or lactose free mammalian milk product comprises the steps of enzymatically hydrolysing the lactose present in mammalian milk, diluting the milk with a lactose-reduced liquid, and adding one or more of a protein, a mineral, a vitamin, a gum, a starch, a stabiliser, and/or an emulsifier to the milk.

Abstract: Provided is a packaged beverage, including the following components: (A) 0.025 mass % to 0.5 mass % of a non-polymer catechin; and (B) at least one selected from the group consisting of an ?-acid and an iso-?-acid, as well as a ?-acid, in which: a mass ratio of (B2) the ?-acid to the component (B), [(B2)/(B)], is 0.01 or more; and the packaged beverage has a pH of from 2 to 5.

Abstract: Disclosed is a confectionery product comprising: a hard, crunchy transparent outer coating comprising isomalt; a centre comprising one or more regions of confectionery material which are visible on the outer surface of the centre.

Abstract: A glaze with a viscosity ranging between 170 and 650 cP, less than 20% sugar, and less than 4% salt, is applied onto an uncooked dough product during a continuous process in the production of baked snack foods. The glaze maintains its form as a liquid free of solids at room temperatures despite the presence of over 15% sugar. The glaze is applied onto a dough the glazed product is then baked, forming a glazed baked snack food product having at least 5% of a smooth, shiny glaze on a surface of the snack food product.

Abstract: The invention relates to an apparatus for the treatment of spent material said treatment including the desolventisation and toasting of said spent material (DT) to yield desolventized spent material and/or the drying and cooling of said desolventized spent material (DC) to yield meal and/or their combination (DTDC), said apparatus being made of stacked trays supporting said spend material said apparatus being equipped with means to provide at least one fluid phase going through said spent material, wherein at least a portion of the said at least one fluid phase is pulsed through said spent material.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for producing a casein protein product comprising the steps of: providing a casein concentrate starting material; heat-treating the material; cooling the heat-treated material; subjecting the cooled material to a treatment with a crosslinking enzyme; optionally subjecting the cooled material to a treatment with a coagulant; and processing the material into the casein protein product/allowing the casein protein product to form.

Abstract: Pet food palatability enhancers based on organic acids and showing antimicrobial efficacy are described.

Abstract: A rumen by-pass composition for a ruminant includes an amine compound, and a fatty acid component, comprising an organic acid, wherein the amine compound and the organic acid are configured to form an amine-organic acid salt, and wherein the fatty acid component has a melting point not less than 40° C. and an Iodine Value not greater than 45.

Abstract: A rumen by-pass composition comprises a first rumen by-pass component and a nutritional composition, wherein the first rumen by-pass component comprises a first fatty acid composition having a melting point not less than 40° C. and an Iodine Value not greater than 30.

Abstract: Juice extraction using multiple pairs of juice extractors and comminutors which reduce the food pieces into successively smaller pieces with juice extraction occurring after each comminuting step. Coarse food pieces are pressed with extracted juice directed to a juice holding tank. The pressed coarse chop food pieces fall into the hopper of a second comminutor which performs a medium chop on the now pressed but still coarse chopped food pieces. The medium chopped food pieces are then fed from the second comminutor into the juice extraction chamber of a second juice extractor whereupon the medium chopped food pieces are pressed with extracted juice directed to a juice holding tank. Any number of comminutor and juice extraction pairs may be used in serial fashion to optimize the percentage of juice extracted in a minimum amount of time.

Abstract: A flavored beverage composition is provided. The flavored beverage composition includes at least one amino acid; at least one succinic compound; and at least one flavor ingredient.

Abstract: A retort system includes a vessel having an access opening accessible via a movable door, a basket supporting assembly within the vessel and along which container baskets are movable for loading into the vessel and unloading from the vessel and a heating system for heating containers for treatment within the vessel. A container basket load/unload system moves container baskets into the vessel and for moving container baskets out of the vessel, and includes a rigid chain unit aligned or alignable with the access opening such that a rigid chain can be moved along a chain feed path into the vessel via the access opening.

Abstract: An ozone generator includes at least four independent ozone generation control channels that energize at least four independent ozone generation plates. The at least four independent ozone generation control channels allow for multiple modes of operation, including sterilization, disinfecting, and managing, in addition to interleaved operation, which significantly extends the useful life of the individual ozone generation plates. The ozone generator is placed in a preexisting conditioned airflow that enters a conditioned airspace enclosed by a container. Being placed in the preexisting conditioned airflow, the ozone generator does not require a fan or other air movement device to actively transport ozone-enriched air or oxygen through the ozone generator.

Abstract: A process for dehydrating products with a dehydrator that includes a dehydration chamber, a heater for heating air in the dehydration chamber, and a fan for circulating air in the dehydrator includes receiving a set temperature at which to perform the dehydration and a set time for which to perform the dehydration. The process also includes setting the heater to operate in an on condition and setting the fan to run at a low speed until the temperature in the dehydration chamber reaches the set temperature. The process further includes setting the heater to an off condition and setting the fan to run at a high speed when the temperature in the dehydration chamber reaches the set temperature.

Abstract: A spaghetti squash package can include microwaveable packaging and instructions for spaghetti squash preparation including heating content of the microwaveable packaging and interacting with the content of the microwaveable packaging until noodles are formed.

Abstract: The preparation of a tofu-like product from canola meal is taught, comprising placing ground canola meal in an aqueous solution to form an aqueous ground canola meal, separating insoluble materials from liquids of the aqueous ground canola meal to isolate a canola milk, heating the canola milk to induce protein unfolding, cooling the canola milk to allow coagulation, adding a coagulant to the canola milk to induce coagulation and removing liquid from the curd to produce a soft solid product.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of rubusoside and certain mixtures containing rubusoside, preferably the use of certain rubusoside-containing mixtures, in particular Rubus suavissimus extracts, for masking, reducing or suppressing a bitter, sour and/or astringent taste impression. The invention further relates to orally consumable preparations, comprising at least one bitter, sour and/or astringent-tasting substance and rubusoside or certain rubusoside-containing mixtures, preferably certain Rubus suavissimus extracts, a corresponding method of producing said preparations and a method for reducing or suppressing the bitter, sour and/or astringent effect of a bitter, sour and/or astringent-tasting substance. The invention further relates to certain flavoring compositions that are particularly effective for masking, reducing or suppressing a bitter, sour and/or astringent taste impression.