Abstract: Disclosed are a single plate for assembling a cat climbing frame and a cat climbing frame thereof, belonging to the technical field of pet products. The center of the panel is provided with an open hole, which can be used for cats to shuttle and play. As the circular plate is detachably connected to the open hole of the panel, the circular plate can be folded, so that the circular plate can completely or partially close the open hole selectively. When the open hole is not needed or only the semi-open hole is reserved, it is only necessary to completely or partially close the open hole through the circular plate, which greatly facilitates the trepanning of the single plate, improves the flexibility of the cat climbing frame, avoids replacing the single plate, reassembles the cat climbing frame, and saves manpower.

Abstract: A collection device that is particularly suited for resiliently supporting a bag for the upright collection of excrement from an animal, such as a dog, by a user for subsequent disposal is presented. The device includes an elongated portion that extends between a first end and a second end. The first end includes a portion to facilitate holding the device, such as a handle. The handle is the terminal portion of the first end of the elongated portion formed as a loop and fastened to itself with a fastener. The elongated portion is configured to allow the user to remain standing for collection of the animal excrement as the animal is in the excreting position. A ring is attached to the second end of the elongated portion. The ring is configured to removably attach a bag thereto.

Abstract: An adjustable pet collar, including: a flexible collar strap, one end of the flexible collar strap is a buckle end, and the other end is movable; a first fastener, a second fastener, and a second buckle. The flexible collar is provided with a buckle structure that matches the buckle end; the movable end of the flexible collar belt passes through the first buckle and the second buckle one after another and then is fixed to the first buckle. The flexible collar belt includes: one end as a buckle The buckle end and the other end are movably connected to the first movable section of the first fastener, movably connected to the second movable section between the first fastener, and the second fastener, and one end is the movable end fixed to the first fastener and the other end is movably connected to the third movable section of the second fastener.

Abstract: A pet leash system includes a leash cord comprising a first end adapted to be connected to a pet and a second end. A housing can be connected to the second end of the leash, the housing having a handle portion with a handle opening adapted to receive at least a portion of the hand of a user so the user can grasp the handle. The housing comprises an accessory attachment mechanism on the housing adapted to carry one or more pet walk accessories in or on the housing. In one version, the housing includes a leash cord retraction mechanism.

Abstract: The system classifies aspects of beehive phenomenon by fusing sensor data from inside a beehive and human collected data from the same beehive using machine learning algorithms. The human collected data labels the sensor data indicating various aspects of beehive states. By collecting observation data from people looking into the beehives equipped with sensors, the sensor data is augmented with information. The resulting sensor and labelled dataset are used to train machine learning algorithms to classify beehive health states using sensor data alone. This system is used for remote monitoring of honeybee hives using in-hive sensors.

Abstract: An inner cover of a beehive that has an R-value of 25-40 and a thickness that is generally equal to the thickness of conventional inner covers. The inner cover can be formed entirely or partially by a vacuum insulated panel (VIP). The VIP can also be included in an outer cover of the beehive. A beehive wrap-around insulation system is also described, where the wrap-around insulation system includes insulation panels with an R-value of at least 6.

Abstract: Non-human animal genomes, non-human animal cells, and non-human animals comprising a humanized coagulation factor XII (F12) locus and methods of making and using such non-human animal genomes, non-human animal cells, and non-human animals are provided. Non-human animal cells or non-human animals comprising a humanized F12 locus express a human coagulation factor XII protein or a chimeric coagulation factor XII protein, fragments of which are from human coagulation factor XII. Methods are provided for using such non-human animals comprising a humanized F12 locus to assess in vivo efficacy of human-coagulation-factor-XII-targeting reagents such as nuclease agents designed to target human F12. A short isoform of F12 that is produced locally in the brain, and methods of using the short isoform, are also provide.

Abstract: A support element for storing crates, wherein the support element is an elongate element having a cross section that is substantially formed in an U-shape, comprising a bottom section and two opposite side walls extending from the bottom section. The side walls each comprise a top portion, forming two elongate supporting areas, whereby the elongate supporting areas are configured to support a crate or a column of stacked crates, The inner side sections of the side walls each comprise a step symmetrically protruding to the inside of the U-shape forming two elongate running surfaces, whereby the elongate running surfaces are configured to support a conveyor system for transporting the crate. The invention further refers to a support system, a storage system and to a rearing unit.

Abstract: A simple and efficient breeding method for the bagworm moth is provided, as well as a device for performing the method. Also developed and provided is a method of easily collecting eggs from a bagworm moth, an egg collection device for bagworm moths composed of a tubular container. A bagworm moth breeding method and egg collection method performed using the device are also described.

Abstract: Two or more conditional, dominant, lethal gene expression systems provide high levels of penetrance in insects. Lethality is induced at an earlier stage of development and the risk of biochemical resistance is reduced, as compared to a single insect conditional, dominant, lethal gene expression system. The invention is useful for the control of insect populations.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a harvesting system for harvesting zooplankton or mesopelagic fishes and a method of harvesting zooplankton or mesopelagic fishes.

Abstract: A fishing rod assembly includes a rod and a reel assembly. The reel assembly includes a housing, a spool positioned within the housing, the spool configured to rotate about a central axis to retrieve or let out fishing line, and a gear set configured to drive the spool to rotate about the central axis, the gear set includes a first set of gears and a second set of gears. The gear set is configured to receive input rotational kinetic energy through the second set of gears and output rotational kinetic energy to the spool through the first set of gears. The first set of gears includes a planetary gear set arranged about the central axis, and the second set of gears is arranged about an offset axis that is spaced from the central axis.

Abstract: A directional guide for a spreader bar includes a body extending along a longitudinal axis. The body includes a first fin and a second fin spaced apart from the first fin. The first and second fins are coupled to the body and are configured to control a vertical position of the body in water through which the body is moving. Grooves are formed in the body. The grooves include a first groove extending along the longitudinal axis of the body, a second groove crossing the first groove and a third groove crossing the first groove. A keel is rotatably coupled to the body. The keel is configured to rotate between the first groove, the second groove, and the third groove. The keel is configured to control a lateral position of the body in water through which the body is moving.

Abstract: A method for monitoring and controlling the presence of at least one type of insect on agricultural crops, comprising the following stages: attracting and capturing at least one insect; obtaining at least one internal photograph of said interior surface; obtaining at least one external photograph of a crop coverage area; measuring the ambient temperature, soil temperature, ambient humidity and soil humidity in the crop coverage area; sending the data to at least one control device; and subsequently to at least one analysis device; detecting if there is the presence of at least one insect in it; identifying the species to which the at least one photographed insect belongs; including in an insect count for the identified species the at least one identified insect; determining a degrees day and an accumulated degrees day; determining the phenological stage of the at least one insect and of the crop coverage area; evaluating based on one or more of the parameters whether it is appropriate to apply at least one ag

Abstract: A computer-implemented method for determining at least one of the treatment parameters selected from the group consisting of: a) at least one time window for a treatment in an agricultural field, b) at least one method for a treatment in an agricultural field, c) at least one product for a treatment in an agricultural field, d) at least one dose rate for a treatment in an agricultural field, and e) at least one application map for conducting a zone-specific treatment in an agricultural field, comprising the following steps: (step 1) providing genetic information of at least one organism which existed or is existing or is expected to exist in the agricultural field, (step 2) at least based on the genetic information of the at least one organism, initiating and/or performing data processing in at least one database and/or data-base system containing (i) genetic information data and (ii) data related to the at least one treatment parameter, (step 3) outputting the at least one treatment parameter based on the re

Abstract: An unmanned vehicle management system includes: a protection area setting unit that sets a protection area where entry of an unmanned vehicle traveling around a sprinkler vehicle is prohibited on the basis of a sprinkling state of a sprinkle spray provided in the sprinkler vehicle moving at a work site; and an output unit that outputs the protection area set by the protection area setting unit.

Abstract: An optically structured element (1) for minimizing or preventing bird collisions, includes a carrier element (2), a high-reflectivity region (3), and a low-reflectivity region (4); which is distinguished in that a double cone reflectance difference of a first double cone reflectance of the high-reflectivity region (3) and a second double cone reflectance of the low-reflectivity region (4) is greater than or equal to 5% and a VIS transmission ratio of the first VIS transmittance and the second VIS transmittance is greater than or equal to 70% and less than or equal to 200%.

Abstract: Torches are automatically refilled with a liquid fuel from a central reservoir pumped via a plumbing system, without directly monitoring local torch fuel levels. Instead, each torch includes a passive fuel overfill prevention valve. When refueling, the pump operates until all torches are filled. Refueling can cease after a set time, or when sensors report a backpressure and/or cessation of fuel flow. Pre-calibration establishes torch burning rates and/or maximum refill time. Time between refueling is predicted, based upon total burning time, which can be measured by torch heat sensors or determined according to a usage schedule or direct control of torch ignition and extinguishing by the controller. Reverse pumping can extinguish the torches, and wick ignitors can relight them sequentially. A service provider can monitor fuel consumption, establish a pattern of usage, and supply fuel in time to replenish the central reservoir, and/or other provide maintenance as needed.

Abstract: An improved bugle call having an improved mouthpiece. The mouthpiece is constructed of an acrylic and configured to optimize back pressure blown into the mouthpiece. The acrylic construction significantly improves the harmonics of the bugle tube, allowing the user to simulate the sound of a bull elk bugling. The bugle tube is utilized with a reed to produce sound. The reed is preferably positioned in the user's mouth and operated as what is traditionally called an external reed call. The use of acrylic for the mouthpiece has produced a dramatically improved sound compared to traditional, known bugle tubes.

Abstract: A tree stand includes an activity rail assembly rotatably attached to a chair. The activity rail assembly is rotatable among a first stowed position in which the activity rail assembly is oriented upright, a second stowed position in which the activity rail assembly is oriented downwardly, and one or more deployed positions between the first stowed position and the second stowed position. The activity rail assembly is extendable and retractable between a first position and a second position, wherein when the activity rail assembly is in the first position, a horizontal activity rail portion is closer to the chair than when the activity rail assembly is in the second position. The tree stand may further include a platform to support the chair, and, optionally, a ladder portion to support the platform.

Abstract: In one aspect, the disclosure relates to open cell hydrogel networks, methods of making the same and baits formed from the same, methods of loading the same with attractant molecules and compositions, and methods of catching fish and/or other aquatic organisms using the same. The open cell hydrogel networks disclosed herein can be configured to have different properties based on the specific polymers used for synthesis as well as any initiators, catalysts, and/or crosslinkers, thus allowing the fabrication of suitable baits for a variety of target species. In some aspects, the open cell hydrogel networks can be used as a filter or drug delivery device.

Abstract: Clear, stable, water-based microemulsion formulations, compositions and methods are disclosed, comprising one or more anionic surfactants, one or more acylglycerol-derived emulsifiers, one or more water-soluble organic cosolvent, and optionally fatty acids and/or salts thereof.

Abstract: The disclosure provides a coated seed and methods of making the coated seed, wherein the coating comprises silk fibroin fragments. In an embodiment, the coating further comprises a plant growth regulator. The disclosure further provides formulations comprising silk fibroin fragments and a plant growth regulator.

Abstract: Herbicidal compositions for reducing off-site movement or drift of herbicides are described. The herbicidal compositions can include a drift retardant agent (DRA) along with at least one auxin herbicide and an emulsifying agent, such as an alkylpolysaccharide, a phosphate ester, an alkoxylated castor oil, or a combination thereof. Methods of making such composition are also described.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides biodegradable, bioactive biopolymer nanocoating platforms, compositions thereof, and methods for making and producing the biopolymer nanocoating platforms. The present disclosure also provides various agricultural applications of the biodegradable, bioactive biopolymer nanocoating platforms.

Abstract: A method of potentiating a biocidal impact of a dialkyl dimethyl quaternary ammonium salt, can include forming a composition by combining about 8% to about 20%, by weight of the composition, of a propoxylated and ethoxylated nonionic surfactant having an average carbon chain length of about 6 to about 10, or about 3% to about 20% by weight of the composition of an amine oxide; and about 1% to about 3%, by weight of the composition, of the dialkyl dimethyl quaternary ammonium salt.

Abstract: The present invention relates to malonamide compounds of the formula (I) wherein the variables are as defined in the claims and the description, and to compositions comprising these compounds. The invention also relates to the use of said malonamide compounds or the corresponding compositions for controlling unwanted vegetation. Furthermore, the invention relates to methods for controlling unwanted vegetation wherein said malonamide compounds or the corresponding compositions are applied.

Abstract: The present invention relates to fungicidal mixtures comprising as active components, (1) [(1S,25)-1-methyl-2-(o-tolyl)propyl] (25)-2-[(4-methoxy-3-propanoyloxy-pyridine-2-carbonypamino]propanoate; and(2) one fungicidal compound II selected from the group consisting of: II-1: N-methoxy-N-[[4-[5-(trifluoromethyl)-1,2,4-oxadiazol-3-yl]phenyl]methyl]cyclopropanecarbox-amide II-2: N-[2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)cyclobutyl]-2-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine-3-carboxamide.

Abstract: A microcapsule contains a core material included in a coating made of a resin, the core material including a liquid with a compound represented by the following formula (1) dissolved or suspended in an adjuvant, wherein a ratio between a weight of the core material and a weight of the coating (weight of the core material/weight of the coating) is 9 or more and 7999 or less:

Abstract: The present invention relates to active compound combinations, in particular within a fungicide composition, which comprise as compound (A) a compound of formula (I) and as compound (B) a further fungicidally active compound as specified below. Moreover, the invention relates to compositions comprising such compound combination and to the use of the compound combinations and the fungicide compositions as biologically active agent, especially for control of phytopathogenic fungi in crop protection and in the protection of industrial materials and as plant growth regulators.

Abstract: Methods are provided to increase hybrid seed yield in wheat seed production. Methods for enhancing pollination success and limiting the proportion of self-fertilized male seed in the final produced seed stock are provided.

Abstract: Surface treatment articles, systems for making/loading surface treatment articles, and methods of making surface treatment articles are described. In embodiments the surface treatment articles are configured to be impregnated or otherwise loaded with a surface treatment liquid that includes a carrier and an active agent. The carrier may be or include water, and the active agent may be or include dissolved ozone, ozone degradation products, and/or ozone reaction products. The surface treatment liquid may contain a threshold concentration of active agent for a residence time that is sufficient for desired cleaning, disinfecting, and/or polishing applications.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a pesticidal composition comprising elemental sulphur, flupyradifurone; and at least one agrochemically acceptable excipient. The invention particularly relates to a pesticidal composition comprising elemental sulphur in the range of 1% w/w to 95% w/w of the total composition; flupyradifurone present in the range of 0.01% to 70% w/w of the total composition; and at least one agrochemically acceptable excipient. The composition comprises particles in the size range of 0.1 micron to 50 microns. The present invention also relates to process of preparation of the pesticidal composition. The invention relates to a method of treating a plant, crop, plant propagation material, locus or parts thereof, a seed, seedling or surrounding soil with a pesticidal composition.

Abstract: A method of increasing growth of a plant, the method comprising applying a titanium dioxide photocatalyst to a surface of the plant, and converting nitrogen monoxide or nitrogen dioxide to nitrate on the surface of the plant.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for promoting plant growth, comprising subjecting at least one part of a plant to a carbon dot, wherein the carbon dot is doped with one or more doping material selected from the group consisting of silica, plant macronutrients, plant micronutrients, and drug molecules; and wherein the doping material is conjugated within and on the surface of the carbon dot. The present invention also relates to the use of a carbon dot for plant growth, wherein the carbon dot is doped with one or more doping material selected from the group consisting of silica, plant macronutrients, and plant micronutrients, and drug molecules; and wherein the doping material is conjugated within and on the surface of the carbon dot.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a plant disease control composition comprising a culture broth of Streptomyces sp. JCK-6141 strain or an extract of the culture broth of the strain, a preparation method therefor and a plant disease control method. The culture broth of the strain or an extract thereof exhibits extremely excellent antimicrobial activity when applied to a causative pathogen of plant disease and thus may be effectively used for plant disease control.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to compositions and kits for the treatment or prevention of a bacterial disease in a terrestrial plant or animal, comprising a phage and/or an immunogenic agent and a flying insect attractant. The disclosure also relates to methods for attracting flying insects to phages and/or immunogenic agents. The disclosure also relates to the use of a flying insect in a method of transferring a phage and/or immunogenic agent to an animal or plant, and to methods of treating or preventing disease in animals and plants using flying insects. The disclosure also relates to formulations of phages and/or immunogenic agents for use in treating and/or preventing disease in animals or plants.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are material composition formulated for mitigating activity of a virus on a surface of an article. Methods of preparing such a material composition are also disclosed.

Abstract: Provided are compositions and methods relating to herbicidal compositions. In particular, the invention relates to herbicidal compositions comprising a Mentha sp. plant extract composition that can be utilized alone or with other carvone and/or menthol or menthone containing plant extracts. Further, the composition acts in synergy with commercial herbicides. Also provided are methods of using herbicidal compositions for treatment of weeds, grasses, and photosynthetic organisms. In particular, the component acting in synergy with the commercial herbicide is a Mentha sp., and may also include dill, clove, caraway extract, and combinations thereof.

Abstract: A greasing system comprising a lubricant; pressurized air; a spray nozzle assembly in communication with the lubricant and the pressurized air having a spray nozzle manifold that further includes a valve bar assembly having a lubricant reservoir in communication with the lubricant; a plurality of proportional solenoid valves in communication with the lubricant reservoir; a plurality of lubricant passages in communication with the proportional solenoid valves; a plurality air passages in communication with the source of pressurized air; and a plurality of valves positioned in-line between the pressurized air and each air passage; and a nozzle bar assembly detachably connected to the valve bar assembly that further includes lubricant passages in communication with the lubricant passages in the valve bar assembly; air passages in communication with the air passages in the valve bar assembly; chambers in communication with corresponding lubricant passages in the nozzle bar assembly and corresponding air passages

Abstract: A food processing attachment for a food processing device includes a rotational adapter configured to be selectively coupled with a drive system of the food processing device. A food holder is coupled to the rotational adapter and having a base, wherein the food holder is selectively rotated by the rotational adapter. A central spear extends perpendicularly from a center of the base. A plurality of radial flanges extend perpendicularly from the base, wherein each radial flange of the plurality of flanges is discontinuous with the other radial flanges, wherein the central spear and the plurality of radial flanges are adapted to secure a food item in a processing space and in communication with the rotational adapter. A blade is coupled to an operable carriage and is adapted to selectively engage the food item within the processing space to remove at least a portion of the food item.

Abstract: Machine for making filled pasta including a feeding station, configured for feeding a layer of fresh pasta and a predetermined quantity of a semi-finished food product to a coupling space of said machine, and a coupling device configured for coupling the layer of fresh pasta and the predetermined quantity of semi-finished food product. The coupling device includes at least one pair of synchronised forming rollers configured to rotate, respectively, on a first and a second rotation shaft and defining between the m the coupling space. Moreover, the coupling device is configured for performing, at each rotation cycle of said forming rollers, the production of an element of filled pasta by progressively wrapping said layer of fresh pasta around the predetermined quantity of semi-finished food product. The coupling device is configured to rotate the forming rollers at a variable speed, between a maximum speed and a minimum speed, during a single rotation cycle.

Abstract: An electric gaff hook device includes an elongated pole having at least one hook that is positioned along the distal end. Each of the hooks including a curved shape, a sharpened tip, and a plurality of electrodes. A controller, user interface, power source and power output unit are provided along the pole. The power output unit receives power from the power source and sends amplified power to the plurality of electrodes based on a command from the user interface. The power discharged by the electrodes functions to stun and immobilize a fish for between about 1 and 3 minutes. A spike is provided along the distal end of the pole and includes a plurality of apertures forming a channel for receiving an elongated wire to euthanize and perform ike jime on the stunned fish.

Abstract: Disclosed is a food dough forming apparatus including a base, a receiving container installed above the base and configured to receive food dough, the receiving container having a discharge hole at a lower part thereof, a pressing part configured to press the food dough received in the receiving container downward, a forming part installed movably under the receiving container, the forming part having a forming frame configured to form the food dough discharged through the discharge hole by being pressed by the pressing part inside the receiving container into a preset shape, and a separating part configured to separate the formed dough formed in the forming part from the forming part.

Abstract: Deskinning device for removing skin from a poultry leg product, comprising a first leg end which comprises at least a part of an ankle joint, and a second leg end opposite to the first leg end, the first leg end being arranged at a higher level than the second leg end, wherein the device comprises at least one skin removal assembly which is adapted to carry out a deskinning process, a first skinning roller rotatable about an axis of rotation, wherein a first roller end is arranged at a higher level than a second roller end, a counter skinning member arranged adjacent said first skinning roller, a gap between the first skinning roller and the counter skinning member, wherein the skin removal assembly is adapted to pull the skin of the poultry leg product into the gap and towards the first roller end.

Abstract: A smoking apparatus includes a primary oven, a second oven and a rack. The primary oven includes a lateral wall formed with a recess and a vent located within the recess. The secondary oven includes a lateral wall formed with a bulge insertable in the recess, a vent located within the bulge, and a claw for hooking an upper edge of the lateral wall of the primary oven. The rack supports the primary oven.

Abstract: A system and a corresponding method for producing a UHT milk product by direct UHT heating. The method comprises feeding milk into a heating device, heating the milk by the heating device to increase a temperature of the milk to a first temperature within a range of 135 to 137° C., maintaining the milk inside the heating device at the first temperature for a first time within a range of 30 to 120 sec, feeding the heated milk into a homogenizing device, and homogenizing the heated milk by the homogenizing device, thereby producing the UHT milk product.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a tea composition. In particular, the present invention relates to a zinc fortified tea composition. Accordingly, the present invention provides a tea composition comprising; a) a micronized zinc compound; b) a first polysaccharide comprising maltodextrin; c) a second polysaccharide comprising gum arabic; and, d) a leaf tea product.

Abstract: A method of manufacture of cannabinoid infused coffee is disclosed. The method relates to manufacture of infused caffeinated beverages such as coffee and tea, typically coffee that are infused with chemically pure CBD. The method entails formation of chemically pure CBD isolate and infusing the isolate at elevated temperature into a caffeinated beverage such as coffee or tea, typically coffee.

Abstract: Provided herein are methods of making cannabinoid, including cannabidiol, infused beverages, including coffee.