Abstract: A pet diaper with detachable waste bag capable of collecting feces, in a detachable bag for easier collection and disposal enables a caretaker to easily remove the waste bag from the diaper for quick disposal without making a mess and without having to reach all the way to the ground. Furthermore, the pet diaper has a removable diaper core eliminating the need to change the entire diaper after the pet urinates.

Abstract: An adjustable pet leash which offers a secondary control handle capable of being slidably positioned and locked in a fixed position at any desired point upon the leashes tether. The leash has a secondary control handle assembly which allows the grip of the handle assembly to be slidably positioned upon a primary looped handle at the proximal end of the leash to return the leash into a sleek thin lightweight traditional leash without the hanging obstruction of the secondary handle dangling from the leashes tether. Additionally, control leash is simple to operate without complicated numerous pieces of hardware and it is comfortable for all ages of pet handlers.

Abstract: An animal collar stores and dispenses food, medications and/or other items, preferably to the animal wearing the collar. Dispensing can be triggered based on time (e.g., every 4 hours, etc.), electronic, voice or other signal.

Abstract: The present invention relates to moving animals to a new location. More particularly but not exclusively, it relates a wearable device to send a stimulus to guide an animal from an initial location to a target location, where the journey between the two locations comprises a path that the animal may be hesitant to transit, and adjusting the stimulus accordingly.

Abstract: Disclosed is an animal tracking system having at least one temperature sensor associated with a heat transfer element which has a heat transfer area provided in a manner contacting the ear of livestock, in order to provide tracking of health information and behavior analyses of livestock by the breeder by an electronic ear tag fixed to the ear regions of livestock.

Abstract: A system for tracing a Group of Members (GoM) of an animal population throughout a process including moving the GoM between a plurality of Physically Separate Locations (PSLs), the system comprising a processing circuitry configured to: obtain a plurality of sets of identifiers of the GoM, each obtained by readings of Identification Devices (IDs), wherein (a) each ID of the IDs is attached to, and uniquely identifies, a respective member of the GoM, (b) the identifiers in each of the sets are read (i) at a respective given PSL of the PSLs, (ii) by a respective given ID reader of a plurality of ID readers; (c) one or more partial sets of the sets do not include one or more respective missing identifiers of at least one member of the GoM; and add the missing identifiers to the respective partial sets along with a confidence score.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a modular offshore fish farm (1), where the fish farm comprises one or more closed net cages (2) and a service unit S, each closed net cage being supported by a buoyant body (3) which is configured for floating in a body of water, wherein each closed net cage is configurated for moving vertically in the body of water relative to the buoyant body, each buoyant body further comprising a number of buoyant elements (4) and connecting means for connecting to an adjacent buoyant body, at least one buoyant element (4) of a buoyant body being arranged to be ballastable/deballastable and at least one buoyant element comprises one or more pipes (16, 17) for supply of fresh sea water and drainage of sea water from the closed net cage and a pumping and cleaning system connected to the one or more pipes.

Abstract: A decoupled aquaponic system having two loop subsystems: hydroponic (Hp-loop) (2) and aquaculture (RAS) (1) interconnected by a third loop subsystem performing reverse osmosis filtration (OI) of RAS (1) recirculation water to achieve a higher nutrient quantity in the former and higher quality recycled water in the latter, with consequent energy savings due to its variable control structure and OI membrane effectiveness. Prior to entering the system containing the OI membrane, a water ultrafiltration (UF) (22) treatment is added to preserve its lifespan.

Abstract: The present invention relates to transgenic ornamental fish, as well as methods of making such fish by in vitro fertilization techniques. Also disclosed are methods of establishing a population of such transgenic fish and methods of providing them to the ornamental fish industry for the purpose of marketing.

Abstract: Non-human animal cells and non-human animals comprising a humanized ACE2 locus and a humanized TMPRSS locus, and methods of using such non-human animal cells and non-human animals are provided. Non-human animal cells or non-human animals comprising a humanized ACE2 locus and a humanized TMPRSS locus express a human ACE2 protein or a chimeric ACE2 protein, fragments of which are from human ACE2; and a human TMPRSS or chimeric TMPRSS protein, fragments of which are from human TMPRSS. Methods are also provided for using such non-human animals comprising a humanized ACE2 locus and a humanized TMPRSS locus to assess in vivo ACE2 activity, e.g., coronavirus infection and/or the treatment or prevention thereof.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides improved humanized IgG1 FCRN mouse models for use, for example, in estimating serum half-life of therapeutic proteins such as monoclonal antibodies.

Abstract: An installation for treating arthropod larvae, in particular, insects, and more specifically, ground Diptera larvae, comprises at least one piece of equipment producing glue water, which is extracted from the mixture of ground, larvae. The installation comprises a glue water circuit supplying a ground larvae treatment equipment comprising a circuit for diluting the ground larvae and/or a glue water evaporator and/or a meal dryer.

Abstract: A dive computer includes a pressure sensor, a screen, and a processor unit configured to control the screen and receive pressure measurements from the pressure sensor. The dive computer further includes a call member that performs at least one of the processes of emitting sound waves, emitting light, or generating vibration to call fish when operated, and the processor unit is configured to operate the call member when the processor unit detects that a predetermined trigger condition is met.

Abstract: an animated fishing lure is, generally disclosed. The fishing lure includes a shape memory alloy (SMA) actuator system, a lure body and a controller. The shape memory alloy (SMA) actuator system is generally positioned within the lure body and includes a flexible non-compressive base and an actuator wire made of SMA located on either side of the base. Each actuator wire is connected to a controller. Inducing electrical current through the actuator wires generates heat and results in a contraction of the wire. The tension generated by wire contraction act on the flexible non-compressive base causing it to bend. By alternating electrical currents through each of the actuator wires the lure is alternatively bent from a right bent position to a left bent position repeatedly creating an oscillating motion.

Abstract: Fishing lures and lines to improve the capability of visually following an angler's lure while in the water are set forth. The lures and lines include the incorporation of materials that are sensitive to sonar imaging, and will highly define the underwater location of the fishing line on a sonar device's screen.

Abstract: A fishing rod guide cover capable of not only protecting a rod tip portion and a rod tail portion of a fishing rod regardless of whether or not a reel or the like is attached, but also preventing the fishing rod from being detached from a cover structure, while simply and reliably accommodating and detaching the fishing rod of various types and dimensions. A fishing rod guide cover including a first cover portion capable of accommodating a rod tip portion of a fishing rod, and a second cover portion capable of accommodating a rod tail portion of the fishing rod, in which the first cover portion and the second cover portion are connected to each other via a connection portion, and a length in an extending direction of the connection portion is adjustable.

Abstract: The present disclosure describes a fishing rod transport that includes a reel compartment and reel stops. The reel compartment defines an interior volume inside the reel compartment and an exterior volume outside the reel compartment. The reel compartment includes first reel compartment openings disposed on a proximal end of the reel compartment and a second reel compartment opening disposed on a distal end of the reel compartment. The reel stops are attached to the reel compartment and disposed within the interior volume defined by the reel compartment. Each reel stop provides access from the interior volume to the exterior volume. The reel stops are disposed such that a distal end of a first reel stop is positioned closer to the second reel compartment opening than a distal end of a second reel stop.

Abstract: A fishing rod holder assembly for coupling with a fishing platform of a fishing rod management system. The rod holder assembly includes a fishing rod holder device configured for holding a fishing rod and a lid mounting plate. The lid mounting plate attached to the fishing rod holder device. The lid mounting plate includes a flange configured for being held by a lid of the fishing platform so as to mount the fishing rod holder assembly to the fishing platform.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a Holder Device for Insect Attractants that folds from a first position to a second position, being easily manipulated to grasp and hold attractants of different sizes. These attractants move in different areas without human contact, significantly enhancing the effectiveness of the attractants placed in the zones selected by said Holder Device for Insect Attractants.

Abstract: The present disclosure discloses an LED tube of a mosquito killer lamp and a mosquito killer lamp. The LED tube includes a lamp panel. The lamp panel is provided with several LEDs; the LEDs adopt LEDs with a wavelength of 365 to 380 nm and LEDs with a wavelength of 380 to 400 nm . . . . The LED tube further includes a scattering structure and a transparent tube body. The present disclosure also provides a mosquito killer lamp, which includes a power supplying module. The power supplying module configured to output a power supplying signal. A boost module electrically connected to the power supplying module and configured to receive the power supplying signal and output a boost driving signal. A mosquito killer unit is electrically connected to the boost module and a first light-emitting unit electrically connected to the power supplying module.

Abstract: The present disclosure discloses an LED tube of a mosquito killer lamp and a mosquito killer lamp. The LED tube includes a circuit board. The circuit board is provided with several LEDs; the LEDs adopt LEDs with a wavelength of 365 to 380 nm and LEDs with a wavelength of 380 to 400 nm. The LED tube further includes a scattering structure and a transparent tube body. The present disclosure also provides a mosquito killer lamp, which includes a power supplying module. The power supplying module configured to output a power supplying signal. A boost module electrically connected to the power supplying module and configured to receive the power supplying signal and output a boost driving signal. A mosquito killer unit is electrically connected to the boost module and a first light-emitting unit electrically connected to the power supplying module.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a method of trapping arthropods by providing a substantially planar, flexible insert having a LED-facing surface having an adhesive for trapping the arthropods disposed thereon. Then, bending the insert into a curved configuration and inserting the insert into an arthropod trapping device. The device includes a housing having a base and a curved shade. The curved shade is configured to receive the insert and comprises a LED-facing surface. A first LED having a peak wavelength of from about 400 nm to about 500 nm is mounted on the base and is configured to emit light in a direction substantially perpendicular to the LED-facing surface of the shade. A second LED having a peak wavelength of from about 350 nm to about 400 nm is mounted on the base and is configured to emit light in a direction substantially parallel to the LED-facing surface of the shade.

Abstract: A solar mosquito killer lamp includes a light emitted by the LED tube in the first light-emitting unit lures mosquitoes. The lured mosquitoes are killed through a high-voltage power grid. A battery and a circuit board arranged in a mounting shell supply power to the LED tube and the high-voltage power grid. Furthermore, a solar panel module electrically connected to the battery and the circuit board is provided, and can convert sunlight into electric energy and store the electric energy into the battery. Due to the solar panel module, compared with a mosquito killer lamp that only includes a single-layer solar panel, the mosquito killer lamp with the solar panel module enlarges an area of the solar panel, thereby improving the solar energy conversion efficiency. Therefore, the mosquito killer lamp can fully use the sunlight to achieve charging during outdoor use and is conductive to reducing the energy consumption.

Abstract: A vine growth prevention device can include a panel defining a width, a length, and one or more openings, the panel being planar in an installed and unstressed condition, the one or more openings defined in the panel between a first side end and a second side end of the panel; and a fastener configured to secure the panel to a guy wire at and through each of the one or more openings and at a position between the first side end and the second side end. A vine removal tool can include a first portion defining a mounting end; and a second portion defining a working end, the working end defining: a first notch defining a first radius; and a second notch intersecting the first notch and defining a second radius, the first radius being greater than the second radius.

Abstract: The present application is directed to a suspoemulsion composition comprising (i) a continuous liquid aqueous phase; (ii) a liquid organic phase emulsified in the continuous aqueous phase, the liquid organic phase comprising a water-insoluble organic solvent and a First Active Ingredient that is solubilized in the organic phase; (iii) a Second Active Ingredient that is solid and is suspended in the continuous aqueous phase, and is at least partially soluble in the organic phase; (iv) a polymeric surfactant in a concentration of more than 0.5 w/w %, with respect to the total weight of the suspoemulsion; and (v) between 0.

Abstract: Provided herein is a composition comprising a Pickering emulsion comprising a plurality of core-shell particles encapsulating a microbial cell and/or a spore thereof. Furthermore, a method for controlling a pest on or within a plant or at the area under cultivation is provided.

Abstract: A fungicidal composition comprising: (i) florylpicoxamid as a fungicidal active ingredient; and (ii) an organic acid selected from a compound of Formula (I), wherein: X=a bond, —CH2—, —CH2CH2—, —CH?CH— (cis- or trans-); n=0, 1, 2 or 3; and R1=—OH or —OCH3; or n=1; and R1=—C(O)OH.

Abstract: The present technology relates to a volatile organic compound (VOC) composition repellent or attractive for insects, which comprises a mixture of VOCs and a mineral carrier. The present technology also relates to methods of using the VOC composition in agriculture, in particular in fields for protecting plants against damage caused by insect pests.

Abstract: Agricultural products, such as pesticides, plant growth regulators, fungicides, herbicides, and insecticides, may be formulated to include one or more surfactants, from one or more surfactant classes, such as siloxane derivatives of amino acids that have surface-active properties.

Abstract: Biocide compositions efficacious for biofilm control, including treatment and/or prevention, comprising the synergistic combination of biocide(s) with a source of hydronium ions are disclosed. Methods of deactivating, removing and/or preventing biofilms with the compositions are also provided.

Abstract: The invention relates to chemical compositions comprising a benzalkonium compound, a penetration enhancer, a surfactant, and a polymeric film-forming agent, and their use to control fungi or fungus-like pathogens on plants and in soil.

Abstract: A composition for pest control, the composition including at least one active component, at least one botanical solvent, and an antioxidant. Further, the botanical solvent comprises at least one renewable hydrocarbon.

Abstract: A composition, having a liquid continuous phase, a first agrochemical active ingredient which is insoluble in the liquid continuous phase, a second agrochemical active ingredient or solvent which dissolves the first agrochemical active ingredient encapsulated in a permeable capsule, the permeable capsule dispersed within the liquid continuous phase, and a stabilizing amount of the second agrochemical active ingredient free in the liquid continuous phase which dissolves the first agrochemical active ingredient, as well as, methods of making and use.

Abstract: This application relates to methods of inhibiting the growth of human pathogenic bacteria in or on a plant by treating the seeds of the plant with an aqueous solution containing one or more ascarosides. The application also provides a method of inhibiting the growth of human pathogenic bacteria in or on a plant by spraying the plant with an aqueous solution comprising one or more ascarosides.

Abstract: The invention provides a method for inactivation or reduction of pathogens, microorganisms or parasites in a sample, media, composition, utility, device, surface or organism by treatment with an alkylating compound of Structure I, followed by elimination or reduction of the residual compound with Structure I by treatment with a neutralizing agent, which eliminates or reduces the toxicity or other undesirable properties of the alkylating compound with Structure I. The neutralizing agent may be present in a treatment solution or be part of a solid-phase agent, and preferably acts by eliminating the alkylating properties of the compound of Structure I.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides compositions and methods for regulating ethylene signaling in a plant or a plant tissue culture. The present disclosure also provides compositions and methods for modulating gravitropic set-point angle in plant roots via regulation of ethylene signaling. The present disclosure further provides small molecules that regulate ethylene signaling.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) where Q is Qa or Qb; and R4 is R4a or R4b, and wherein the substituents are as defined in claim 1, and the agrochemically acceptable salts, stereoisomers, enantiomers, tautomers and N-oxides of those compounds, can be used as insecticides.

Abstract: A herbicidal composition comprising S-metolachlor, metribuzin and cloransulam-methyl.

Abstract: A compound of formula (I) wherein the substituents are as defined in claim 1, and the agrochemically acceptable salts, stereoisomers, enantiomers, tautomers and N-oxides of those compounds, which can be used as fungicides.

Abstract: A compound having formula (I) and a process for preparing the compound of formula (I) are provided. R1, R2, R3, R5, R6, R7, R8, R9, X, Z1, and Z2 are as defined in the detailed description. A composition and a combination containing novel fused bicyclic pyridine carboxamide compounds and method for combating phytopathogenic fungi using the same are also described.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of formula (I) and compositions comprising the same. The invention also relates to the use of compounds of formula (I), or of compositions comprising the same, or of compounds of formula (II), for controlling unwanted vegetation. Further, the invention relates to methods of applying compounds of formula (I), or compositions comprising the same, or compounds of formula (II) on plants, their seed and/or their habitat. Finally, the invention relates to a method of manufacturing a compound of formula (III) via a compound of formula (I).

Abstract: Compositions that contain a substrate and silver particles are provided. where the composition are anhydrous, optionally having antimicrobial properties in either the anhydrous or a rehydrated form.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a seed coating composition comprising one or more active ingredients, to a method and use for improving the bio-efficacy of an active ingredient in a seed coating, and to a coated seed. The seed coating composition of the invention further comprises a wax and/or polymeric carbohydrate and wherein said seed coating composition has an amount of polymeric binder excluding wax and polymeric carbohydrate of 10% or less by total weight of the wax and polymeric carbohydrate together.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods of growing a plant, comprising applying to the plant and/or growth medium (a)an effective amount of a composition comprising one or more mycorrhizal fungi and/or one or more mycorrhiza helper bacteria (MHB)[A1] and (b) an effective amount of a composition comprising one or more gibberellins, one or more auxins, salicylic acid, and/or one or more jasmonates. Also disclosed herein are mixtures and uses of the compositions. The compositions can improve crop yield of plants and boost microbial activity in the soil.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to improved pest control compositions and aerosol pest control products comprising the pest control compositions contained in plastic containers. The aerosol pest control product may comprise a spray dispenser connected to a pressurized plastic container and a pest control composition contained in the plastic container. The pest control composition may comprise from about 1 wt % to about 15 wt % of sodium lauryl sulfate; from about 0.005 wt % to about 15 wt % of an active ingredient, wherein the active ingredient is an essential oil; from about 0.1 wt % to about 45 wt % of a first solvent, wherein the first solvent is isopropyl alcohol; from about 45 wt % to about 99 wt % of water; and a propellant, preferably the propellant is selected from the group consisting of nitrogen, carbon dioxide, and mixtures thereof.

Abstract: A heat exchanger for a cooking system is provided. The heat exchanger includes a central axis and a combustion chamber. The combustion chamber includes a central flow path, an inlet manifold, and an outlet manifold axially spaced from the inlet manifold. The inlet manifold and the outlet manifold extend annularly about the central flow path. A plurality of outer walls extend axially between the inlet manifold and the outlet manifold, wherein the plurality of outer walls are arranged about a radially outer perimeter of the central flow path. A burner assembly includes one or more burners that are configured to emit a combusted air/fuel mixture into the central flow path.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for automatically removing dough pieces from overhead dough proffer, statically weighing the dough pieces and reinserting them back in to the proofer they were removed from in the process stream. The weight information is analyzed by a weighing mechanism which can include a weigh bucket or other means for weighing to determine whether it represents the weight of pieces or the empty weight, and may be used to provide a signal proportional to the weight of a dough portion, or group of dough portions in order to automatically adjust the rate at which dough is fed to the dividing mechanism, thereby increasing or decreasing the dough piece weights to maintain the desired amount of dough per piece.

Abstract: A rolling dough mat or tray device for rolling dough securely and safely without spilling flour and other ingredients such as butter, eggs, and more on a countertop and floor is disclosed. The device includes a planar member and a raised wall extending along or around an edge of the planar member. The raised walls extend at an angle that departs away from the horizontal plane of the planar member and each wall is beveled. The raised walls function as a barrier for the flour and other ingredients from spilling out of the device onto the countertop or floor. In different embodiments, the device has a logo for marketing, a QR code encoded with dough recipes, and a plurality of measurement guides for assessing different rolled dough sizes. The device is made of food-grade material and can include an anti-bacterial coating.

Abstract: A shortening composition, including: a base shortening and a flavor enhancing composition. The flavor enhancing composition is prepared by hydrolyzing tallow in the presence of an enzyme.

Abstract: A process of producing a frozen sheeted dough, which can be prepared without using stress-free sheeting process and transferred directly from the freezer to oven without a proofing step. The process comprises mixing the dough ingredients comprising yeast and chemical leavening agents; resting the dough to form air cell structure; subjecting the dough to high stress sheeting compressions and freezing the dough. The frozen dough can be directly transferred to an oven without a proofing step. The resulting baked product has desirable texture and taste.