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A device for monitoring athletic performance of a user has a wristband configured to be worn by the user. An electronic module is removably attached to the wristband. The electronic module has a controller and a screen and a plurality of user inputs operably associated with the controller. The user inputs include a user input configured to be applied by the user against the screen and in a direction generally normal to the screen.

Systems and methods are provided for representing multiple tasks and their associated properties, including the time and nature of a deadline and preferences about the granularity of time for focusing on the task. This includes providing several services, including automated scheduling of project focus meetings with the owner of the system, reminders and tracking of time and resources used for the tasks, rescheduling of meetings given user input about putting off the task, and juggling and rescheduling appointments with other appointments as they come in, given the priority of the appointment. Methods are coupled with visualization and resource tracking tools, as well as such collaborative tools as multilevel, multi-view busy-free depending on those viewing the user's calendar. Resource tracking tools are harnessed for coalescing task-centric items and for providing appropriate files, documents, and other informational resources to users when users revisit a suspended task.

A transponder-reader transaction completion system includes a Radio Frequency (RF) operable reader for interrogating a RF operable transaction device via RF communication, wherein the transaction device is operable to provide an account number in ISO / IEC 7816 magnetic stripe Track1 / Track 2 format to the RF reader via RF communication. The RF reader is additionally operable to provide an account number in ISO / IEC 7816 magnetic stripe Track1 / Track 2 format to a merchant system for use in transaction completion.

The present invention discloses a system and methods for biometric security using DNA recognition biometrics in a transponder-reader system. The biometric security system also includes a DNA scan sensor that detects biometric samples and a device for verifying biometric samples. In one embodiment, the biometric security system includes a transponder configured with a DNA scan sensor. In another embodiment, the system includes a reader configured with a DNA scan sensor. In yet another embodiment, the present invention discloses methods for proffering and processing DNA scan samples to facilitate authorization of transactions.

A system, method, and computer program product for synchronizing communications, data, application workflow events, and business processes between a mobile device and a server are described herein. In an embodiment, the method operates by determining whether there is a data object to be synchronized between a source and a target, wherein the source and target are one of either a mobile device or a server. An indication is sent to the target when there is a data object to be synchronized from the source. The data object to be synchronized is saved in a cache on the source and it is determined whether the mobile device is connected to the server. The synchronization operation is queued for the target until it is determined that the mobile device is connected to the server, and results are returned to the source after the data object is synchronized on the target.

The present invention discloses a system and methods for biometric security using DNA recognition biometrics in a transponder-reader system. The biometric security system also includes a DNA scan sensor that detects biometric samples and a device for verifying biometric samples. In one embodiment, the biometric security system includes a transponder configured with a DNA scan sensor. In another embodiment, the system includes a reader configured with a DNA scan sensor. In yet another embodiment, the present invention discloses methods for proffering and processing DNA scan samples to facilitate authorization of transactions.

A method and apparatus for carrying out a set of vehicle inspections including, but not limited to, wheel alignment measurement, brake testing, tire tread depth measurement, tire pressure monitoring, vehicle battery testing, and a review of vehicle diagnostic trouble codes in an efficient manner using a multi-function vehicle service system and a single vehicle service bay or inspection lane. Results of the vehicle inspections are incorporated into customized reports generated for a customer or for a technician, and which may be utilized to obtain approval from the customer to conduct necessary repairs and / or provide beneficial vehicle services.

The present invention discloses a system and methods for biometric security using auditory emissions recognition biometrics in a transponder-reader system. The biometric security system also includes an auditory emissions scan sensor that detects biometric samples and a device for verifying biometric samples. In one embodiment, the biometric security system includes a transponder configured with an auditory emissions scan sensor. In another embodiment, the system includes a reader configured with an auditory emissions scan sensor. In yet another embodiment, the present invention discloses methods for proffering and processing auditory emissions scan samples to facilitate authorization of transactions.

A writing and reading assistant system helps a user to create a structured document and read a document. A structured document contains not only information as an ordinary document does but also properties and rules for holding, organizing and processing corresponding portions of information. The system helps the user as an author to search for information, generate, organize, examine, and modify ideas, to supply details, to examine one's writing from various aspects, to revise the writing, to specify information and access methods suitable for different audience, and to create a structured document. Further, the system helps the user as a reader to create and modify structures, define and modify properties and rules, and define and specify display forms, to associate text blocks with corresponding properties and rules, to extract information from an input document, to fill structures with corresponding information, to build various links among structures and display forms, and to display structures.

A cleaning robot for a swimming pool has a body unit with a battery power pack, adapted to move along the floor and / or walls of the pool. The robot may comprise a tail portion adapted for floating on the surface of the pool. The tail portion may have a float user interface. The robot may have a memory adapted to store a certain orientation of the robot and a controller to align the robot's orientation in accordance with the stored orientation. The robot may further be adapted to perform straight and stepped laps, to move in known mutually angled directions independently of the swimming pool's shape. The robot may perform a plurality of cleaning modes.

A transponder-reader payment system includes a RFID reader for interrogating a transponder, and a fob including a transponder which is associated with fob data file funded by one or more funding sources. In exemplary operation, the fob identifying information may be presented to the RFID reader for completion of a transaction request. The transaction request may be provided to a fob issuer system which may process the transaction request in accordance with a funding protocol wherein the transaction request is satisfied according to a fob issuer predefined funding criteria relative to the multiple funding sources.

The present invention discloses a system and methods for biometric security using smellprint recognition biometrics in a transponder-reader system. The biometric security system also includes a smellprint sensor that detects biometric samples and a device for verifying biometric samples. In one embodiment, the biometric security system includes a transponder configured with a smellprint sensor. In another embodiment, the system includes a reader configured with a smellprint sensor. In yet another embodiment, the present invention discloses methods for proffering and processing smellprint samples to facilitate authorization of transactions.

A system and method of providing an autocomplete recommended word, which classify a recommended word list according to indexes of various languages, store the recommended word list for each index, extract a corresponding autocomplete recommended word according to a user query and a setting mode which is received from a user's web browser, provide the user with the corresponding autocomplete recommended word, and thereby may propose a suitable recommended word according to the user query.

A putter golf club that resists twisting by increasing the rotational inertia of the golf club to the maximum degree possible by distributing mass away from the center of mass of the putter, and thereby expands the sweet spot of the putter. Rotational inertia is maximized via use of a heel control wing and a toe control wing extending rearwardly and outwardly from a striking face of the putter as well as a tail rod extending perpendicularly from striking face. Further increase of rotational inertia is accomplished via s symmetrical recesses incorporated into heel and toe control wing.

System and method for generating an application domain specific graphical program. A graphical user interface (GUI) for specifying functionality of a graphical program in an application domain is displayed, where the GUI corresponds specifically to the application domain. User input to the GUI specifying the functionality of the graphical program is received, and the graphical program generated in response, where the graphical program is executable to perform the specified functionality, and comprises multiple interconnected graphical program nodes that visually represent the graphical program functionality. The GUI includes graphical interface elements operable to indicate and / or specify, e.g., via user input, respective attributes of the graphical program such as timing, triggering, analog and / or digital input / output (I / O), resource allocation, processing option, inclusion of one or more external files, and one or more target devices, among others, and may determine the graphical interface elements based on the specified one or more target devices.

A method for registering biometric information for use in a transponder-reader system is disclosed. The method includes steps of detecting, verifying and storing a proferred biometric sample. During detecting, a sensor detects a proffered biometric to obtain a biometric sample. During the verifying step, the biometric sample is compared with other stored samples and / or other information. During the storing step, the biometric sample is stored on a database, for use by the transponder-reader system in authorizing transactions.

The present invention relates to a method for conducting transactions, such as standard banking transactions, using a wireless device, such as a cellular telephone, personal digital assistant, and other web-enabled wireless devices utilizing software downloaded to the wireless device. The software provides a user with interface screens on the display of the wireless device for facilitating information requests to a service provider having access to at least one account of the user.

The present invention relates to a process for producing an transparent or translucent transaction card having multiple features, such as a holographic foil, integrated circuit chip, RFID circuitry, silver magnetic stripe with text on the magnetic stripe, opacity gradient, an invisible optically recognizable compound, a translucent signature field such that the RFID circuitry and signature on back of the card is visible from the front of the card and an active thru date on the front of the card. The invisible optically recognizable compound is an infrared ink and / or film, which can be detected by a sensor found in an ATM or card assembly line.

An electronic cigarette comprises a cigarette rod with a battery, an atomizer configured to atomize tobacco oil contained therein, and an airflow path configured to enable the air to flow into the atomizer. A pressure regulating valve unit arranged in the airflow path includes a floating sphere configured to close or open the airflow path according to an airflow direction and to adjust the airflow rate flowing into the airflow path. By means of arranging the pressure regulating valve, it is able to control the airflow rate flowing into the atomizer, hence adjust the amount of smoke sucked to change tastes of smoking and meet users' different needs. Moreover, when blowing to the electronic cigarette, the pressure regulating valve unit will be in a closed state to avoid tobacco oil inside the atomizer flowing to the battery and a control board.

A writing and reading assistant system helps a user to create a structured document and read a document. A structured document contains not only information as an ordinary document does but also properties and rules for holding, organizing and processing corresponding portions of information. The system helps the user as an author to search for information, generate, organize, examine, and modify ideas, to supply details, to examine one's writing from various aspects, to revise the writing, to specify information and access methods suitable for different audience, and to create a structured document. Further, the system helps the user as a reader to create and modify structures, define and modify properties and rules, and define and specify display forms, to associate text blocks with corresponding properties and rules, to extract information from an input document, to fill structures with corresponding information, to build various links among structures and display forms, and to display structures.

The invention belongs to the technical field of visual detection, and provides a calibration method which is convenient and fast to use and accurate. The fast calibration method aims to make full use of characteristics of the multiple line structured light visual sensor in the aspect of three-dimensional shape measurement so as to be applied to on-line three-dimensional detection of industrial products. According to the technical scheme, the fast calibration method of the multiple line structured light visual sensor comprises the steps that a three-dimensional measurement model of the multiple line structured light visual sensor is built, wherein a measurement coordinate system is set in a world coordinate system where virtual space feature points are calibrated through the three-dimensional measurement model; according to the measurement model, due to the adoption of the Zhang calibration method that visual angles are not determined, a plurality of coplanar positions are placed through the visual sensor (namely, a plane target) to acquire virtual space feature point arrays so as to carry out camera calibration; three-dimensional point arrays on each light plane are acquired according to camera calibration results and the cross ration invariability theory to finish light plane calibration; the three-dimensional shape of a measured object is worked out in a back calculation mode through the measurement model. The fast calibration method of the multiple line structured light visual sensor is mainly used for visual detection.

A connector having a conductive member is provided, wherein the conductive member electrically couples a dielectric and a post, thereby establishing electrical continuity about an inner dielectric throughout the connector. Furthermore, the conductive member facilitates grounding through the connector, and renders an electromagnetic shield preventing ingress of unwanted environmental noise.

The invention discloses an inspection system and an implementation method for the electrical equipment of an unmanned aerial vehicle photovoltaic power station. The inspection system includes an airborne terminal, a ground terminal, and a wireless communication module. The camera or monitoring equipment collects the image data of the electrical equipment of the photovoltaic power station, and at the same time receives the control commands sent from the ground terminal to the airborne terminal; the ground terminal is set on the ground platform to process the data collected and sent back by the airborne terminal , to control the flight and shooting operations of the unmanned aerial vehicle on the ground; the wireless communication module completes the functions of transmitting flight control instructions, flight status data, and video return data between the airborne terminal and the ground terminal. The inspection system provides real-time high-definition viewing of infrared images and visible light images, which is convenient for timely resolution of faults. The images are analyzed on the ground side through pattern recognition. repair.

System and method for generating an application domain specific graphical program. A graphical user interface (GUI) for specifying functionality of a graphical program in an application domain is displayed, where the GUI corresponds specifically to the application domain. User input to the GUI specifying the functionality of the graphical program is received, and the graphical program generated in response, where the graphical program is executable to perform the specified functionality, and comprises multiple interconnected graphical program nodes that visually represent the graphical program functionality. The GUI includes graphical interface elements operable to indicate and / or specify, e.g., via user input, respective attributes of the graphical program such as timing, triggering, analog and / or digital input / output (I / O), resource allocation, processing option, inclusion of one or more external files, and one or more target devices, among others, and may determine the graphical interface elements based on the specified one or more target devices.

The present invention discloses a system and methods for biometric security using multiple biometrics in a transponder-reader system. The biometric security system also includes a biometric sensor that detects biometric samples and a device for verifying biometric samples. In one embodiment, the biometric security system includes a transponder configured with a biometric sensor. In another embodiment, the system includes a reader configured with a biometric sensor. In yet another embodiment, the present invention discloses methods for proffering and processing multiple biometric samples to facilitate authorization of transactions.

The present invention discloses a system and methods for biometric security using hand geometry recognition biometrics in a transponder-reader system. The biometric security system also includes a hand geometry scan sensor that detects biometric samples and a device for verifying biometric samples. In one embodiment, the biometric security system includes a transponder configured with a hand geometry scan sensor. In another embodiment, the system includes a reader configured with a hand geometry scan sensor. In yet another embodiment, the present invention discloses methods for proffering and processing hand geometry scan samples to facilitate authorization of transactions.

The present invention discloses a system and methods for biometric security using biometrics in a transponder-reader system. The biometric security system also includes a biometric sensor that detects biometric sample and a device for verifying biometric samples. In one embodiment, the biometric security system includes a transponder configured with a biometric sensor. In another embodiment, the system includes a reader configured with a biometric sensor. The device for verifying samples compares the biometric samples with information stored on the databases.