Abstract: The invention relates to the novel cotton variety designated 16R027. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants, plant parts and derivatives of the cotton variety 16R027. Also provided by the invention are methods of using cotton variety 16R027 and products derived therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing cotton plants by crossing the cotton variety 16R027 with itself or another cotton variety and plants and seeds produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the novel cotton variety designated 16R028. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants, plant parts and derivatives of the cotton variety 16R028. Also provided by the invention are methods of using cotton variety 16R028 and products derived therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing cotton plants by crossing the cotton variety 16R028 with itself or another cotton variety and plants and seeds produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the novel cotton variety designated 16R343B3XF. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants, plant parts and derivatives of the cotton variety 16R343B3XF. Also provided by the invention are methods of using cotton variety 16R343B3XF and products derived therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing cotton plants by crossing the cotton variety 16R343B3XF with itself or another cotton variety and plants and seeds produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the novel cotton variety designated 16R345B3XF. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants, plant parts and derivatives of the cotton variety 16R345B3XF. Also provided by the invention are methods of using cotton variety 16R345B3XF and products derived therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing cotton plants by crossing the cotton variety 16R345B3XF with itself or another cotton variety and plants and seeds produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the novel cotton variety designated 16R351B3XF. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants, plant parts and derivatives of the cotton variety 16R351B3XF. Also provided by the invention are methods of using cotton variety 16R351B3XF and products derived therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing cotton plants by crossing the cotton variety 16R351B3XF with itself or another cotton variety and plants and seeds produced by such methods.

Abstract: The disclosure provides a new cotton variety ST 5818GLT. The disclosure relates to seeds, plants, plant cells, plant tissue, harvested products and cotton lint as well as to hybrid cotton plants and seeds obtained by repeatedly crossing plants of variety ST 5818GLT with other plants. The disclosure also relates to plants of variety ST 5818GLT reproduced by vegetative methods, including but not limited to tissue culture of regenerable cells or tissue from cotton variety ST 5818GLT.

Abstract: A petunia-calibrachoa plant designated SAKPXCO20 is disclosed. Embodiments include the seeds of petunia-calibrachoa SAKPXCO20, the plants of petunia-calibrachoa SAKPXCO20, to plant parts of petunia-calibrachoa SAKPXCO20, and methods for producing a plant produced by crossing petunia-calibrachoa SAKPXCO20 with itself or with another variety. Embodiments include methods for producing a plant containing in its genetic material one or more genes or transgenes and the transgenic plants and plant parts produced by those methods. Embodiments also relate to varieties, breeding varieties, plant parts, and cells derived from petunia-calibrachoa SAKPXCO20, methods for producing other lines or plant parts derived from petunia-calibrachoa SAKPXCO20, and the plants, varieties, and their parts derived from use of those methods. Embodiments further include hybrid seeds, plants, and plant parts produced by crossing petunia-calibrachoa SAKPXCO20 with another variety.

Abstract: An elevated animal waste repository including a frame. The frame includes an upper frame member coupled to a lower frame member. The lower frame member is disposed beneath and offset from the upper frame member. A litter box platform is coupled to the upper frame member. A litter box is disposed on the upper frame member. A step platform is coupled to the lower frame member. The frame is affixed to a support that elevates the litter box platform to approximately waist height of an average human.

Abstract: Embodiments of the disclosed subject matter include a litter scoop that will work with a pelleted cat litters made from various substances such as wood shavings, bamboo, paper, coir, etc.

Abstract: A dual-purpose container and diversion device for animals is disclosed including a base having a perimeter, a lower surface and an upper surface, the base having a first tensile strength, and a sidewall having a lower edge, an interior surface, and an exterior surface, the sidewall having a second tensile strength. Dual-purpose device includes at least a first linear fault region in its overall surface, defining a first curve on the overall surface and a first mating feature and having a third tensile strength less than the first tensile strength and the second tensile strength. The dual-purpose device further includes a second mating feature defined in the overall surface. The dual-purpose device is convertible from a first configuration having an interior compartment of the device to a second configuration by fracture of the at least a linear fault region and joining of the first mating feature and second mating feature.

Abstract: A pet cushion comprises a cushioning element including an elastomeric material layer and at least one foam layer coupled to the elastomeric material layer. The elastomeric material layer includes a plurality of intersecting buckling walls defining hollow columns therebetween. An interior cover, which is impermeable to liquid, encloses the cushioning element. An exterior cover encloses the first cover and the cushioning element. The exterior cover comprises a material different from a material of the interior cover.

Abstract: A below ground feeder for baiting grazing animals includes a can that has a height of at least 2.0 feet and a diameter of at least 1.5 feet. The can is positioned in a hole in the ground thereby facilitating the can to be concealed from hunters. Additionally, the can contains a granular feed such that the granular feed may be consumed by a grazing animal. A lifting unit is movably positioned in the can and the lifting unit is biased to elevate the granular material in the can. Thus, the grazing animal may continuously access the granular feed. A lid is hingedly coupled to the can and lid selectively closes the can to inhibit animals from accessing the granular feed.

Abstract: A canine ballistic carrier vest assembly includes a torso section for overlying a torso of the canine which includes a length dimension for extending along a length of a back of the canine and a width dimension for extending about opposing first and second sides of the torso of the canine, with the torso section positioned on the canine, such that the torso section which extends about the first side extends to a first end portion and the torso section which extends about the second side extends to a second end portion. A first loop is associated with the first end portion of the torso section, a second loop is associated with the second end portion of the torso section, and a lace member has a first portion for extending through the first loop and has a second portion for extending through the second loop.

Abstract: An animal fitness garment includes a body panel and a pair of shoulder panels extending therefrom at an angle. The panels are configured to be secured to the animal using suitable fasteners, to prevent the fitness garment from moving relative to the animal as it exercises. The body panel includes one or more pairs of pockets that are positioned on either side of a central section of the body panel. As such, when the fitness garment is attached to the animal, the central section is positioned to be substantially parallel with the spine of the animal. This results in the weighted pockets being positioned on either side of the animal's spine, and not directly thereon, which reduces the physical impact to the animal when the fitness garment is worn.

Abstract: Edible animal chews (100, 800, 900) are provided. The chews (100, 800, 900) are configured to fit within, and to contact front teeth, as well as teeth on both sides of, a dog's mouth. The chews (100, 800, 900) may be provided with self-positioning features, or may be provided with features for use by the animal's owner for positioning the chew (1000, 100, 1102, 1202, 1302, 1402, 1500, 1600, 200, 300, 400, 500, 600, 700, 800, 850, 900) within the animal's mouth. Methods of cleaning the teeth of an animal are also provided and comprise positioning the chew (1000, 100, 1102, 1202, 1302, 1402, 1500, 1600, 200, 300, 400, 500, 600, 700, 800, 850, 900) within the mouth of an animal, removing any reusable positioning feature, and allowing the animal to consume the chew (1000, 100, 1102, 1202, 1302, 1402, 1500, 1600, 200, 300, 400, 500, 600, 700, 800, 850, 900), wherein the consumption of the chew (1000, 100, 1102, 1202, 1302, 1402, 1500, 1600, 200, 300, 400, 500, 600, 700, 800, 850, 900) cleans the animal's teeth.

Abstract: Rigging for pulling an animal stuck in the water, such as a horse or cow, includes at least one elongated abdominal portion which is adapted for placement along a ventral side of the animal behind at least one foreleg of the animal; and a back portion which is adapted for placement along a dorsal side of the animal, where the abdominal portion includes at least one bending-stiff insert element, so that the abdominal portion can be inserted with an inserting motion behind at least one foreleg of the animal.

Abstract: An animal stored leash system includes a leash section and an attachment mechanism, the attachment mechanism attached to a first end of the leash section. The system further includes a first ring, the first ring attached to a second end of the leash section. The system further includes a second ring, the second ring located along the leash section, approximately two thirds of a length of the leash section from the second end, the second ring sized to not fit through a first aperture in the first ring. The system further includes a third ring, the third ring located along the leash section, approximately one third of the length of the leash section from the second end, the third ring sized to not allow a stop portion of the attachment mechanism to pass through a second aperture in the third ring.

Abstract: A dog harness for health data collection and sensor-based vital sign and activity level measurement and display. The harness provides health data monitoring with integrated temperature, heart rate and breathing rate sensors and transducers, pedometer, and GPS for measuring activity levels, and a harness mounted, programmable, interactive, touch controlled, flat panel display for viewing and interacting with the dog's health data. Health data, notifications, status updates, messages, reminders, and warnings are displayed graphically or numerically on the harness integrated LED or flat panel display screen. Health data is continuously uploaded to cloud-based services for processing, analysis and diagnosis. Software applications display health data on a mobile device or desktop computer. The flat panel display is a narrow form factor design mounted near the dog's neck on the top of the harness. The harness distributes the leash pulling forces away from the neck towards the dog's center of mass.

Abstract: A bird waste disposal device for a birdcage contains: a body and a holder which are removably connected together. The control module, an electrical cable, a motor control wire, a motor and a mixer are accommodated in the holder. The body is connected on the holder, the control module is accommodated in the holder, and power supplies to the control module via the electrical cable, wherein the control module controls the motor to rotate via the motor control wire, and the motor drives the mixer to revolve. Thereby, after birds discharge feces on the holder, the mixer is driven by the motor so as to mix the feces with sands in the holder, thus removing unpleasant smells and cleaning the feces.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method and a device for treating poultry eggs with an electron beam bundle to sterilize the calcareous shell, with the following steps: moving at least one egg through the beam path of an electron beam source, irradiating the eggs, whereby the calcareous shell is irradiated with a varying dose, characterized by the following steps: carrying out an irradiation encompassing all regions of the calcareous shell of the egg by means of the electron beam bundle, whereby an element is inserted into the path of the electron beam bundle to distribute the irradiation over all regions of the calcareous shell, whereby owing to the dose being set within a predefined target dose range, the calcareous shell is comprehensively irradiated, or carrying out an irradiation of a rolling/rolled egg by means of the electron beam source in the path of the electron beam bundle, or carrying out an irradiation of the held eggs by means of the electron beam source in the path of the electron beam bundle at

Abstract: The present invention relates to the dissemination of biological control agents or other substances through the use of bees, in particular bumblebees. It relates to a disseminator device, installable in or in connection to the hive, and which contains biological control agents or other substances which are picked up, carried and disseminated by the bees when leaving the hive.

Abstract: A shellfish trap system and a method for developing a reef are provided. The shellfish trap system includes a growing assembly, a first protective layer, and a second protective layer. The growing assembly includes a material which is conducive for shellfish in the pediveliger larvae stage to attach to. The first protective layer substantially envelops at least a first portion of the growing assembly during a first developmental stage of the shellfish and is removed from the growing assembly after completion of the first developmental stage. The second protective layer substantially envelops at least a second portion of the growing assembly during a second developmental stage of the shellfish, wherein the at least a second portion of the growing assembly is submerged in water during the second developmental stage of the shellfish.

Abstract: Apparatus, systems and methods that include a fastener that allows for a float to be easily detached from and securely reattached to an aquaculture cage. For example, a method provides multiple toolless approaches to submerse an aquaculture cage that is buoyant in water when attached with a fastener to a hollow float defining a volume filled with air. The method includes in a first approach, detaching the hollow float from the aquaculture cage by releasing the fastener without using a tool to allow the cage to sink in the water and in a second approach, with the hollow float attached to the aquaculture cage, at least partially filling the float with fluid to fully submerse both the cage and the hollow float beneath a surface of the water.

Abstract: A submersible platform intended to perform the functions of feeding distribution, production control and command of the operations inherent to fish farming in submersible cages, which has the ability to submerge under adverse environmental conditions, returning to the surface, once the environmental conditions so do allow it, enabling thereby the fish farming in offshore spaces.

Abstract: Bottom grading apparatuses for aquaculture systems are disclosed herein. An example system includes a vessel filled with water that receives fish, the vessel having a bottom surface with drain; a plenum in fluid communication with the vessel; a multiway valve in fluid communication with the plenum, a mortality pipe, and a grading pipe; and a mortality container in fluid communication with the mortality pipe and the vessel, wherein the fish can re-enter the vessel through the mortality container and deceased fish remain in the mortality container, wherein when the multiway valve is closed to the mortality pipe, the fish will divert through the grading pipe.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure describe an aquaculture environment control system comprising one or more control apparatuses positioned within a vessel at an angle relative to a proximal vessel wall and configured for scouring of the vessel, wherein each control apparatus has a discharge conduit and each discharge conduit has one or more orifices; and a fluid source in fluid communication with each of the control apparatuses. Embodiments of the present disclosure describe a method of controlling an aquaculture environment comprising supplying one or more of a fluid and gas to a control apparatus positioned within a vessel at an angle relative to a proximal vessel wall; and discharging one or more of the fluid and gas from the control apparatus at a fluid velocity sufficient for scouring of the vessel.

Abstract: The utility model provides a wave-making pump with a novel directional structure, comprising a casing, a motor, an impeller and a fixing device, wherein the motor is fixed in the casing; the impeller is arranged at the output end of the motor; the fixing device is used for fixing the casing; the casing comprises a rear casing and a diversion protective cover arranged on the front side of the rear casing; openings are formed in the two ends of the diversion protective cover; a hollow groove helically extending is formed in the peripheral surface of the diversion protective cover. As the hollow groove helically extending is formed in the peripheral surface of the diversion protective cover, the water flow produced by wave-making pump with the novel directional structure is wider, softer and more uniform, and the aquatic environment closer to the natural ecological water wave is convenient to create.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and compositions for increasing reproduction performance in non-human mammals using a biologically active recombinant Follicle Stimulating Hormone (rFSH). The invention also relates to methods for increasing ovulation, embryo production or pregnancies in non-human mammals using rFSH. The invention may be used in particular in ungulates such as bovines or equines.

Abstract: Mice, embryos, cells, and tissues having a restricted immunoglobulin heavy chain locus and an ectopic sequence encoding one or more ADAM6 proteins are provided. In various embodiments, mice are described that have humanized endogenous immunoglobulin heavy chain loci and are capable of expressing an ADAM6 protein or ortholog or homolog or functional fragment thereof that is functional in a male mouse. Mice, embryos, cells, and tissues having an immunoglobulin heavy chain locus characterized by a single human VH gene segment, a plurality of human DH gene segments and a plurality of human JH gene segments and capable expressing an ADAM6 protein or ortholog or homolog or functional fragment thereof are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to: a transgenic Caenorhabditis elegans in which a glutamine tRNA 5? terminus-derived fragment (Gln 5?-tsRNA) is overexpressed; a preparation method therefor; and a method for screening for aging-associated factors by using the transgenic Caenorhabditis elegans. A transgenic Caenorhabditis elegans model provided in the present invention is an animal model in which Gln 5?-tsRNA is overexpressed such that aging is inhibited. When the model of the present invention is used, anti-aging mechanisms can be easily investigated, thereby significantly contributing to various research fields such as that of developing new anti-aging drugs and screening for age-inducing materials.

Abstract: The present teachings are directed to a novel fishing lure. The lure is configured such that in use it simulates the look and movement of a living fish, which is a target predator fish is attracted to strike.

Abstract: A line clip includes a mounting member that is mountable to a spool of the spinning reel and a clip body that is able to clip a fishing line. The clip body has a main body, a first projection, a second projection, and a groove. The main body extends from the mounting member. The first projection projects from the main body. The second projection projects from the main body between the mounting member and the first projection. The groove is formed in a concave shape in the main body between the first projection and the second projection.

Abstract: A bearing housing structure includes a bearing, a lid part and a supporting part. The bearing rotatably supports spool shaft. The lid part is opposite an end surface of the spool shaft and extends in a direction that intersects the spool shaft. The supporting part houses and supports the bearing and holds the lid part to oppose the end surface of the spool shaft. The supporting part includes a bearing hole and a lid hole, the bearing hole having the bearing inserted thereinto and removed therefrom, and the lid hole has a portion of the lid part inserted thereinto and removed therefrom in a direction intersecting the spool shaft and a direction along the lid part, and the lid part closes an opening of the bearing hole such that the lid part is held by the lid hole of the shaft supporting portion.

Abstract: An improved dredge rigging device for use in fishing to mimic a school of fish. The dredge rigging device is preferably formed from three rod members having a V-shaped central portion with two arms extending therefrom. The rod members are 17-4PH martensitic stainless steel and precipitation hardened to a max hardness of about 46 RD and an annealed hardness of about 32 RC. The central portions of each rod member are secured within a compressed lead junction member. The V-shaped central portions allowing the rod members to be equally spaced apart allowing an improved dredging device that is inexpensive to manufacture yet highly resistant to fatigue and corrosion. Each arm is available for securing artificial lures thereto with a conventional crimp.

Abstract: A device for detecting an insect is described, the device comprising an insect harbourage having a first and second side wall, at least part of the first side wall being spaced apart from at least part of the second side wall so as to define an insect receiving zone therebetween. A first electrically conductable portion located on the first side wall and a second electrically conductable portion located on the second side wall is provided. The first and second conductable portions form at least part of an electrical component which is configurable between a first operative state in which the zone is void of any insects such that the electrical component has a predetermined first electrical parameter value and a second operative state in which the zone is in receipt of an insect such that the component has a second electrical parameter value differing to the first electrical parameter value.

Abstract: A device, system, and method of controlling pests are disclosed. A pest control device includes a sensor having a sensor cell and a controller. A surface of the sensor cell is coated with an agent that reacts with a targeted biochemical analyte secreted by pests. The controller is coupled to the sensor and is configured to receive sensor data from the sensor cell indicative of a rate of change in sensor mass detected on the surface of the sensor cell, determine whether the rate of change in the sensor mass based on the received sensor data exceeds a predefined threshold rate, and transmit a pest detection alert notification to a server in response to a determination that the rate of change exceeds the predetermined threshold rate.

Abstract: An insect trap assembly for luring and trapping insects includes a tube that has an upper edge and a lower edge. The tube comprises a translucent material. An adhesive layer is positioned on an outer surface of the tube. The adhesive layer secures insects to the tube when the insects engage the adhesive layer. An illuminating member is mounted to the tube. The illuminating member illuminates the tube when the light emitter is turned on. The illuminating member is positioned in the tube.

Abstract: One nonlimiting variation of a detection arrangement includes one or more sensors each structured to detect at least one biochemical substance indicative of biochemistry of one or more target insect species and provide a corresponding sensor signal, a controller responsive to the sensor signal of each of the one or more sensors to determine if the one or more insect species are present and generate a corresponding output signal, and an indicator responsive to the output signal to indicate the presence of the one or more insect species.

Abstract: The garden spray structure has a main body, a water guiding member and a spray head. The main body has a handle portion and a chamber portion which are connected with each other, the handle portion is configured for connecting with a water source and hand-held purpose, and water is fed to from the handle portion to the chamber portion while the handle portion is held. Furthermore, an engagement opening provided in front of the chamber portion is configured for engaging with the water guiding member, after a supply tube provided with the water guiding member is inserted the chamber portion. Also, the water guiding member is provided with a central shaft extending from the front opening, and the central shaft passes through the spray head and the central shaft is locked so that the spray head is mounted at the front of the water guiding member.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a system for delivering an agricultural formulation, having a container (1) for holding the agricultural formulation, the container (1) having a removal opening (19), a delivery unit (2), securely fastened in or to the container (1), for delivering the agricultural formulation located in the container (1) through the removal opening (19). The system also comprises a drive unit which, in order to drive the delivery unit (2), separately from the delivery unit (2), is coupled detachably to the delivery unit (2), wherein the drive unit has a hydraulic unit (12), which comprises a cylinder chamber (9), a piston (20) that is movable back and forth in the cylinder chamber (9), and an outlet opening (22) for a hydraulic fluid, and has a hydraulic line (8) which is coupled to the outlet opening (22) and able to be coupled to the delivery unit (2). In the system according to the invention, the hydraulic fluid is water or rapidly biodegradable.

Abstract: The present invention is to provide an application and a method for controlling a moving vehicle that are capable to efficiently spray a chemical. The application for controlling a moving vehicle executed on an information terminal 100 mounted on the moving vehicle 10 acquires an image taken by the information terminal 100 in flight, analyzes the acquired image, detects a pest attached to a crop based on the result of the image analysis, acquires location information of the crop to which the detected pest is attached, and controls the moving vehicle 10 to spray a disinfestant based on the acquired location information.

Abstract: A fly shooing device is configured for removable engagement with the hair or mane of an animal. The device includes a plurality of cords extending from a connector which removably attaches to the animal. The connector includes an elastic band which is formed of material which will break and release the device from the animal once a predetermined force is communicated to the elastic band. Elastic O-rings and a liquid absorbing bead which emits scented vapors may also be engaged to the elastic band.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a platelet additive solution (PAS) having an amount of one or more ?-galactosidase inhibitors with or without an amount of one or more sialidase inhibitors, and optionally one or more glycan-modifying agents; and one or more of PAS components that include a salt, a citrate source, a carbon source, or any combination thereof.

Abstract: Disclosed are devices and methods for non-cryogenic vitrification of biological materials that include the steps of providing one or more capillary channels of which a first opening is operably in contact with a moisture containing vitrification mixture made of a biological material and a vitrification agent. The capillary absorbs and transports the moisture to the second opening through capillary action, and the moisture is subsequently evaporated into a surrounding low humidity atmosphere until the vitrification mixture enters into a vitrified state.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an aqueous herbicidal composition containing flumioxazin, pyroxasulfone, hydroxyethyl cellulose, and magnesium aluminum silicate. The present invention is further directed to a method of controlling weeds by applying compositions of the present invention.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an herbicidal composition comprising metribuzin, a salting-out agent and polyvinyl alcohol. The present invention is further directed to a method of controlling weeds comprising applying a composition of the present invention to the weeds or an area in need of weed control.

Abstract: The present invention relates to aqueous compositions with volatile insecticides which have an improved long-term stability and are therefore also biologically active over a prolonged period. A further subject matter of the invention relates to the use of such formulations for the long-term control of animal pests (arthropods) on various surfaces.

Abstract: Provided herein is an agrochemical composition comprising a pesticide and at least one water-soluble copolymer (P) including at least one monomer (A), selected from the group consisting of (meth)acrylamide, N-methyl(meth)acrylamide, N,N?-dimethyl(meth)acrylamide or N-methylol(meth)acrylamide; at least one macromonomer (B), at least including a macromonomer (B1) H2C?C(R1)—R2—O—(R3O)a—(R4O)b—[(R4O)c(R5O)d]—H; and??(B1) at least one anionic monoethylenically unsaturated monomer (C), including at least one acidic group selected from —COOH, —SO3H, PO3H2, and salts thereof. Further provided herein is the production of a spray mixture, including the contacting of a pesticide, the water-soluble copolymer (P), and water; and also a method for controlling phytopathogenic fungi, unwanted plant growth, unwanted insect infestation or mite infestation, and/or for regulating plant growth.

Abstract: The method comprises contacting a silicon substrate with a silver salt and an acid for a time effective to produce spikes having a first end disposed on the silicon substrate and a second end extending away from the silicon substrate. The spikes have a second end diameter of about 10 nm to about 200 nm, a height of about 100 nm to 10 micrometers, and a density of about 10 to 100 per square microns. The nanostructures provide antimicrobial properties and can be transferred to the surface of various materials such as polymers.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of a composition as a fungicide, wherein said composition comprises at least one compound of formula (I) or formula (II), wherein R1=formula (IV) or Formula (V), wherein R2, R3, R4; R5, R6 and R7 are independently of each other H, OH or OCH3.