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An automated drug dispensing system includes a cabinet adapted to store a variety of prepackaged pharmaceuticals in a plurality of bins for filling patient prescriptions. Each bin stores a particular variety of packaged multiple-dose pharmaceutical. Each variety of pharmaceutical is associated with a particular code. A controller receives request signals and in response generates dispense signals. Each bin includes a dispenser coupled to the controller for dispensing the packaged pharmaceuticals therefrom in response to a dispense signal sent from the controller. After a package is dispensed, a code reader determines the code of the dispensed package and verifies whether the code on the dispensed package matches the code of the requested package.

The present invention provides contact lens with integrated biosensor for the continuous, non-invasive monitoring of physiological glucose by employing biocompatible nanostructure-laden lens materials. These contact lenses can be worn by diabetics who can colorimetrically see changes in their contact lens color or other fluorescence-based properties, giving an indication of tear and blood glucose levels. This invention for the glucose biosensor based on the new disposal contact lens provides a safe, convenient and non-expensive glucose sensing device. The sensing device disclosed herein provides an efficient and noninvasive solution for monitoring blood glucose.

An electrical wire includes at least one electrifiable conductor for delivering electrical power, a first insulating layer formed on one side of the electrifiable conductor, a second insulating layer formed on the opposite side of the electrifiable conductors, a first return conductor formed on the first insulating layer opposite the at least one electrifiable conductor, and a second return conductor formed on the second insulating layer opposite the at least one electrifiable conductor. The at least one electrifiable conductor is at least substantially entrapped by the first and second return conductors such that the distance between said at least one electrifiable conductor and each of said first and second return conductors is no greater than approximately 0.030 inches. At least one of the first insulating layer or the second insulating layer comprises a plurality of insulating layers.

An automated drug dispensing system includes a cabinet adapted to store a variety of prepackaged pharmaceuticals in a plurality of bins for filling patient prescriptions. Each bin stores a particular variety of packaged multiple-dose pharmaceutical. Each variety of pharmaceutical is associated with a particular code. A controller receives request signals and in response generates dispense signals. Each bin includes a dispenser coupled to the controller for dispensing the packaged pharmaceuticals therefrom in response to a dispense signal sent from the controller. After a package is dispensed, a code reader determines the code of the dispensed package and verifies whether the code on the dispensed package matches the code of the requested package.

The invention is a wrist wallet, substantially made of mesh fabric, having laterally positioned first pocket (50a), second pocket, and third pocket. A lining is inside the third pocket. All pockets have a single laterally elongated sealing element at the top of the wallet in the form of a zipper having teeth (39a). The wallet has an attaching means that secures the wallet circumferentially about a wearer's wrist. The attaching means is hooks and eyes, the eyes being mesh fabric.

A retractor blade for retracting soft tissues during surgery, the blade having a blade body having a first proximal end and a second distal end, the first end including a structure to allow connection of the blade body to a blade support member; a formation at its distal end which is capable of releasably engaging a second co-operating retractor blade; and a structure to engage the retractor blade to an anchor.

A combination apparatus includes a food storing and preserving machine and an electronic information center. An insulated cabinet provides a door enabling access to a refrigerated interior space within the cabinet. The door incorporates an electronic circuit including a computing unit with a digital data processor, data storage module, and a touch-sense display panel. A plurality of LCD panels are each enabled for displaying photos and other indicia composed from indicia data within the data storage module. A data port is configured for receiving information transmitted by wireless means. A software program in conjunction with the computing unit receives information at the data port and stores the information in the data storage module. Operational options may be displayed on the touch-sense display unit for manually directing the computing unit for displaying the indicia on the LCD panels.

One embodiment provides a solid-state battery that has a positive-electrode layer; a negative-electrode layer; and a lithium-ion-conducting solid electrolyte layer disposed between the positive-electrode layer and the negative-electrode layer. The positive-electrode layer contains a positive-electrode active material and a solid electrolyte comprising a hydride of a complex. Said positive-electrode active material is sulfur-based, and the solid electrolyte layer contains a solid electrolyte comprising a hydride of a complex.

A retrieval apparatus for entrapping and retaining an object located in a body for its extraction therefrom is described. The retrieval apparatus includes a snare and a snare control assembly. The snare has a proximal section and a distal section, and comprises a plurality of filaments extending from a proximal end of the proximal section towards the distal section, and then returning to the proximal end to form a plurality of loops. In the deployed state, the loops are interlaced to each other within the proximal section and are free and not interleaved within the distal section. Segments of the filaments of the distal section are bent with respect to segments of the filaments of the proximal section such that the retrieval snare in the contracted state forms a hollow cavity extending from the distal section towards the proximal section.

The present invention provides contact lens with integrated biosensor for the continuous, non-invasive monitoring of physiological glucose by employing biocompatible nanostructure-laden lens materials. These contact lenses can be worn by diabetics who can colorimetrically see changes in their contact lens color or other fluorescence-based properties, giving an indication of tear and blood glucose levels. This invention for the glucose biosensor based on the new disposal contact lens provides a safe, convenient and non-expensive glucose sensing device. The sensing device disclosed herein provides an efficient and noninvasive solution for monitoring blood glucose.

Compositions are provided that comprise a disinfectant, a pH indicator dye, and an alkaline substance. The pH indicator dye expresses a color when initially sprayed, but loses or changes color once sprayed. The compositions may be used to disinfect surfaces, and the pH indicator dye indicates what surface has been disinfected and ensures that a sufficient period of time has passed to disinfect the surface. Dispensing systems that are not fully air tight are provided for containing and dispensing the composition.

A retrieval apparatus for entrapping and retaining an object located in a body for its extraction therefrom is described. The retrieval apparatus includes a snare and a snare control assembly. The snare has a proximal section and a distal section, and comprises a plurality of filaments extending from a proximal end of the proximal section towards the distal section, and then returning to the proximal end to form a plurality of loops. In the deployed state, the loops are interlaced to each other within the proximal section and are free and not interleaved within the distal section. Segments of the filaments of the distal section are bent with respect to segments of the filaments of the proximal section such that the retrieval snare in the contracted, state forms a hollow cavity extending from die distal section towards the proximal section.

The invention relates to the electric power field, in particular to a live working robot used for running and operating along wires of high-voltage transmission lines, which can realize obstacle surmounting of the live working robots along the wires safely and conveniently, comprising: a main body; a walking mechanism, wherein the walking mechanism comprises three walking arms installed on the main body and spaced apart from one another, a rolling wheel is arranged at an end of each walking arm and is in an online state when being located on an upper surface of a wire or in an offline state when being separated from the wire; the rolling wheels of at least two walking arms are in the online state; at least one part of the walking arm can extend and retract in the vertical direction to change the vertical position of the rolling wheel relative to the wire, and at least one walking arm has a rotatable portion which can rotate to change the position of the rolling wheel relative to the wire; a mounting mechanism, comprising a hook and a sling connecting the hook to the main body; and a working arm, installed on the main body and provided at its end with a tool interface.

A solar-powered enclosure having solar energy system for powering an electrical subsystem is disclosed. The electrical subsystem may include lighting elements for illuminating the enclosure and the area around the enclosure in a decorative and functional manner.

The present utility model provides a hand-pulling food cutter / mixer, which comprises a container, a lid on the container and a processing implement in the container, and is characterized in that a hand-pulling driving mechanism is fixed into the lid, and comprises a torque-receiving device, a driving device and a torsional spring group one end of which is fixed to said upper lid and the other end of which is fixed to the driving device having a cord with a pull handle and a hollow drive gear the inner side of which has supporting teeth, the lower part of the torque-receiving device is a upright axis and the upper part of the torque-receiving device is a cob from the circumference of which at least two elastic arms, the end of each of which has a protruding end, extends symmetrically and oppositely, the upper part of the torque-receiving device is positioned in the hollow part of the drive gear, each of the protruding ends of the elastic arms is positioned between two of said supporting teeth, the upper part of the processing implement is positioned around the upright axis of the torque-receiving device. The present utility model has a low production cost, saves energy, and is safe and convenient to use.

A portable computer includes a display to display an image, a computer body detachably connected with the display, and a connector assembly provided between the display and the computer body to transmit an electrical signal from an antenna provided in the display to the computer body, the connector assembly including a connecting port provided in one of the display and the computer body, a connection jack provided in the other of the display and the computer body and detachably connected with the connecting port, and a guide unit including a guide projection provided in one of the connecting port and the connection jack to guide a connection of the connecting port and the connection jack when the display is connected with the computer body, and a projection receiver provided in the other of the connecting port and the connection jack to receive and guide the guide projection.

A foldable frame assembly includes a base frame having a wheel-carrying end for mounting a wheel unit, a handgrip end, and an intermediate portion connected to a prop member so as to lift the base frame to a standing position. A tabletop has a front tabletop end pivoted to the intermediate portion for suspending a machine above the ground surface so as to enable a rear tabletop end to turn from a working position to a folded position. A bracing member has an anchoring end pivotally mounted on the wheel-carrying end, and a slidable end coupled with the rear tabletop end such that when the rear tabletop end is turned from the working position to the folded position, the slidable end is turned to be close to the intermediate portion. A rear locking unit is disposed to guard against movement of the slidable end.

Provided are a method for transmitting and receiving broadcasting service information and a mobile station for a broadcasting service. The method for transmitting broadcasting service information at a base station, includes registering a mobile station in a first cell, wherein the first cell is a cell managed by the base station, receiving vehicle related information from the mobile station mounted on a vehicle, and broadcasting the received vehicle related information to target cells.

A method for preventing or reducing the development of delayed brain damage in a patient, comprises applying headwear (1) to the patient's head and circulating a fluid coolant through conduits (3) or passages in the headwear to cool the brain and thermostatically controlling the coolant temperature within a predetermined range to maintain the brain at a temperature sufficiently below normal for an extended period sufficient to prevent the death of neurons, glial or other cells that would otherwise die as a consequence of direct injury to the brain or other injury to the patient likely to cause injury to the brain.

A foldable frame assembly includes a base frame having a wheel-carrying end for mounting a wheel unit, a handgrip end, and an intermediate portion connected to a prop member so as to lift the base frame to a standing position. A tabletop has a front tabletop end pivoted to the intermediate portion for suspending a machine above the ground surface so as to enable a rear tabletop end to turn from a working position to a folded position. A bracing member has an anchoring end pivotally mounted on the wheel-carrying end, and a slidable end coupled with the rear tabletop end such that when the rear tabletop end is turned from the working position to the folded position, the slidable end is turned to be close to the intermediate portion. A rear locking unit is disposed to guard against movement of the slidable end.

An electronic settlement system for settling a transaction through a communication network comprises a settlement apparatus which performs the settlement of the transaction; a billing terminal connecting to the settlement apparatus via the communication network; and a paying terminal, connecting to the settlement apparatus via the communication network, wherein the settlement apparatus performs the settlement of a transaction by synchronizing a communication to the billing terminal with a communication to the paying terminal when the settlement apparatus sets up a transaction identifying number which identifies the transaction and when the paying terminal transmits the same transaction identifying number to the settlement apparatus.

An encrypted file delivery / reception system comprises a first computer, a second computer, and a password management device connected to the first and second computers through a network. The first computer has means for encrypting an electronic file to create an encrypted file. The password management device has means for storing password information including the correspondence between the decryption password for decrypting the encrypted file and telephone number of the user of the second computer, means for identifying the telephone number of the caller of a call when receiving the call with caller number notification, means for identifying the decryption password corresponding to the identified telephone number by referencing the password information, and means for transmitting the identified decryption password to the second computer. The second computer has means for decrypting the encrypted file created by the first computer by using transmitted decryption password.

A cell-based vehicle driving control system includes a local server for obtaining road environment information on roads within a cell and target vehicle information on a target vehicle within the cell and generating local waypoints based on the road environment information and the target vehicle information; a global server for monitoring the target vehicle information, the road environment information and local server information on the local server received from the local server; and a vehicle control terminal, mounted in the target vehicle, for receiving the local waypoints from the local server and controlling the target vehicle based on the local waypoints. The road environment information is obtained by using at least one sensor installed on the roads.

The present invention discloses an illumination device controlled by a magnetic reed module in a cabinet, and the illumination device is installed in the cabinet and comprises: a magnetic reed module, further comprising a magnetic reed switch and a magnetic member installed in the cabinet and a drawer in the corresponding cabinet; an electronic module, having at least one light emitting diode, and coupled to a power supply device, and the power supply device being coupled to the magnetic reed switch, such that when the magnetic reed switch and the magnetic member approach one another or move away from one another to control a power ON / OFF, so as to control the light emitting diode to emit light and provide a safe automatic illumination function whenever the drawer is opened.

A wheel brake mechanism for a baby stroller has a pair of sliders which can be released from and engaged with a toothed portion of a pair of rear wheels. The pair of sliders are driven by a pedal via a transmission shaft. The pedal has a rear end and a front end. A user may step downwardly on the rear end of the pedal to simultaneously brake the rear wheels on either side of the stroller; and step on the front end of the pedal to simultaneously release the rear wheels from a braked state.

The invention relates to a strong electromagnetic coupling wireless charging device for an electric vehicle, which comprises a mains supply, a primary rectifier filter, a primary converter, a primary coil of a separable electromagnetic coupler, a movable original coil support, a secondary coil of the separable electromagnetic coupler, a magnetic concentrating iron core, a movable secondary coil support, a secondary rectifier filter, a charging controller, a storage battery and the electric vehicle. A power frequency alternating current is input into the primary rectifier filter; a stable direct current is output by the primary rectifier filter; the stable current is subjected to high frequency inversion into a high frequency alternate current through the primary rectifier filter; the high frequency alternate current is sent to the primary coil of the separable electromagnetic coupler; and the magnetic concentrating iron core is arranged in the primary coil of the separable electromagnetic coupler, the primary coil of the separable electromagnetic coupler can move up and down through the movable primary coil support and the secondary coil of the separable electromagnetic coupler can move up and down through the movable secondary coil support so as to generate strong electromagnetic coupling, thereby realizing high magnetic density energy transmission.

There is presented a method and systems and methods for packaging foods with disparate water activity values, whereby an environment is presented to preserve substances, such as foodstuffs, by preventing unwanted water transfer between them within a multi-compartment package. Such a container may include a first inner compartment and a second inner compartment defined within an interior volume of the container; an opening mechanism to provide access to the contents of the two or more inner compartments; and wherein the first and second inner compartments are sealed and segregated to prevent migration of water from a first provided foodstuff stored within the first compartment to a second provided foodstuff stored within the second compartment.

A system and method for collecting and redistributing rainwater by catching rainwater using a conventional roofing and guttering system, piping the rainwater into a collection vessel for storing the rainwater, pumping the rainwater from the collection vessel through a hose; and redistributing the rainwater from the collection vessel via the hose. The system can comprise a rainwater filter that provides one or more filtration stages to rainwater collected. The rainwater filter has a filter reservoir that includes one or more outlets to communicate filtered water to the collection vessel and one or more overflow ports. The filter may also include a shutoff valve to regulate flow of water into the collection vessel, and a filter reservoir drain to avoid stagnation of water in the filter reservoir.

A decorative windmill having a solar energy system for powering an electrical subsystem is disclosed. The electrical subsystem may include lighting elements for illuminating the windmill and the area around the windmill in a decorative and functional manner.