Abstract:
An automated expert system that uses split-run and factorial design methods to determine which factors are most important in an experiment. The expert system is architected into Design, Execute and Evaluate phases, to assist a user in developing a Factorial Design experiment in which one, two or three factors are tested simultaneously. In a preferred embodiment, a database infrastructure and web client, browser-based methodology functions as the expert system (a “wizard”) to design experiments, build control groups and evaluate results, all with the goal of discovering what values for which factors will yield the optimum response from subjects.
Abstract:
An automated expert system that uses split-run and factorial design methods to determine which factors are most important in an experiment. The expert system is architected into Design, Execute and Evaluate phases, to assist a user in developing a Factorial Design experiment in which one, two or three factors are tested simultaneously. In a preferred embodiment, a database infrastructure and web client, browser-based methodology functions as the expert system (a “wizard”) to design experiments, build control groups and evaluate results, all with the goal of discovering what values for which factors will yield the optimum response from subjects.
Abstract:
A process for predicting response rates, such as to a marketing campaign. In general, the process involves collecting data concerning past transactions; using past transaction data to identify bins, or groups, of customers exhibiting similar purchase behavior in the past; summarizing (statistically) the average purchase behavior for each bin of customers and compiling the bin statistics for use in campaign planning; assign customers to appropriate bins (previously identified and statistically described) based on their past and most recent purchasing records; using the previously calculated bin statistics to estimate the likely number of purchasers and expected average revenue for each bin of customers; calculating a predicted total revenue by summing expected average revenues for each bin; calculating a predicted response rate; executing the marketing campaign; collecting data for new transactions; comparing the predicted and actual revenue and response rates; and using these comparisons to adjust and improve the methods of prediction for use in future campaigns.
Abstract:
A climbing wall assembly or climbing structure made in accordance with the present invention comprises at least two adjacent climbing panels and at least three support posts. The climbing panels are mounted between the support posts and adjacent climbing panels share a common support post. The panels include hinge elements which enables two adjacent panels to be oriented relative to each other at a desired angle. In addition, base members are provided to which the support posts are removably mounted, to enable removal and replacement of an individual panel of a wall assembly. Lastly, caps are provided to substantially close openings in the top surface of the climbing assembly and gaps between adjacent panels of the climbing assembly.
Abstract:
A method is performed to collect information in a work machine including an on-board data link connecting a wireless device and at least one on-board module. The process includes providing a first operational mode for the wireless device that allows the wireless device to perform a first set of operations on data associated with the at least one on-board module and providing a second operational mode for the wireless device that allows the wireless device to perform a second set of operations on the data associated with the at least one on-board module, wherein the second set of operations is a subset of the first set of operations. The process also determines an operational mode for the wireless device based on predetermined criteria and configures the wireless device based on the determined operational mode. Further, the process includes operating the wireless device in either the first or second operational mode based on the configuring.
Abstract:
A method and system are provided to perform a process of managing communications in an environment including a work machine having one or more on-board data links connected to one or more on-board modules and a gateway, and one or more off-board data links connected to one or more off-board systems and the gateway. In one embodiment, the process includes receiving a request generated by a first off-board system and transmitted on a first off-board data link and invoking a firewall application that performs a firewall process. The firewall process may include identifying a destination device associated with the request and determining whether the request is authorized based on a profile associated with the first off-board system. Also, the process may include determining whether the request includes a parameter identifier that matches a parameter identifier included in a memory location maintained by the gateway, and based on the profile and parameter identifier determinations, denying or granting access to proprietary information associated with the work machine.
Abstract:
Headgear for directing an animal is disclosed. The headgear includes a bit that includes a pair of rings to which reins of the headgear are to attach; a jointed mouthpiece with a connecting portion adjacent each end for connection to a respective one of the rings such that each ring can rotate through the respective connecting portion, and at least one joint between the connecting portions that allows the mouthpiece to articulate between an undeflected position in which the connecting portions have a maximum separation, and deflected positions in which the separation of the connecting portions is less than the maximum; and a mouthpiece support that extends between the rings, and limits the minimum separation of the connecting portions.
Abstract:
An eye shield attachment can be used in combination with a safety helmet. This helmet has a front brim continuous with a rim extending along each opposite side of the safety helmet to a pair of rim slots in the helmet's rim. The attachment has a pair of frames that can removably attach to the pair of rim slots in the helmet. The frames each have a fastening member that is lockable onto a corresponding one of the rim slots and adjustable to accommodate various depths in the rim slots. A support structure attached to the pair of frames extends along the rim toward the front brim. A front lens and corrective glasses may be attached to the support structure. A pliable bead may be attached to the front of the support structure and extend rearwardly to engage a wearer's forehead.
Abstract:
A system and method for providing indexed work machine utilization data. The system implementing the method includes an operator identification device for identifying an operator of a work machine based on operator identification data and a work data collection device for collecting work data related to the work machine. A first processing device indexes the collected work data to the operator identification data and a communication device transmits the indexed work data and operator identification data to a second processing device. The second processing device receives the indexed work data and the operator identification data and provides operator utilization metrics based on the indexed work data that reflect a quantitative performance value associated with at least one of the work machine and operator.
Abstract:
A method and system are provided to perform a process of wirelessly providing software updates to a target module located in a work machine. In one embodiment, the process includes determining whether a software update condition exits for software stored in the target module and when such a condition does exist, delivering software update data from a remote off-board system to the work machine. Further, the work machine may determine a location of the target module and whether an update delay condition exists. Also, the process may include delivering the software update to the target module if no update delay condition exists, and delaying the delivery of the software update data to the target module if an update delay condition does exist.