Abstract: A modular configurable multi-purpose system is provided. The system comprises at least one unit that has at least one room. The units are configured into at least one section, and arranged end to end or as called for in the application. A support section, having at least one support unit, may be provided for providing space for working, storage and other services for those working in the system. The system may be configured in numerous combinations to adapt to the immediate needs of the situation, and installed indoors and in the external environment. A method of operation of the system is provided.

Abstract: A soundproof building structure includes a first structure including a first floor, a first wall, and a first ceiling, each of which is concrete, a second structure inside the first structure and including a second floor having a vibration isolation structure on the first floor, a steel frame structure standing on the second floor apart from the first wall below the first ceiling, a second wall including a sound insulation board on an interior side of the frame structure, and a second ceiling including a sound insulation board on the interior side, and a third structure inside the second structure and including a detachable flat panel on an interior side of the second wall. An upper end of the panel fits into a rail fixed to a ceiling member of the frame structure, and a lower end of the panel fits into a rail fixed to the second floor.

Abstract: Hybrid buildings, hybrid building systems and methods of constructing hybrid buildings are disclosed. First and second building sections forming part of such buildings are also disclosed. One such hybrid residential building (1600) comprises a first building section (1610) and a second building section (1620). The first building section is an on-site construction at a final location for the building and comprises a lower storey (1611) defining an internal volume (1613) that provides a lower living space (1615) within the building, and an upper storey (1617) defining an internal volume (1619) that provides an upper living space (1621) within the building. The second building section defines an internal volume (1623) and is transportable to the final location in a substantially assembled form. The first and second building sections are connected at the final location to form the building.

Abstract: An additive manufacturing method includes removing material from a sheet to create a plurality of individual layer segments formed, placing at least two first layer segments adjacent to each other at the same height to form a first layer having a hollow interior, the at least two first layer segments defining a first portion of an exterior of a part, and placing at least one second layer segment above the at least two first layer segments to form a second layer having a hollow interior, the at least one second layer segment defining a second portion of the exterior of the part. The method includes attaching the first layer to the second layer and removing material from the first layer and from the second layer to form the part having a continuous surface that extends along the first layer and the second layer.

Abstract: A transportable fold-out at least partial enclosure includes in one aspect of the invention a stationary platform having a major surface defining a stationary plane, a plurality of side edges, a front edge and a back edge. A primary platform has a major surface defining a primary plane, an inside edge, an outside edge, a front edge, a back edge, the inside edge being joined to the stationary platform, the primary platform having a folded position in which the primary plane and stationary plane are oblique or orthogonal, and the primary platform having an extended position where the primary platform is unfolded from the stationary platform. An end wall assembly has at least two segments, each segment having a major surface defining a segment plane, side edges, a top edge and a bottom edge, the side edges of the segments being joined to each other, the bottom edges of each segment being joined to one of the stationary platform and the primary platform.

Abstract: A modular staging system and method includes an overhead hoist grid for lifting staging modules providing for a vast variety of combinations of the truss components for making many different kinds and shapes. This design is flexible, scalable and can be reconfigured in an accelerated manner resulting is substantial cost savings for a production.

Abstract: Portable hunting blind including seat/chair for use in hunting or similar environment including side panels and hinge brackets having support arms mounted to side panels; seat mounted to side panels, the seat together with side panels and hinge brackets having support arms form a chair-like structure; skirt put around side panels to conceal hunter sitting on seat; and bonnets and blind top. Blind top conceals hunter while allowing hunter to see what is going on around him. To hunt or to come out of portable hunting blind, hunter stands up throwing back bonnets and hitting the skirt with his knee, thereby detaching skirt. Portable hunting blind is folded by folding side panels along with skirt with help of hinge brackets and by throwing back bonnets to retracted state for easy transport.

Abstract: A mobile electronic vehicle (EV) charging station is provided. The charging station may include one or more charging bays for charging electric vehicles (EVs). The charging station includes a plurality of batteries within an interior compartment to supply power for charging the EVs. There is a power delivery subsystem to control supply of electrical power from the batteries to the charging bays. The charging station self-driving to move between a first position to a second position. In some cases, the charging station includes a drive subsystem that controls speed and/or steering based on wireless communications.

Abstract: A foldable building structure is provided that includes a fixed space portion including a first floor portion, a first ceiling portion, a first wall portion rigidly secured to the first floor portion and the first ceiling portion. The foldable building structure includes a second wall portion which is movable between a folded position and a deployed position, and a third wall portion which movable between a folded position and a deployed position. The second and third wall portions when in their deployed positions form with the first wall portion a first wall component of the foldable building structure. The second wall portion is capable of being moved between the folded position and the deployed position without moving the third wall portion between the folded position and the deployed position.

Abstract: Methods for presenting an augmented virtual model of a physical building. A headgear on an Agent is used to scan a physical building and capture aspects of the building at respective locations. The aspects are stored a As Built Data. A portion of the As Built Data is associated with a location in the physical building. A user interface includes a representation of an agent position and presents the portion of the As Built Data in a position relative to the agent location.

Abstract: There is disclosed a method of constructing a building, comprising installing: wall structure of the building, the wall structure comprising a panel having opposed skins and a core within which extends at least one cavity; and a ceiling structure of the building, such that the ceiling structure is adjacent the wall structure, and the wall structure bounds a space at a side of the space and the ceiling structure bounds the space at a top of the space, and such that: the space is sheltered and/or isolated from the elements; and/or lock-up is attained in respect of said space, the method further comprising: thereafter installing at least one service line through at least one said cavity of said panel and/or installing at least one service line which comprises at least one said cavity of that panel; and thereafter installing a roof structure of the building over the ceiling structure, wherein a connector is secured between the wall structure and the ceiling structure to form therebetween a connection which is suc

Abstract: The presently disclosed invention relates to emergency housing units and methods of providing emergency shelter, where the emergency housing units comprising a shipping container, a front wall disposed at the front side having a door, a canopy pivotally connected to one of the shipping container and the front wall at a location adjacent to both a top portion of the shipping container and the front wall, the canopy able to pivot from a closed retracted position to an open extended position, and a canopy latch attached to the first gate and the second gate, the canopy latch engaging with the canopy and releasably lockably fixing the canopy and both gates in a fixed position relative to one another and preventing the gates from moving into a closed position.

Abstract: Implementations relate to determination and visual display of spoken menus for calls. In some implementations, a computer-implemented method includes receiving audio data output in a call between a call device and a device associated with a target entity. The audio data includes speech indicating one or more selection options for a user of the call device to navigate through a call menu provided by the target entity in the call. Text is determined by programmatically analyzing the audio data, the text representing the speech. The selection options are determined based on programmatically analyzing at least one of the text or the audio data. At least a portion of the text is displayed by the call device during the call, as one or more visual options that correspond to the selection options. The visual options are each selectable via user input to cause corresponding navigation through the call menu.

Abstract: A convertible container includes a top panel, a first longitudinal wall panel, a second longitudinal wall panel, and a bottom panel. The first longitudinal wall panel has a first longitudinal edge. The first longitudinal edge is connected to the top panel via a hinge. The second longitudinal wall panel has a second longitudinal edge. The second longitudinal edge is connected to the top panel at a fixed 90-degree angle. The bottom panel has an openable edge. The bottom panel is permanently coupled to the first longitudinal wall panel and removably coupled to the second longitudinal wall panel at the openable edge. The top panel is moveable between a first configuration and a second configuration. A method of assembling a functional structure includes providing the convertible container and lifting and rotating the second longitudinal wall panel away from the bottom panel about the hinge.

Abstract: A foldable building structure is provided that includes a fixed space portion including a first floor portion, a first ceiling portion, and a first wall portion. The structure includes a second ceiling portion and a third ceiling portion each movable between a folded position that is proximate to the fixed space portion and a deployed position. The second and third ceiling portions are movable from their respective folded positions to their respective deployed positions to form with the first ceiling portion a ceiling component of the building structure when in their deployed positions, the ceiling component having a periphery. At least one of the first floor portion, the first ceiling portion, the second ceiling portion, or the third ceiling portion includes at least a section of a closed-loop passageway proximate to the periphery in the interior portion adapted to contain a utility line.

Abstract: A method of constructing a building is disclosed, including selecting a standard dimension less than a wide-load trucking permit limit and designing a building on a grid defined by the selected standard dimension. The building includes a plurality of prefabricated elements, wherein each prefabricated element has a width correspond to the selected standard dimension. The plurality of prefabricated elements includes a wall panel, a roof panel, a laterally resistive frame, and a rebar cage. The method includes fabricating each of the plurality of prefabricated elements at a manufacturing plant and transporting the elements by truck to a building site. The method includes constructing intersecting grade beam footings at the building site and pouring a slab between the intersecting grade beam footings. The grade beam footings include the rebar cage and have a uniform width and depth, the grade beam footings and the slab having contiguous upper surfaces.

Abstract: A modular configurable hospital system is provided. The system comprises at least one unit. The system is configured with at least one patient care unit, which comprises at least one of a patient care room and a ward. The patient care units are sealably configured into at least one patient care section, and arranged end to end. A support care section, having at least one support care unit, may be provided for providing space for working, storage and other services for those working in the system. The system may be sealably configured in numerous combinations to adapt to the immediate needs of the situation, and installed indoors and in the external environment. A method of operation of the system is provided.

Abstract: A modular building structure that utilizes a standard, unmodified intermodal shipping container both for transport of the structural components and as an integral element of the method of construction. A modular structure kit is enclosed in the shipping container, which can be transported using all means that are standard for ISO containers. Using the preferred method of construction, the shipping container can be situated without heavy equipment. Once situated, the shipping container provides the primary support for a permanent elevated structure composed of unique components, assembled using conventional building techniques without the necessary use of heavy or specialized equipment.

Abstract: An additive manufacturing method includes removing material from a sheet to create a plurality of individual layer segments formed, placing at least two first layer segments adjacent to each other at the same height to form a first layer having a hollow interior, the at least two first layer segments defining a first portion of an exterior of a part, and placing at least one second layer segment above the at least two first layer segments to form a second layer having a hollow interior, the at least one second layer segment defining a second portion of the exterior of the part. The method includes attaching the first layer to the second layer and removing material from the first layer and from the second layer to form the part having a continuous surface that extends along the first layer and the second layer.

Abstract: The present disclosure includes a vacuum stall canopy assembly for a car wash system having a first post assembly having a base leg permanently attached to the ground, a beam attached to the top of the first post assembly, a roof assembly disposed on an upper portion of the beam, a debris separator disposed on the beam, the debris separator having a first side and a second side, a main airline fluidly connected to the debris separator and configured to be connected to a source of vacuum suction, a first hose on the first side of the debris separator, and having a first nozzle on a distal end of the hose from the debris separator, and a second hose on the second side of the debris separator, and having a second nozzle on a distal end of the hose from the debris separator.

Abstract: A modular commercial structure includes a first exterior module defining a first interior space therein in which office furnishings are disposed in the first interior space. The first exterior module has an interior elongated side that defines an opening for customers to access to the first interior space. A second exterior module defines a second interior space for conducting business activities therein, including an interior elongated side that opens to facilitate interaction between the customers and employees. A conveyance mechanism moves the first exterior module and the second exterior module between a first position and a second position to prevent access to the first interior space and to the second interior space while in the first position and to provide access to the first interior space and to the second interior space while in the second position.

Abstract: A seal device for sealing slide-out room opening in recreational vehicles. The seal including a base; a bulb; an alignment aid member; and a positional member. The base having a proximal end, a distal end, an inside portion, an outside portion, and a perpendicular member. The bulb having an arcuate portion, a sidewall portion and a curled end portion. The positional member extending perpendicularly to the base distal end in opposite direction of the alignment aid member. The seal device may further include a flap extending co-linearly from the base distal end and a fastening system.

Abstract: The recreational vehicle trailer chassis includes two main frame rails running front to back with a series of perpendicular connecting main cross-members to form a structural configuration increasing the torsional rigidity of the frame. The main floor and support framing has a front and rear living area generally divided by the direction of structural trusses. Above the rear and middle main frame rails is the rear and middle floor framing formed with a plurality of frame members. Between the rear and middle main frame rails and below the rear and middle main floor support framing are structural web beam trusses perpendicular to the main frame rails along with vertical support columns that connect the lower main frame to the rear and middle living area floor framing further increasing structural torsional rigidity.

Abstract: A system comprising; analyzing a building model, wherein a set of wall panels are isolated from other assemblies; processing a first set of data associated with the coordinates of the wall panels; processing a second set of data associated with the assembly of the wall panels; creating a set of data associated with the assembly of the wall panel and the coordinates of a set of wall panel members; formulating an assembly of the wall panel, wherein the assembly is a predetermined organization of the wall panels based on the first set of data and the second set of data; calculating the assembly based on a set of limitations, wherein the limitations are based on the shipping vessel; manipulating the assembly, wherein the manipulated assembly is within the limitations of the shipping vessel; and generating a graphical representation of the manipulated assembly.

Abstract: The present invention is a computer implemented method for determining and conforming the position of fixture within a building, comprising: accessing a model; identifying a fixture and frame members, wherein the fixture are positioned within the model and interface with select frame members and have a set of properties; detecting at least one instance where the fixture interfaces with at least one of the frame members; calculating an actual location of the fixture relative to the frame members; comparing the actual location of the fixture relative to the frame members to a required location, wherein the required location is based on the set of properties and determining if the actual location is within a tolerance of the required location; and generating a list of interfaces which the actual location is outside the predetermined range of the required locations.

Abstract: A vehicle handle device configured to operate a door lock device via a cable device, the vehicle handle device includes an operation member connected to the cable device and a handle case housing the operation member. The handle case includes a cable fixing base in which the cable device is arranged, a cap portion configured to fix the cable device to the cable fixing base, and a hinge portion configured to engage an engaging piece provided on one of the cable fixing base and the cap portion with an engaged piece provided in another of the cable fixing base and the cap portion, and rotatably connect the cap portion to the cable fixing base.

Abstract: A sliding partition enclosure system for a modified portable commode cabana with a private urinal cabana, providing simultaneous dual use. A commode cabana's internal compartment includes a commode and waste containment chamber disposed below. An external shell including: a roof, three wall panels, a front panel with latching door and a floor panel with external parallel tracks, a urinal affixed upon the external shell, a drainage system connecting the externally mounted urinal to the enclosed waste containment chamber. A sliding partition unit when extended, provides the private urinal cabana enclosure, including: two horizontally side panels on external parallel tracks of the commode cabana, a front panel with latching door, a roof, and a floor panel hinged to the commode cabana's floor that folds down, stabilizing the sliding partition enclosure when in use. The floor folds up and the partition slides closed when not in use for portability.

Abstract: A modular ballistic wall system uses a military standard shipping pallet as a floor. A wall frame is rotatably affixed to the pallet. The wall frame receives and supports a plurality of modular ballistic wall panels. The wall frame folds down against the pallet when the system is in a stowed position, e.g., during transport. The wall frame is generally perpendicular to the pallet when the system is in a deployed position. The modular ballistic wall panels can be solid metal ballistic panels, ballistic panels with firing ports, or ballistic glass.

Abstract: A sweeping blade assembly for attachment to a vehicle for sweeping a ground surface. The sweeping blade assembly comprises: a blade support for receiving a plurality of blades, a first row of blades and a second row of blades. Each row of blade comprising a plurality of blades which are separated from each other by a gap. The first row of blades and the second row of blades are provided beside (and parallel to) each other and positioned so that a given gap in a given row corresponds to a blade in the other row. In an embodiment, the gap is dimensioned to be smaller in width than the blades whereby a given blade in one row can have a partial overlap of two different blades in the other row. Whereby, the blades can freely move vertically and/or angularly when hitting uneven surfaces, and can be rectangular in shape, and thus reversible when the carbide on one of the edges is worn out.

Abstract: A construction board installation robot comprises a frame with attached devices to securely hold and subsequently affix to a substructure a construction board, a robotic system consisting multiple joints and links to position the frame, and a cart containing ancillary equipment needed for the completion of the desired task and the ability to move and position the entire assembly under its own power. Positioning is determined dynamically utilizing a series of laser scanners and optical sensors. To assist a laborer with the mounting of boards, the arm and cart are capable of being easily maneuvered either through the use of integrated sensors that direct the actuation of the arm and/or cart wheels as determined by the push or pull of the operator on the device, a method of remote control, and/or independently with control software.

Abstract: An acquirer (231) of an image processing device (100) acquires first connection information set between a first part displayed on a display (30) and glue from a glue setting table (214) of a memory (210). The acquirer (231) acquires second connection information set between a second part displayed on the display (30) and the glue from glue setting table (214) of the memory (210). A controller (232) connects together the first part and the second part displayed on the display (30) based on the first connection information and the second connection information acquired by the acquirer (231). A display controller (230) displays the first part and the second part connected together on the display (30).

Abstract: Systems for reducing power usage and/or wastage use sensors to gather information about a circuit and its usage. Triggers are identified based on the information from the sensors, and subsequently used to control power delivery by reversibly effectuating energization and deactivation of particular circuits through smart nodes.

Abstract: Power utilized in a local power network may be managed. The local power network may include a power management system. The power management system may communicate with one or more of a circuit controller, a switch controller, and/or an outlet controller in order to manage power utilization.

Abstract: The operation and/or power of a plurality of energy loads and/or energy supplies configured to supply power to the energy loads are managed in a coordinated manner. The coordinated control over the energy loads and/or energy supplies may enable the execution of missions including a one or more objectives by energy loads with an enhanced efficiency, autonomy, and/or effectiveness. Aspects of the planning and/or management of execution of the missions may be automated according to predetermined rules and/or criteria.

Abstract: Disclosed is a foldable transportable structure with a three dimensional rectangular shed roof shape having improved component and structural properties, and improved shipping and deployment capabilities. The integrated unique geometric folding pattern means provides enhanced folding accuracy and correct placement of interactive panels during collapse or assembly of the structure, and also greatly increases the flexibility for multiple unit combinations and component materials selection. The folding transportable structure provides a strong, safe, insulated weatherproof structure with a quick setup time, and requires NO tools or separate loose components for assembly.

Abstract: The present invention provides for a system, or kit, of blow molded panels having integrally formed connectors which combine to form an enclosure, commonly in the form of a utility shed. The corner sections, roof, wall and floor panels are formed of blow molded plastic with integrally formed connectors to interlock with one another.

Abstract: Expandable shelters having a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system arranged to receive outside air away from a mechanical compartment are disclosed. The expandable shelters may comprise an air inlet vent disposed in a front of the expandable shelter interconnected to an in-floor air duct arranged to draw outside air below an interior floor and exchange heat with the coolest area of the expandable shelter. By virtue of having an air inlet vent receive outside air from a location substantially away from the mechanical compartment and exchange heat with the coolest area of the expandable shelter, an environmental control unit (ECU), housed in the mechanical compartment, receives relatively cool outside air, keeping air temperatures inside the mechanical compartment below the upper operating limit of the ECU.

Abstract: Method of deployment of portable shelters is described. The shelters or housing units may be deployed in emergency housing situations and may be grouped into systems of shelters.

Abstract: The invention relates to a paint mixing room (1) comprising a base portion (2), four walls (3), a top portion (4) and at least one door (5) located in one the walls (3); at least one shelf (6), particularly for water-borne products, solvent-borne products and/or color tools; at least one workbench (7); a color station (8) comprising e.g. a personal computer, a spectrophotometer, and a barcode reader; a connector for an electrical power supply; and a ventilation system (11); wherein the paint mixing room (1) is portable.

Abstract: A resilient seal for mobile living quarters around a slide out room that includes a pair of attaching members extending along the inside and outside surfaces of the main living area wall at an aperture through which the slide out room moves and further includes a connecting member extending between the attaching members and along the edge of the wall defining the aperture. A wiper seal extends from the connecting member to flex against the walls of the slide out room, and the connecting member further includes an accordion pleat for adjusting the distance between the attaching members to thereby accommodate walls of different thicknesses.

Abstract: Examples of construction systems and methods of constructing multi-story buildings utilizing premanufactured and prefinished components are disclosed. Examples of premanufactured and prefinished components include floor and ceiling slabs, non-weight bearing window walls, demising walls, exterior walls, and utility walls. The premanufactured and prefinished components may be transported to the construction site and assembled at the construction site.

Abstract: Improved foldable buildings include an improved rafter plate with a fifth hole that can be used for lifting and as a safety anchor and also has angled corners to abut rafter plate stops newly installed on rafters. Rafters and columns have improved bracket plates, new cross brace flanges, and adaptations for L-shaped brackets that support new steel stud purlins and girts. Wall and roof panels now have a vapor barrier and improved insulation. Rafters are further improved by addition of lifting sleeves. Flashing is pre-cut to custom sizes to avoid cutting at the job site and now features steel gauge flashing with adhered closed cell foam rubber on the interior surface. For long ridge flashing, flashing pieces have interlocking ends. Improved methods of assembly are described.

Abstract: An erectable portable housing structure is disclosed herein which has a plurality of panels that can be pivoted outward to form a two-story portable housing structure for the purpose of providing shelter for people or storage area. The portable housing structure may have an external envelope that can be transported through standard intermodal transportation systems. When the portable housing structure has been transported to a particular site, the panels within the portable housing structure may be pivoted outward to erect the two-story portable housing structure.

Abstract: A construction set and method for assembling a single-, or multi-level Relocatable Habitat Unit (RHU) requiring a plurality of flat panels that include male (M) and female (F) lock connectors located on their respective peripheries and a frame constructed from a plurality vertical corner posts and horizontal beams. The entire RHU can be assembled using a single, hand-operated tool to engage a selected M lock with a selected F lock in addition to other securing hardware. First the floor is established and leveled. Next, starting at a corner, the walls are erected around the floor using vertical corner posts and horizontal beams. Finally, the roof is created. The same, hand-operated tool is used for each task.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a new tension link drill floor level connection system for use on a drilling rig, as may be used in subterranean exploration. The present invention provides a tension link assembly for resisting separating forces incurred between sections of the substructure. In particular, the tension link assembly may be located at the drill floor level for resisting the separating forces imparted by “splayed” or wide leg mast structures that tend to separate substructure side boxes from the substructure center section. The present invention may be comprised of a first link element and a second link element with a tension link being connectable over the first and second link elements to resist separation between sections of the substructure. A latch mechanism may be utilized to prevent upward movement of the tension side boxes or center section relative to the drill floor or to one another.

Abstract: In a mobile stage system, a pair of hydraulic actuators at each end of the stage, in combination with certain structural elements, provides all of the necessary movement to transition the mobile stage system from the transport position to a deployed position, i.e., raise the roof and deploy the canopies. The hydraulic actuators not only control raising of the roof and deployment of the canopies, but also deployment of the outer deck panels of the stage. The roof panels and the canopy panels of the mobile stage system may also be in the form of a single, one-piece fabric covering. The mobile stage system may also be provided with a hitch assembly that can be folded out of view of the audience.

Abstract: A storage unit which is substantially water proof is provided. The storage unit may comprise a shell having lower edges which mate into a groove formed in a top surface of a base to provide a substantially waterproof barrier therebetween. The junction between the lower edge of the side walls and the first groove may be sealed with a water proof sealant. A front side wall of the shell may have an aperture therethrough to allow users to move items into and out of the storage unit. A door may be attached to the storage unit to prevent water from entering into the storage unit through the aperture. Moreover, a lower edge of the door body may be inserted into a second groove formed in the top surface of the base to prevent water from entering into the storage unit from under the door.

Abstract: Apparatus manually configurable from a portable unit configuration into an assembled configuration provides a rigid shelter including a solar powered electricity supply circuit. The rigid shelter including the solar powered electrical supply circuit is manually configurable into reusable disassembled parts. Wall elements are releasably connectable between a base element and a roof element. Corner elements are used to define a unit. A plurality of units may be arranged as a single storey shelter or as a multi-storey shelter. External shelter elements have solar energy collector cells that may form part of an external element. A shipping container arrangement includes a plurality of stacked portable unit configurations.

Abstract: A height adjustable shipping container usable as a building structure. The container having vertical corner columns and at least three side walls which may be transported at a reduced height as a shipping container and expanded at the receiving end. At least some of the vertical corner columns expand in length during expansion of the reduced height shipping container. The shipping container is able to transport therein structural components, such as wall, panel, roof and even fittings to build a building structure that is the equivalent in floor area to that of at least two shipping containers.

Abstract: Apparatus manually configurable from a portable unit configuration into an assembled configuration provides a rigid shelter including a solar powered electricity supply circuit. The rigid shelter including the solar powered electrical supply circuit is manually configurable into reusable disassembled parts. Wall elements are releasably connectable between a base element and a roof element. Corner elements are used to define a unit. A plurality of units may be arranged as a single storey shelter or as a multi-storey shelter. External shelter elements have solar energy collector cells that may form part of an external element. A shipping container arrangement includes a plurality of stacked portable unit configurations.