Abstract: The invention relates to the novel cotton variety designated 16R141XF. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants, plant parts and derivatives of the cotton variety 16R141XF. Also provided by the invention are methods of using cotton variety 16R141XF and products derived therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing cotton plants by crossing the cotton variety 16R141XF with itself or another cotton variety and plants and seeds produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the novel cotton variety designated 16R228NRB2XF. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants, plant parts and derivatives of the cotton variety 16R228NRB2XF. Also provided by the invention are methods of using cotton variety 16R228NRB2XF and products derived therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing cotton plants by crossing the cotton variety 16R228NRB2XF with itself or another cotton variety and plants and seeds produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the novel cotton variety designated 16R225NRB2XF. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants, plant parts and derivatives of the cotton variety 16R225NRB2XF. Also provided by the invention are methods of using cotton variety 16R225NRB2XF and products derived therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing cotton plants by crossing the cotton variety 16R225NRB2XF with itself or another cotton variety and plants and seeds produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the novel cotton variety designated 16R335B3XF. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants, plant parts and derivatives of the cotton variety 16R335B3XF. Also provided by the invention are methods of using cotton variety 16R335B3XF and products derived therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing cotton plants by crossing the cotton variety 16R335B3XF with itself or another cotton variety and plants and seeds produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the novel cotton variety designated 16R338B3XF. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants, plant parts and derivatives of the cotton variety 16R338B3XF. Also provided by the invention are methods of using cotton variety 16R338B3XF and products derived therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing cotton plants by crossing the cotton variety 16R338B3XF with itself or another cotton variety and plants and seeds produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the novel cotton variety designated 16R341B3XF. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants, plant parts and derivatives of the cotton variety 16R341B3XF. Also provided by the invention are methods of using cotton variety 16R341B3XF and products derived therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing cotton plants by crossing the cotton variety 16R341B3XF with itself or another cotton variety and plants and seeds produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the novel cotton variety designated 16R330B3XF. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants, plant parts and derivatives of the cotton variety 16R330B3XF. Also provided by the invention are methods of using cotton variety 16R330B3XF and products derived therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing cotton plants by crossing the cotton variety 16R330B3XF with itself or another cotton variety and plants and seeds produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to a mechanized milking machine that includes a device for injection under pressure of at least one product for rinsing the pipe for routing of the milked milk from a claw to a milk storage container. It is also for rinsing the claw and the liners which are connected to it.

Abstract: A dual-purpose container and diversion device for animals includes a base and a perimeter wall attached to the base. An inner surface and outer surface of the container combine to form an overall surface. The device includes at least a linear fault region in the overall surface having a lesser tensile strength and including at least a first non-intersecting open curve forming a first planar section; the at least a linear fault region may include at least a second curve defining a bracing component. The device is convertible to a second configuration forming a diversion device for an animal, by fracture of the at least a linear fault region to form at least a first flap and rotation of the at least a flap into a second position; conversion may include movement of the at least a bracing component to support the at least a flap in the second position.

Abstract: A collapsible shelter is provided. The shelter has a concave top panel with front, back, and side walls. A concave bottom panel is has front, back and side walls. At least three of the bottom panel side walls have an inner stepped flanged portion. The flanged portions are positioned in a vertical stepped relationship with respect to each one of the other one of the flanged portions. Trapezoidal front, back, and side wall panels have top edges and bottom edges. The bottom edges are longer than the top edges.

Abstract: An assembly for facilitating feeding an animal and tracking a feeding schedule of the animal includes a scoop, a base member, and a temporal display. The scoop includes a handle and a receptacle. The base member is configured to receive the scoop. The temporal display is attached to one of the scoop or the base member and displays a first temporal message when the scoop is in a first orientation relative to the base member and a second temporal message when the scoop is manipulated from the first orientation to a second orientation relative to the base member.

Abstract: An animal feeder apparatus including a feed hopper defining an interior for receiving a quantity of feed, an upper opening and a lower feed discharge opening. A feed shelf may be located below the feed hopper and have an upper feed support surface with at least a portion of the upper feed support surface being located directly below the feed discharge opening of the feed hopper. A feed trough may be located toward the bottom of the apparatus below the feed hopper and below the feed shelf, and form a lower feed support surface upon which feed falling from the hopper and shelf rests. A feed shelf movement assembly may be configured to permit a feeding animal to move the feed shelf from a location adjacent to the lower feed support surface of the feed trough.

Abstract: An animal feeder apparatus including a feed hopper defining an interior for receiving a quantity of feed, an upper opening and a lower feed discharge opening. A feed shelf may be located below the feed hopper and have an upper feed support surface with at least a portion of the upper feed support surface being located directly below the feed discharge opening of the feed hopper. A feed trough may be located toward the bottom of the apparatus below the feed hopper and below the feed shelf, and form a lower feed support surface upon which feed falling from the hopper and shelf rests. A feed shelf movement assembly may be configured to permit a feeding animal to move the feed shelf from a location adjacent to the lower feed support surface of the feed trough.

Abstract: A fountain is capable of directing liquid into an underlying basin as an at least generally laminar column to minimize the noise and splashing associated with recirculating a liquid about the fountain. The fountain includes a basin, a faucet mounted on the basin and including an apex and a spout opening that is located beneath the apex and that discharges liquid into the basin, a pump in fluid connection with the basin and the faucet, and an uplift hose that connects the pump to the faucet, Fountain characteristics that can be selected, controlled, and/or altered to achieve these effects may include the inclination of the spout opening of the faucet relative to the vertical and/or the horizontal, the linear flow rate of liquid out of the spout opening, the vertical distance between the apex of the faucet and the surface of the liquid and/or the bottom of the basin, and the characteristics of uplift hose and pump.

Abstract: A vortex fountain or waterer that incorporates measures to induce swirl in liquid moving toward a drain opening of the fountain to inhibit the accumulation of debris is provided. The fountain may have a bowl including a base surface having a slope that is configured to create a vortex in the liquid flowing toward the drain opening to induce movement of a quantity of water, where the bowl is located above a basin configured to hold the liquid. The fountain may also include a pump outlet jet that can be positioned about the bowl to induce swirl about the bowl. The fountain may also include a drain tube located beneath the drain opening, and an extended guide tube extending downwardly towards the bottom of the basin. When the liquid passes through the drain, drain tube, and guide tube, oxygen is incorporated into the liquid as the liquid reaches the basin.

Abstract: An ear tagging station includes a cart or table having at least one tagging pliers mounted thereon. The pliers have jaws which are normally open to receive male and female tag parts. An actuating arm engages one of the plier handles. A foot pedal on the cart is depressed to lift the arm and thereby close the plier jaws so as to secure the ear tag to a piglet's ear.

Abstract: A fluid outputting hand device 11 comprises: a front portion 13, for going in front of a user's hand; and a fluid output point, for outputting fluid; wherein the hand device 11 is configured for: pressure-activated outputting, so that fluid can be outputted onto a target, by applying pressure to the target; and selectable distance outputting of fluid, so that fluid can be outputted at a target, from a distance. Preferably the fluid outputting hand device comprises a thumb selecting arrangement, so that distance outputting can be selected by a thumb of a user.

Abstract: An orthosis is fitted to a body joint, in a preferred embodiment the equine fetlock, by locating the center of rotation (COR) of the joint; measuring the bones comprising the joint at points located with respect to the COR; selecting the appropriate orthosis from a selection of models thereof; and custom-fitting the orthosis to the individual by heating it to soften a layer of thermoformable foam on the interior of the orthosis and clamping the orthosis in place over the body joint. A kit of tools for performing the measurements is disclosed, as are a method for location of the COR of the body joint by palpation and a preferred heater.

Abstract: A method for training an animal includes the steps of recording, by a user, of a plurality of audio messages encouraging or commanding the animal to engage in, refrain from engaging in or cease engaging in a plurality of user-determined behaviors, storing the plurality of audio messages in a memory of a collar module to be worn by the animal, audibly broadcasting a user-selected audio message simultaneously with the user physically controlling the animal to engage in, refrain from engaging in or ceasing from engaging in the activity referenced by the user-selected audio message, sensing a location of the animal with a location detector, and triggering an audio broadcast from the collar module of a user-selected message particular to the behavior associated with the device and heard by the animal based on the location.

Abstract: The invention is a novel pet toy wherein a base piece has a rounded bottom and two concentric tracks where a pet owner can insert a ball or a set of balls into the tracks. The rounded bottom allows the toy to wobble to any angle yet not topple over. The wobbling action causes the balls to move and to continue moving until the toy rests to one side. A two-ball set connected by a fabric strip can be placed one in each track and will travel in unison within each of the two tracks. A malleable center rod has a feather or other attractant at its tip for further interaction and interest by a pet.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides generally for an improved system to constrain animals. More specifically, the present disclosure describes an animal safety constraint system that may be used to safely and securely restrain animals, such as for grooming, veterinary inspection, or shearing, as non-limiting examples. The animal safety constraint system may be customized according to the needs of the user or the occupant. The animal safety constraint system may be mobile or stationary, depending on the configuration the user sets up for the animal safety constraint system.

Abstract: A dog urine pad assembly for absorbing dog urine includes a panel that is positioned on an intersection between a floor and a wall having the panel extending upwardly on the wall and horizontally along the floor. A pad is coupled to the panel and the pad is urinated on by a dog. The pad is comprised of a fluid absorbent material to absorb the urine. A plurality of mating members is provided and each of the mating members is coupled to the panel. The plurality of mating members engages the floor and the wall for retaining the panel in a selected position.

Abstract: A dairy cowshed monitoring system includes a cooling system having a plurality of operating modes, at least one image sensor, at least one temperature/humidity sensor, and a control circuit. The image sensor is for collecting image data in a dairy cowshed and obtaining a cow drinking water frequency in the dairy cowshed. The temperature/humidity sensor is for collecting a temperature and a humidity in the dairy cowshed and calculating a temperature/humidity index according to the temperature and the humidity. The control circuit is coupled to the cooling system, the image sensor and the temperature/humidity sensor and for receiving the image data, the cow drinking water frequency and the temperature/humidity index and determining whether to activate and control the cooling system in one of the operating modes to cool the dairy cowshed according to the cow drinking water frequency and the temperature/humidity index.

Abstract: A bird propelled rotating hummingbird feeder. A pivot housing includes a central axis and a central hole. A plurality of fins is configured as dual opposing fin sets, where each fin is angled at an oblique angle with respect to a plane passing perpendicularly through the central axis and each fin set comprises at least three angled fins attached to the pivot housing so as to be symmetrically located opposite the other dual opposing fin set with the pivot housing centered between the dual opposing fin sets. A feeder jar housing integrated into each of the dual opposing fin sets central fin. A pivot cable is inserted through the central hole and a bearing element it is attached to a bottom end of the pivot cable within the pivot housing. A hanger is attached to a top end of the pivot cable.

Abstract: My years of experience working as beekeeper I observed ups and downs with the bees not surviving the winter in cold climate. Between the diseases, moisture, mold and food. The cost to purchase packages of bees every year increase. Also, the packages you buy are not the same quality as the bees that survive the winter. By observing the death of the beehive through the winter I came to conclusion to do something about that and I did. Did my homework and searched for beehive heater through beekeeping catalogs and I was unable to locate any. I started to design the heater several years ago. With My background and expertise in electrical, mechanical and little bit of sketch up knowledge I started my invention. In my design by providing adequate flow of air and heat the moisture will be eliminated and will prevent the mold to collect in the four corners of the bee box. The heat in the box also will help the bees to move freely from frame to frame to get to the food to survive.

Abstract: Open-sea aquaculture systems and methods are provided, which employ a semisubmersible platform with vertical columns, having storage and maintenance facilities for supporting aquaculture. Systems comprise a rigid assembly of aquaculture cages, with vertical cavities having forms configured to receive the corresponding vertical columns of the semisubmersible platform. The rigid assembly is mechanically connected to the semisubmersible platform in operational positions: (i) a raised position in which the rigid assembly encloses the corresponding vertical columns in the vertical cavities to limit a horizontal movement of the rigid assembly, and (ii) a lowered position in which the rigid assembly is below the corresponding vertical columns. Systems further comprise a control unit configured to control the mechanical position control mechanism to lower the rigid assembly upon occurrence of specified rough sea conditions, or whenever needed, and to raise the rigid assembly upon specified conditions.

Abstract: Disclosed is an aquarium that includes a tank, a magnetic induction transmission apparatus, and a first electric equipment disposed in the tank. The magnetic induction transmission apparatus includes a driving module and a receiving module. The driving module is disposed outside the tank and adjacent to a tank wall of the tank and is configured to be separable from the tank, and the receiving module is disposed on the tank wall of the tank and disposed corresponding to a position of the driving module. The driving module is connected to an external power source. The receiving module is connected to the first electric equipment and is operative to generate an induced current when the driving module is powered on.

Abstract: A water circulation pump pre-filter unit (PFU). The PFU is submerged and provides structure to camouflage the system to give a natural and aesthetic look. The PFU comprises at least two cleaning systems: (1) biological cleaning mechanism; and (2) an internal self-cleaning mechanism. Specifically, the PFU comprises several filtering surfaces that form a repository for pond debris on which fish and other aquatic creatures feed, i.e., the biological cleaning mechanism. These filtering surfaces of the PFU also provide a protective barrier that prevents large debris from entering the circulation pump. The internal self-cleaning mechanism is a spray wash water source mechanism used to clean the PFU without removing the PFU or fish from the pond or entering the water. Together these features improve the quality of the water in the pond and extend the life of a pump.

Abstract: Provided are a power generation apparatus and an aquarium equipment including the power generation apparatus. The power generation apparatus includes a water pump and a power generation induction coil. The water pump includes a stator, a rotor assembly, and an impeller. The rotor assembly is coupled to the impeller, the stator includes a U-shaped iron core and a coil winding wound around the U-shaped iron core. The coil winding is operative to be coupled to an external power source. The rotor assembly includes a rotating shaft and a permanent magnet rotor coupled to the rotating shaft. The power generation induction coil is wound around an exterior of the permanent magnet rotor and coupled to an electric device. The permanent magnet rotor is disposed at an open end of the U-shaped iron core.

Abstract: Disclosed are a water pump and an aquarium equipment that includes the water pump. The water pump includes a stator, a rotor assembly, an impeller, and a power generation induction module. The stator includes a U-shaped iron core and a coil winding wound around the U-shaped iron core. The coil winding is connected to an external power source. The rotor assembly includes a rotating shaft and a permanent magnet rotor. The impeller is connected to the rotating shaft or to the permanent magnet rotor. The power generation induction module is spaced apart from the rotor assembly. The rotor assembly and the power generation induction module are both disposed within a range of a magnetic field at an opening of the U-shaped iron core. The power generation induction module is electrically connected to an electric equipment.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the technical field of aquarium equipment. Disclosed is an aquarium that includes a tank, an electric device disposed in the tank, a first conductive contact configured to be coupled to an external power source, and a second conductive contact coupled to the electric device. The first conductive contact is configured to come into contact with the second conductive contact to power up the electric device.

Abstract: A heat exchange system includes a water flow casing shaped like an open box and having a flow space defined therein and water inlet/outlet pipes for guiding a water into the flow space or for guiding the water out of the flow space, a thermoelectric cooling chip fastened to the open side of the water flow casing with the cold side facing toward the flow space for cooling the water, a heat dissipating unit fastened to the opposing hot side of the thermoelectric cooling chip for dissipating heat from the thermoelectric cooling chip, and a water pump adapted for pumping the water through the water inlet/outlet pipes and flow space of the water flow casing for cooling.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a brain tumor animal model that directly reflects the phenomenon in a human patient and a method of preparing the same, and more specifically, a brain tumor animal model that mutations are introduced into p53, Pten, and EGFR genes, a screening method of a therapeutic agent for a brain tumor using the animal model, and a preparing method thereof.

Abstract: A construction method for an immunodeficient rat model includes the following steps. The gRNAs targeted for knocking out a Prkdc gene and an IL2R? gene are mixed with CAS9 mRNA respectively, and frozen in RNase-free ultrapure water to obtain injections A and B correspondingly. A human SIRP? genomic DNA is amplified, purified, and frozen in RNase-free ultrapure water to obtain an injection C. The injections A and B are injected into cytoplasm of fertilized eggs of different rats, and the injection C is injected into a pronucleus of a fertilized egg of another rat. The three fertilized eggs are then transplanted into different pseudo-pregnant female rats to breed second-generation rats A, B and C, respectively. The second-generation rats A, B and C are intercrossed to breed an F1 generation; and the F1 generation is further intercrossed to obtain IL2R? and Prkdc gene knockout immunodeficient rat models with human SIRP? gene.

Abstract: The invention provides genetically modified non-human animals that express a humanized MHC II protein (humanized MHC II ? and ? polypeptides), as well as embryos, cells, and tissues comprising the same. Also provided are constructs for making said genetically modified animals and methods of making the same. Methods of using the genetically modified animals to study various aspects of human immune system are provided.

Abstract: The invention provides genetically modified non-human animals that express a humanized MHC II protein (humanized MHC II ? and ? polypeptides), as well as embryos, cells, and tissues comprising the same. Also provided are constructs for making said genetically modified animals and methods of making the same. Methods of using the genetically modified animals to study various aspects of human immune system are provided.

Abstract: A method for detecting an arthropod, the method being performed using an apparatus including a detection surface, an electrode grid including electrodes arranged relative to the detection surface, and an electronic processing device, wherein the method includes, in the electronic processing device: measuring changes in electrical properties of the electrode grid in response to at least one of movement and positioning of one or more body parts of an arthropod in proximity to the detection surface; and, determining whether the arthropod is of a particular arthropod type by analysing the changes to determine whether the changes are indicative of a characteristic behaviour of the particular arthropod type.

Abstract: A pest control and/or detection system generally includes an electrically conductive bait matrix including at least one carrier material that is at least one of palatable, a phagostimulant and/or consumable and/or displaceable by pests, and a plurality of electrically conductive particles. The electrically conductive particles are substantially randomly interspersed throughout the at least one carrier material. The at least one carrier material includes a thermoplastic material and/or a resin.

Abstract: A sprayer system is provided for a work machine that includes a boom, a fluid source, and an air source. The sprayer system includes a spray device configured to selectively apply a fluid from the fluid source to an agricultural crop. A retractable arm includes a first arm segment, a second arm segment, a first hinge joint positioned such that the first arm segment is selectively foldable relative to the boom, and a second hinge joint positioned such that the second arm segment is selectively foldable relative to the first arm segment. An actuation assembly coupled to the retractable arm selectively folds and unfolds the first arm segment relative to the boom at the first hinge joint and the second arm segment relative to the first arm segment at the second hinge joint based on air pressure from the air source.

Abstract: Devices and methods for the control of pests, including plant pests, using the vapors of a plant health, pesticidal and/or pest control composition are disclosed. Compositions, devices and methods for the selective control of plant or other pests while not harming one or more beneficial insects are also disclosed. In some embodiments, the pests are include bugs, fleas, lice, ticks, plant pathogenic insects, acari, or the like. In some embodiments, the pests are varroa mites and the beneficial insects are honey bees.

Abstract: A method for weeding crops includes, at an autonomous machine: recording an image at the front of the autonomous machine; detecting a target plant and calculating an opening location for the target plant longitudinally offset and laterally aligned with the location of the first target plant; driving a weeding module to laterally align with the opening location; tracking the opening location relative to a longitudinal reference position of the weeding module; when the weeding module longitudinally aligns with the first opening location, actuating the blades of the first weeding module to an open position; recording an image proximal to the weeding module; and in response to detecting the blades of the weeding module in the open position: calculating an offset between the opening location and a reference position of the weeding module, based on the image; and updating successive opening locations calculated by the autonomous machine based on the offset.

Abstract: The invention comprises a plurality of components, each of which impedes or prevents intrusion by bed bugs onto a bed or kill them upon contact. A fitted sheet, impenetrable to bed bugs is removeably attached to a slippery skirt, which is too smooth for a bed bug to climb. Together, these inhibit bed bugs from climbing to the top of the bed from the floor or through the mattress. Zippers to attach the fitted sheet and slippery skirt are designed to prevent small gaps. Headboard and footboard attachments of a slippery skirt design further prevent incursion and form passive traps for encroaching bed bugs. A pesticide infused second skirt attached to the slippery skirt around the bed springs actively kills bed bugs which contact it, reducing the number of bed bugs living in an infested mattress. All parts except the slippery skirts and pesticidal skirt may be washed or heated in a conventional dryer, killing invasive bed bugs, thereby permitting extended use, reuse and higher effectiveness of the invention.

Abstract: Herbicidal dispersible concentrates include an herbicide and substantially water miscible amide-based solvents. Such concentrates may be diluted in water and used in methods to control weeds.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a flexible intrinsically antimicrobial absorbent porosic composite controlling for an effective pore size using removable pore-forming substances and physically incorporated, non-leaching antimicrobials. A flexible intrinsically antimicrobial absorbent porosic composite controlled for an effective pore size composited physically incorporated, high-surface area, non-leaching antimicrobials, optionally in which the physically incorporated non-leaching antimicrobial exposes nanopillars on its surface to enhance antimicrobial activity. A kit that enhances the effectiveness of the intrinsically antimicrobial absorbent porosic composite by storing the composite within an antimicrobial container.

Abstract: A method is provided for reducing the frequency of mis-directed output of hydroalchoholic gel from a dispenser. A method of reducing the formation of coagulated gel deposits, and dispensable hydroalchoholic gel compositions are also provided.

Abstract: Multi-purpose protectant compositions and methods of manufacture and application thereof. The multipurpose protectant compositions comprise a mixture of an aqueous solution of an organosilane. The solution may also contain surfactants and fragrance from natural and artificial sources. The multi-purpose protectant scompositiona are sprayed on any surface, allowed to cure, and result in long-lasting surface protection. The protectant compositions have a long shelf life and resistance to thermal degradation.

Abstract: A vinegar based anti-bacterial agent is a safe solution to harmful chemicals used to remove bacteria from skin, food or other objects. The use of vinegar enables the agent to be ingested without harmful effects.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of controlling plants comprising applying to the plants, or to the locus of the plants a composition comprising (A) a compound of formula (I) selected from the group consisting of: Formula (I), or an N-oxide or salt form thereof, and (B) one or more further herbicides.

Abstract: The invention relates to novel compounds of the formula (I) in which Aa, Ab, Ac, Ad, R1, Q and n have the meanings given above, to their use as acaricides and/or insecticides for controlling animal pests and to processes and intermediates for their preparation.

Abstract: Methods for controlling the growth of microorganisms in or on a product, material, or medium, such as a fermentable or fermenting medium, susceptible to attack by a microorganism, by treating with aqueous solution comprising monochloramine and at least one peroxide compound in a synergistically microbicidally effective combined amount to control unwanted microbial growth. Microbicidal aqueous solutions containing monochloramine and at least one peroxide in a synergistically microbicidally effective combined amount to control the growth of at least one microorganism are also described.