Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the corn variety designated CV749310. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CV749310, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CV749310 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to corn seeds and plants produced by crossing plants of variety CV749310 with plants of another variety, such as another inbred line. The invention further relates to the inbred and hybrid genetic complements of plants of variety CV749310.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel lettuce cultivar Izabita and plant parts, seed, and tissue culture therefrom. The invention also provides methods for producing a lettuce plant by crossing the lettuce plants of the invention with themselves or another lettuce plant. The invention also provides lettuce plants produced from such a crossing as well as plant parts, seed, and tissue culture therefrom.

Abstract: A cat perch has a first set of suction cups. Each of the suction cups has a nipple with a hole extending through the nipple. A shelf has a first edge and a second edge. The first edge has a pin that extends through the hole in the nipple of one of the first set of suction cups. A set of straps extend from the second edge of the shelf to a second set of suction cups. Because the shelf is connected to the suction cups by a pin extending through the hole in the nipple of the suction cup, the shelf can be folded up and out of the way.

Abstract: An anti-slip bowl is described herein. A bowl can include a rigid first shell including a base and an outer wall continuously attached to the base, a rigid second shell including a base and an outer wall continuously attached to the base, and an anti-slip material positioned between the rigid first shell and the rigid second shell and protruding through a number of openings on the rigid second shell.

Abstract: A system for performing an animal-related action includes a self-propelled vehicle with a regulating unit including a transmitting and receiving device. The regulating unit is connected to a drive and control system of the vehicle, including an electric drive motor and a battery system. The system includes a central operating system provided with a transmitting and receiving device designed to communicate with the transmitting and receiving device of the vehicle. The central operating system includes a memory in which data are stored comprising navigation data, on the basis of which the vehicle is able to travel a predetermined route from a charging station, through at least a part of the operating area, and then back to the charging station. The central operating system transmits a packet of data including these navigation data to the regulating unit of the vehicle.

Abstract: A method and system is provided in a framework and workflow for assisting in livestock feeding operations by tracking and weighing ingredients from an electronic scale associated with feed mixing equipment. The framework and workflow captures, transfers, stores and processes parameters for cattle feeder ration weight data collection. The method and system include initializing a collection of weight data related to components of a feed ration for a mixing of feed for livestock, capturing a scale identifier from a scale interface on mixing equipment, and capturing weight information from the scale interface as the components of a feed ration are loaded into the mixing equipment. Such information is broadcasted over a wireless radio communication connection, such as via a Bluetooth® device, to a mobile application, and displayed during feed mixing operation.

Abstract: A cat operated water fountain adapted for attaching to an indoor water faucet with a water sink. The water fountain includes a water diverter for mounting on the water faucet. The fountain also includes a water tube attached to the water diverter and to a pressure valve mounted on a pressure pad. The pressure pad is adapted for placing on a counter top next to the water faucet. Further, the fountain includes an inverted “J” shaped water spigot. A lower end of the water spigot is attached to the pressure valve. An upper end of the water spigot is placed over the water sink. When a cat stands on top of the pressure pad, the weight of the cat opens the pressure valve and water is directed through the water tube, through the pressure valve and through the water spigot for providing the cat a fresh drink of water.

Abstract: A mobile telephone adapts to use as a gundog training tool by interfacing with a dog collar using a wireless communication device, such as a WWAN text or IP interface, a WLAN interface or a radio transceiver that couples to the mobile telephone and is accessible to a training application running on the mobile telephone. The dog collar includes a GPS receiver to provide position information to the mobile telephone and a shock device to provide training stimulus to the dog. A wireless headset interfaces with the mobile telephone to provide audible indications of position to an end user, such as a dog point and tone indicators of directions to the dog. A wireless handset interfaces with the mobile telephone to accept inputs for application to the collar, such as training stimulus.

Abstract: Reconfigurable pet toy products and releasable twist-locking interfaces which may be used in connection with the reconfigurable pet toy products are disclosed. Some example reconfigurable pet toy products may comprise at least one middle piece, a first end piece, and a second end piece. The different pieces may couple with one another in multiple different configurations. The middle piece may include an internal cavity and a chew access window. The end pieces, when coupled with the middle piece according to one configuration, may provide closures for the internal cavity. In another configuration, the first and second end pieces may be coupled directly together, without the middle piece. In still further configurations, multiple middle pieces may be coupled together, and a variety of different middle pieces and/or end pieces may be mixed and matched.

Abstract: In one aspect, an apparatus for wirelessly transmitting power to a wireless power receiver comprises a transmitter circuit configured to transmit wireless power via a magnetic field at a first frequency and a second frequency, the second frequency different than the first frequency and is an integer multiple of the first frequency. The apparatus further includes a processor circuit configured to detect a presence of multiple wireless power receivers each being capable of receiving power via the magnetic field over at least one of the first and second frequency and further configured to identify frequency charging capabilities of each of the detected wireless power receivers. The transmitter circuit further configured to concurrently transmit wireless power to first and second wireless power receivers at the first frequency and the second frequency, respectively, based on the respective charging capabilities of the first and second wireless power receivers.

Abstract: The invention discloses methods for the generation of chimaeric human- non-human antibodies and chimaeric antibody chains, antibodies and antibody chains so produced, and derivatives thereof including fully humanised antibodies; compositions comprising the antibodies, antibody chains and derivatives, as well as cells, non-human mammals and vectors, suitable for use in the methods.

Abstract: The present invention includes a new type of bait for wood-targeting pest baiting systems and methods of obtaining the bait. Certain embodiments of the present invention include a blue-stained wood either treated with a solution that includes blue-stain fungi or wood naturally infected with blue-stain fungi. Additional embodiments of the present invention include a blue-stained solution that may be applied to a wood substrate or to a non-wood bait matrix.

Abstract: The bird deterrent comprises a substantially flat tilting surface, having a substantially elongated shape and a substantially curvilinear profile, which can be positioned in a balancing position and oscillating, as a consequence of a bird or the like perching on it, around at least an axis of rotation substantially horizontal and parallel to the longitudinal axis of the tilting surface, and support means associable with a perching surface and supporting the tilting surface.

Abstract: A game call device which can be tossed from a concealed position. A preferred embodiment includes a flat bottom surface which is weighted such that the device will land against that face. A button located within the flat bottom surface activates the device, turning on a speaker which plays a sound. The sound will typically be the sound of a prey animal, intended to draw a predator animal to the device. Because the device is tossed from a concealed location, the device can be deployed without the user being forced to physically disturb the area where the call is placed, thereby decreasing the likelihood of being detected by the animal.

Abstract: A stabilized, collapsible platform having two stages, each adjustable with respect to the other along a support column except to the extent restricted by a temporary lock. In a preferred embodiment, the platform may be adjusted along the support column with each stage moving independently of the other, and, once in the desired position, the temporary lock may then be employed to restrict movement of the stages relative to one another. The temporary lock may additionally stabilize the platform against movement with respect to the support column.

Abstract: A retractable spool reel integrated inside of or attached to a waterfowl decoy comprises a spool and a locking assembly housed inside an internal compartment such that a weighted line wound around the spool may be locked in place at a desired length. The weighted line may be pulled until the locking assembly is set in the locked position. The pulling of the weighted line unwinds the spool and coils a flat spring integrated into the spool. The uncoiling of the flat spring once the line is released allows the line to retract back into the spool once the locking assembly is removed from the locked position.

Abstract: A remote control duck decoy using an electrical circuit with a time charge relay decoy using a hollow body to contain a remote activated electrical circuit operating a motor pump system to move water to create ripples and movement of the duck body. Adjustable timing, adjustable water flow, through body connections and adjustments, remote control, and a removable tail charging port are just some of the advantages taught by the present invention. These and other objects and advantages of the present invention, along with features of novelty appurtenant thereto, will appear or become apparent by reviewing the following detailed description of the invention.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a liquid concentrate formulation comprising a pyripyropene pesticide of the formula I as defined below and an alkoxylated aliphatic alcohol as an adjuvant. Moreover, the invention relates to the use of the formulations for the treatment of plants and seed and to corresponding methods.

Abstract: This application is directed to methods of making a binder. In one embodiment, the method comprises mixing guar gum with water at a temperature greater than 145° F. A guar gum-water mixture is formed and then cooled to approximately 135-145° F. Ammonium sulfate and water are mixed with the guar gum-water mixture to form an ammonium sulfate-guar gum-water mixture. Urea is then mixed with the ammonium sulfate-guar gum-water mixture, forming a urea-ammonium sulfate-guar gum-water mixture. Water and methyl acryloid are added to the urea-ammonium sulfate-guar gum-water mixture to form the binder.

Abstract: An impregnable matrix of plant, animal or synthetic origin or mixtures of same in different proportions, containing an antimicrobial compound uniformly distributed throughout the whole composition, in which the compound is a compound of a transition metal, particularly Cu4SO4(OH)6. In addition, a method is provided for impregnating the matrix with a compound, comprising steps of (a) absorbing or impregnating the antimicrobial compound; (b) centrifuging or pressing or crushing; (c) air drying; and (d) binding and obtaining the active principle. Moreover, the use of the method for the preparation of a matrix having antimicrobial properties and the use of the matrix in the preparation of solid supports or solid materials for cosmetic, pharmaceutical, medical or veterinary use are provided.

Abstract: Zinc and copper (II) salts of the general formula CH2?C(R1)COO-M-OCOR2 are disclosed, wherein M-Zn or Cu, R1—H or CH3, R2—C2-C25 alkyl, or R2—CO—O— group is crotonate, or sorbate, or linoleate, excluding the compounds: CH2?C(CH3)—COO—Zn—O—CO—C2H5, CH2?CH—COO—Zn—O—CO—C2H5, CH2?CH—COO—Cu—O—CO—C2H5, CH2?C(CH3)—COO—Zn—O—CO—(CH2)4—CH3, CH2?CH—COO—Zn—O—CO—(CH2)4—CH3, CH2?CH—COO—Zn—O—CO—(CH2)6—CH3, CH2?C(CH3)—COO—Zn—O—CO—(CH2)6—CH3, CH2?CH—COO—Cu—O—CO—(CH2)6—CH3, CH2?CH—COO—Zn—O—CO—(CH2)14—CH3, CH2?C(CH3)—COO—Zn—O—CO—(CH2)16—CH3, CH2?C(CH3)—COO—Zn—O—CO-iso-C17H35, CH2?CH—COO—Zn—O—CO-iso-C17H35, CH2?C(CH3)—COO—Zn—O—CO—(CH2)17—CH3. Salts of the general formula wherein R2—C2-C25 alkyl, or R2—CO—O— group is crotonate, or sorbate, or linoleate, are applicable as biocides.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to the field of molecules having pesticidal utility against pests in Phyla Arthropoda, Mollusca, and Nematoda, processes to produce such molecules, intermediates used in such processes, compositions containing such molecules, and processes of using such molecules and compositions against such pests. These molecules and compositions may be used, for example, as acaricides, insecticides, miticides, molluscicides, and nematicides. This document discloses molecules having the following formula (“Formula One”).

Abstract: This disclosure relates to the field of molecules having pesticidal utility against pests in Phyla Arthropoda, Mollusca, and Nematoda, processes to produce such molecules, intermediates used in such processes, compositions containing such molecules, and processes of using such molecules and compositions against such pests. These molecules and compositions may be used, for example, as acaricides, insecticides, miticides, molluscicides, and nematicides. This document discloses molecules having the following formula (“Formula One”).

Abstract: Control and repellency of biting flies, house flies, ticks, ants, fleas, biting midges, cockroaches, spiders and stink bugs is obtained by contact of the insects with at least one of the compounds of the structure (I).

Abstract: A pyridazine compound represented by formula (1): wherein A represents a nitrogen atom or a CR6, R1 represents a C2-C10 alkyl group having one or more halogen atoms, etc., R2 and R3 represent independently of each other a hydrogen atom, etc., R4 represents a C1-C6 chain hydrocarbon group optionally having one or more halogen atoms, R5 represents a C1-C6 chain hydrocarbon group optionally having one or more halogen atoms, etc., R6 represents a hydrogen atom, etc., n represents 0, 1, or 2, and p represents 0, 1, or 2, has an excellent efficacy for controlling harmful arthropods.

Abstract: A composition is provided, comprising microcapsules, wherein said microcapsules comprise a core and an outer shell, wherein said core comprises one or more water-insoluble compound having melting point above 15° C., wherein said outer shell comprises one or more amino resin that is a reaction product of reactants comprising one or more polyamine and formaldehyde, and wherein said composition further comprises one or more formaldehyde scavenger, one or more reaction product of said amino resin with a formaldehyde scavenger, or a mixture thereof. Also provided is a method of making such a composition.

Abstract: Malonic ester derivatives of the formula (I) in which the symbols A1, A2, Y, R10, p, X, R2, G, Q, L2 and R1 are each as defined in the description, and salts, metal complexes and N-oxides of the compounds of the formula (I), and the use thereof for controlling phytopathogenic harmful fungi and processes for preparing compounds of the formula (I).

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to methods and devices for controlling arthropods, including insects and arachnids in an environment. The methods generally comprise: generating a near-ideal gas Purified Hydrogen Peroxide Gas (PHPG) that is substantially non-hydrated (e.g., in the form of water in solution or water in solution or water molecules bonded by covalence, van der Waals forces, or London forces) and substantially free of, e.g., ozone, plasma species, and/or organic species; and directing the gas comprising primarily PHPG into the environment such that the PHPG acts to control arachnids in the environment. In certain aspects, the arachnids may be totally or partially killed.

Abstract: The present invention provides concrete-containing compositions, and methods of making and using the same, that allow for the prevention of microbially induced corrosion in concrete. In certain embodiments, the concrete-containing compositions comprise a cementitious substrate, and a formulation of heavy metal-laden, carbon-based sorbent.

Abstract: Visually distinct, flaked Ready-to-Eat (“R-T-E”) cereal products with varied texture and thickness are produced by forming a cereal dough and forcing the same through an extrusion die assembly including various spaced openings which establish a plurality of dough streams which are merged prior to reaching a die outlet. Directly at the die outlet, a resulting dough extrudate is sliced by a cutter unit to form dough discs which are then dried and cooled, during which the discs curl and form cereal flakes having varying textures defined, at least in part, by distinct sets of surface bumps. The number and configuration of the bumps can be altered by changing the number, shape and/or position of the various spaced openings of the die assembly, while the thicknesses of the resulting cereal flakes can be varied by just altering an operational speed of the cutter unit.

Abstract: Method and device for processing a carcass part of slaughtered poultry in a processing line. A carcass part may be supported on a carrier that is movable in the processing line and includes wing joints, coracoids, a wishbone being embodied with two legs that merge into each other at an acute angle, a keel bone, and naturally present meat including inner and outer fillets, and means are applied for cutting and/or removing of the wishbone from the carcass part.

Abstract: Methods, packaging, and packets for wet aging meat are described herein. For example, in one or more embodiments of the present disclosure a package for wet aging meat includes a cut of meat having a fat layer portion and an edible meat portion, an adsorptive material to adsorb gases emitted from the cut of meat wherein the adsorptive material is positioned on the fat layer portion, a salt material positioned on the adsorptive material or on the fat layer portion with the adsorptive material, and wherein the cut of meat with the adsorptive material and salt material is sealed in a packaging material to form the package.

Abstract: A dip tank and recycling system for applying antimicrobial solution to food items, including a dip tank having a bottom and sides, and holding a liquid antimicrobial solution. A conveyor to convey food items through the tank passes through the liquid antimicrobial solution held in the tank such that food items conveyed on the conveyor are dipped in the liquid antimicrobial solution. At least two discharge nozzles spray fresh antimicrobial solution into the tank. The discharge nozzles are located in the sides of the tank, and are positioned above the level of the conveyor but below an expected top level of the liquid antimicrobial solution contained within the tank such that food items conveyed on the conveyor are agitated by the force of the spray from the discharge nozzles. The spray from the discharge nozzles causes unstacking of items on the conveyor, producing an even application of the antimicrobial solution.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods and compositions including casein, and methods for making these compositions.

Abstract: An invention directed to a process and device for electrically heating and preparing pasta filata type cheeses. The ohmic heating process of this invention is introduced after separation of initial curd from whey, as heated stretching is initiated to create nascent pasta filata cheese fibers. An apparatus is devised to receive the newly formed curd mass and to provide contact of the mass with an electric coupler that channels electric current through the conductive cheese mass as it is concurrently stretched. The features of this device include an electrically charged element, a grounding element and a texturizing tool.

Abstract: The invention relates to an edible fat powder comprising at least two natural fats wherein the natural fat has a N10 of at least 10% and wherein the fat powder is a co-crystallized fat powder. The invention further relates to the use of said fat powder to prepare a fat containing emulsion. The invention also relates to a process for the preparation of said edible fat powder wherein the edible fat powder is prepared from a molten mixture comprising at least two natural fats.

Abstract: A method for printing a three-dimensional crystalline structure such as a chocolate layer wherein, after printing, the material has a desired crystal structure. An embodiment can include printing a liquid first layer of material with a printer onto a second layer of mate al having a crystal structure. Subsequently, the printed liquid first layer is processed to solidify. The first layer. During the processing of the printed liquid first layer, the second layer functions as a crystal seed layer through physical contact with the printed liquid first layer and the second layer crystallizes with the crystal structure.

Abstract: Apparatus, system and method embodiments for molding soft confectionery are included herein include a conveyor system arranged for conveying a plurality of trays in a serial succession, a loading unit arranged for loading the trays onto the conveyor system, a depositing unit arranged for depositing liquid confectionery in mold cavities of at least two trays simultaneously, and an unloading unit arranged for unloading the trays from the conveyor system.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to isolated microorganisms as well as strains and mutants thereof, biomasses, microbial oils, compositions, and cultures; methods of producing the microbial oils, biomasses, and mutants; and methods of using the isolated microorganisms, biomasses, and microbial oils.

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

Abstract: The present invention relates to the application of beta zeolite in either a NH4+ or H+ form to animal feed as a toxin binder, wherein the beta zeolite is effective at binding pesticides commonly present in animal feed.

Abstract: A method for increasing satiety from food via use of a nondigestible nonfibrous physical volumizer. Distention of the stomach reduces hunger and increases food satiety. The invention increases volume of the mass being ingested without increasing the caloric value of the ingested quantity. This is achieved by use of a volumizing substance that is not metabolized by the body. Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) is one material that could be used as a meal-content volumizing substance.

Abstract: A rotating blade food preparation device (10) for cutting, shaving, slicing, and peeling, vegetables and fruits, cheese, tofu, pizza, meats and other food products, includes a handle (12), a frame element (16) connected to the handle (12), and a rotating blade assembly (28) operably secured to the frame and having dual or multiple functionalities and interchangeability with other rotating blade assemblies.

Abstract: There is provided a double-compression, pneumatic-driven popping apparatus for making chip-like snack foods. The apparatus includes a first and second popping machine sections, each having a pneumatic-driven compression cylinder; and a mold plate coupled to the pneumatic cylinder and responsive to urging of the first pneumatic cylinder. A ring mold is located between the first and second machine sections and is subjected to compression by the first mold plate and the second mold plate. The apparatus has a pneumatic drive system including a compressed gas vessel, and a controller configured to control the pneumatic-driven compression cylinders independently through fast-acting control valves. During use, the apparatus applies pneumatic double-compression in a controlled manner such that a time interval between the first and the second compression steps is in the range of milliseconds, to produce a chip-like snack food product.

Abstract: A portioned moist tobacco product with a super-hydrated membrane coating and method of manufacturing is disclosed. The super-hydrated membrane coating is formed by ionic cross-linking using two polymers. The soluble component of the super-hydrated membrane coating dissolves upon placement in the mouth, while the insoluble component maintains the tobacco within the coating for the duration of the use of the product. The moist tobacco product is soft and flexible so as to fit comfortably in an oral cavity when placed therein.

Abstract: A layer composite acting as a covering for the filter of an article to smoke, which includes a filter cover which allows diffusion and a mouthpiece lining paper arranged outside said filter cover, the mouthpiece lining paper being in contact with a sensory substance area. A layer which is impervious to the substances contained in the sensory substance area is arranged between the mouthpiece lining paper and the filter cover. The filter cover consists of a material which allows diffusion.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an aerosol delivery device, an input for such devices, and methods of preparing such devices. In some embodiments, the present disclosure provides a method of forming an aerosol delivery device, which can comprise providing a fibrous substrate, providing a shell, wetting the fibrous substrate with a wetting liquid, and inserting the wetted fibrous substrate into the shell. After the inserting step, the shell further can comprise one or more of a heater, a liquid transport element, and an electrical connection. In some embodiments, the present disclosure provides an input that can comprise a liquid transport element, a heater in a heating arrangement with the liquid transport element, and a wetted fibrous substrate wrapped around at least a portion of the liquid transport element.

Abstract: A soft atomizer connector fixing structure includes a connector, an atomizing sleeve, a connecting ring, a protection sleeve and an adhesive tape, the connector includes a connecting front end configured to connect the atomizing sleeve and a connecting rear end configured to connect a battery assembly. The connecting front end includes a stepped connecting portion having first and second connecting portions; the second connecting portion is located between the first connecting portion and the connecting rear end, and the first connecting portion has an outer diameter smaller than an outer diameter of the second connecting portion; a limiting groove is provided at one side, connected to the second connecting portion, of the first connecting portion; the atomizing sleeve is sleeved on the first connecting portion; the connecting ring is sleeved on the atomizing sleeve and the second connecting portion; and the protection sleeve is sleeved on the atomizing sleeve.

Abstract: An electronic cigarette, including: a cigarette holder converter assembly, an atomization core assembly, a base assembly, and an e-liquid storage assembly. The cigarette holder converter assembly includes: a cigarette holder part and a converter part. The cigarette holder part includes: an inner casing, a cigarette holder, and a first sealing ring for sealing the cigarette holder. The converter part includes: a cigarette holder converter, an upper sealing ring, an inner sealing ring, and an outer sealing ring. The e-liquid storage assembly includes a first regulating ring including a neck. The cigarette holder part and the converter part are connected through interference fit. The cigarette holder converter assembly and the e-liquid storage assembly are connected through interference fit.

Abstract: Disclosed is an electronic cigarette, wherein a first connection portion (1) is arranged at an end of a casing tube (101) of a battery stick (10) adjacent to a vaporizer assembly, a second connection portion (2) is arranged at an end of a vaporizer tube body (201) adjacent to the battery stick (10), a third connection portion (3) is arranged at an end of a casing tube (30) of a vaporizer (20) adjacent to the battery stick (10). The second connection portion (2) and the first connection portion (1) abut against each other to be connected, the third connection portion (3) is detachably connected to the first connection portion (1) by means of a screw thread.