摘要:
Digitized images are associated with English language captions and other data, collectively known as the metadata associated with the images. A natural language processing database removes ambiguities from the metadata, and the images and the metadata are stored in databases. A user formulates a search query, and natural language processing is used to determine matches between the query and the stored metadata. Images corresponding to the matches are then viewed, and desired images are selected for licensing. The license terms for selected images are displayed, and a subset of the selected images are ordered as desired by the user.
摘要:
A stackable refuse container system includes multiple stackable containers, each of which may be designated for holding a particular recyclable material. The containers are vertically stacked and a cart can be provided for transporting the stacked assembly to and from a curb. Each container may include a removable lid, a front portion of the lid being hingably attached to provide access to the container and a second portion formed to engage and support a bottom of a complementary container. Each container also has sockets for receiving the feet of another container when a lid is not used. Thus, containers can be stacked one upon another, with the lids on or off, and mounted on the cart if one is used. The containers an be provided, for separating recyclable from non-recyclable materials at the point of origin without taking up substantial space. Utilizing the stackable refuse container system as a substitute for a conventional container makes recycling more convenient for the user and substantially increases the recycle of glass, metal and plastic materials, reducing the burden on solid waste disposal facilities.
摘要:
An interface for translating signals from a ISDN terminal to an analog telephone terminal including apparatus for separating ISDN signals into control and data signals, apparatus for utilizing the control signals to generate tone signals for transfer to a telephone line, apparatus for translating the digital control signals into signals controlling the transfer of data from digital to analog form, apparatus for translating digital signals in ISDN format into analog signals under control of the apparatus for translating the digital control signals into signals controlling the transfer of data from digital to analog form, apparatus for translating control signals in analog tone format to digital signals for controlling the transfer of signals to an ISDN terminal, apparatus for using the control signals for controlling the transfer of data from analog to digital form, and apparatus for translating analog signals into digital signals in ISDN format under control of the digital signals for controlling the transfer of signals to an ISDN terminal.
摘要:
A synthetic aperture radar (SAR) system for determining the location of stering centers on low-observability aircraft or other vehicles has an antenna that moves along a linear track relative to the stationary unit under test. When the scan is complete, the system produces an image of the aircraft showing the scattering centers. The system may then superimpose graphics representing the outline of the unit under test on the image. The operator may use the graphics to correlate the scattering centers in the image with corresponding areas of the aircraft.
摘要:
An expandable intervertebral implant (10) includes a first member (20), a second member (40), and a collar operatively associated with the first and second members, wherein the collar includes a threaded mechanism so that rotation of the collar causes the second member to axially move with respect to the first member. The implant includes a ratchet mechanism (50, 80) so that when at least a predetermined amount of force is applied, the second member moves with respect to the first member in an axial, ratchet-type manner. The collar preferably includes a drive ring (60) rotatably attached to the first member and a ratchet ring (80) operatively associated with the drive ring. The ratchet ring includes an inner bore having at least one corresponding ratchet thread tooth form formed thereon for engaging a ratchet thread tooth form formed on the second member.
摘要:
A technique of providing consumer ratings relates to the requesting from providers, consumer contact information for consumers receiving goods and/or services from the providers by an independent third-party rating service. In response to receiving the consumer contact information, sending of survey questionnaires to the consumers may then be accomplished. The independent third-party rating service may then cause the compiling of the survey results, and then may display on its third-party website the consumer ratings for the actual consumers who have received the goods and/or services. The third-party rating service may supply to the provider computers the ratings or reviews from the surveyed consumers. Sub-categories may also be searched.
摘要:
The invention relates to a lock-release method to be applied to biomolecules, such as antibodies, to improve the purification, production, stability and storage of biomolecules. A biomolecule is covalently bound to a polymer support comprising a diketone group so that the biomolecule can be purified, produced and/or stored before being released from the support. The diketone group of the polymer support is a 1,3-ketoester, 1,3-ketothioester or 1,3-ketoamide is a group of Formula (1): R1 is an optionally substituted hydrocarbyl, perhalogenated hydrocarbyl, or a heterocyclyl group; Y is hydrogen, an optionally substituted hydrocarbyl, or a heterocyclyl group; X is —O, —NR2 or —S, wherein the free valence of —O, —NR2 or —S is bonded to the support optionally via a linker; and R2 is hydrogen, an optionally substituted hydrocarbyl, or a heterocyclyl group. The invention also relates to a polymer support comprising the diketone group.
摘要:
A transition metal hexacyanoferrate (TMH) cathode battery is provided. The battery has a AxMn[Fe(CN)6]y.zH2O cathode, where the A cations are either alkali or alkaline-earth cations, such as sodium or potassium, where x is in the range of 1 to 2, where y is in the range of 0.5 to 1, and where z is in the range of 0 to 3.5. The AxMn[Fe(CN)6]y.zH2O has a rhombohedral crystal structure with Mn2+/3+ and Fe2+3+ having the same reduction/oxidation potential. The battery also has an electrolyte, and anode made of an A metal, an A composite, or a material that can host A atoms. The battery has a single plateau charging curve, where a single plateau charging curve is defined as a constant charging voltage slope between 15% and 85% battery charge capacity. Fabrication methods are also provided.
摘要:
The present invention provides a method of obtaining a user selection in a software system, from a user with a musical instrument. One or more musical sounds are associated with each of a plurality of selectable objects (e.g. icons, menu items), which are provided to a user on a display. Musical audio is then received from the user, by playing on the musical instrument (e.g. guitar). The audio input may be received via a microphone or other audio input device. Then, the audio signal is analysed to determine whether the user played the one or more musical sounds associated with a selectable object. If so, that object is selected.