Abstract: A setting device including a processor is provided. The processor is configured to, when occurrence of a secondary disaster is predicted after occurrence of a disaster, set a region in which the secondary disaster is predicted to a charging-prohibited zone in which use of a charging facility for charging a battery installed in a vehicle is prohibited.

Abstract: A therapeutic cognitive focus device for improving the cognitive focus of a user in a learning environment by providing a variety of tactile sensations for the user is described. The device includes a strap having ends adaptable to form a bracelet or the like, and having various focus elements attached to or formed on the strap for a user to engage in hyperactive movements to increase cognitive focus. A first focus element comprising at least one rotatable bead, a second focus element comprising a plurality of fabric paint patterns, and a third focus element comprising at least one adjustable string having various shaped weighted ends, each providing a variety of tactile sensations when engaged by the user. The tactile sensations provided to the user when operating the device contribute to increasing cognitive focus when used in a learning environment.

Abstract: In a connector system for a battery system, the connector system includes: a connector configured to electrically connect to a counterpart of the connector, wherein the connector comprises a negative connection element and a positive connection element; a first temperature sensor thermally connected to the negative connection element; a second temperature sensor thermally connected to the positive connection element; and a control unit configured to receive a first temperature signal from the first temperature sensor and to receive a second temperature signal from the second temperature sensor; wherein the control unit configured to generate a first value based on the first temperature signal and a second value based on the second temperature signal; and wherein the control unit is further configured to generate an alert signal in response to an absolute value of a difference between the first value and the second value exceeding a predefined threshold.

Abstract: A security management apparatus includes a receiver, a printer, and a notifier. The receiver acquires, at an entrance of a facility, information about a visitor to a visiting destination of the facility. The information includes a stay permitted time at the visiting destination and at least one of an attribute, relation information, or a visiting purpose. The printer generates a portable medium that includes the information and the stay permitted time and records an image allowing distinguishing of content of the information. The notifier is configured to receive the stay permitted time from one or more readers disposed at the facility and is configured to read the stay permitted time from the portable medium in a noncontact manner. The notifier, in response to the stay permitted time being elapsed, warns the visitor who passes a disposition position of the one or more readers.

Abstract: A wireless process variable transmitter for use in an industrial process includes a process variable sensor configured to sense a process variable of the industrial process. Measurement circuitry connected to the process variable sensor provides an output related to the sensed process variable. Wireless communication circuitry connected to the measurement circuitry wirelessly transmits information related to the sensed process variable to a remote location. A removable industrial power module is configured to hold a replaceable battery and provide power to the process variable sensor, the measurement circuitry and the wireless communication circuitry. Battery test circuitry in the removable industrial power module connects to the replaceable battery and provides a visual output related to a condition of the replaceable battery.

Abstract: An apparatus for use with vehicle includes one or more cameras located in the vehicle, used to detect a figure and/or a behavior of a user sat in the vehicle. The apparatus also includes a controller communicated with the cameras, which obtains the detected figure and/or behavior of the user, and optimizes one or more components of the vehicle for the user, based on the detected figure and/or behavior of the user.

Abstract: A device for communicating a driving ability level of a user, the device comprising at least a processor, a memory, and a wireless transceiver. The device is configured to: receive a communication from a medical device, wherein the communication comprises information relating to a condition of the medical device; and send a communication to a vehicle. The information relating to a condition of the medical device is processed in order to determine a driving ability level of the user by the assignment of a category selected from a group comprising a first category and a second category.

Abstract: An amblyopia patch device including an eye patch, a light sensor attached to the eye patch, an alarm in communication with the light sensor, and an electronics system for triggering the alarm when the light sensor senses a light value above a pre-set threshold. A method of using the amblyopia patch device is also disclosed.

Abstract: A discharge detection device of the present invention is configured to be capable of detecting a discharge phenomenon via wiring, including: a noise detection section electrically connected to the wiring and configured to allow a noise component generated by the discharge phenomenon to be input via the wiring and configured to output the noise component if the noise component has a predetermined frequency or more; and an arithmetic section configured to determine whether a level of the noise component is high by comparing the level of the noise component with a threshold. The arithmetic section counts the number of occurrence of the discharge phenomenon if the level of the noise component is determined to be high, and performs a control process selected based on the number of occurrence of the discharge phenomenon.

Abstract: A micromobility electric vehicle comprising an electronic device holder and an integrated display to improve a user experience with the electric vehicle. The electric vehicle comprises handlebars coupled to an upper portion of a stem and configured to steer the vehicle, an electronic device holder having spring-loaded arms that retract at least partially into the handlebars, wherein the spring-loaded arms are configured to apply a force against edges of an electronic device when arranged between the spring-loaded arms, wherein the electronic device has a mobile display, and an integrated display arranged on a top surface of the upper portion of the stem and positioned between the spring-loaded arms of the electronic device holder, wherein the integrated display is configured to display information about the micromobility electric vehicle.

Abstract: An eye movement desensitization and reprocessing treatment system comprises an apparatus designed for the remote administration of eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy via an internet connection. The eye movement desensitization and reprocessing treatment system enables a therapist to remotely present a patient with a plurality of varying visual, audible, and tactile stimuli. The eye movement desensitization and reprocessing treatment system utilizes a pair of visual goggles with two layers of glass or glass-like material, which displays a visual image for the patient to follow with their eyes. A camera system provides a visual feed of the patient's face on the therapist's goggles. The frame of the visual screen comprises an array of LED lights that provide simulated sequential movement Over the ear noise cancelling headphones are also provided.

Abstract: In some implementations, a vehicle experience system may receive a service request associated with a vehicle. The vehicle experience system may qualify a driver for a vehicle experience involving the vehicle. The vehicle experience system may provide, to a user device associated with the driver, a verification code for authenticating the vehicle experience involving the driver and the vehicle. The vehicle experience system may provide, to a location management system associated with the vehicle, a notification that the vehicle is to be involved in the vehicle experience. The vehicle experience system may provide, to the location management system and based on receiving scan data being associated with the verification code, the authentication of the vehicle experience to enable a provisioning device to facilitate access to the vehicle.

Abstract: A system and method for sampling air in a controlled environment that includes two or more air sampling devices at different locations within the controlled environment. A controller is provided at a location outside of the controlled environment and in separate air flow communication with each of the two or more air sampling devices via separate first vacuum tubes, the controller having a manifold configured to separately control a rate of air flow from the two or more air sampling devices to the controller via each of the separate first vacuum tubes and to selectively direct the air flow from each of the separate first vacuum tubes to one or more second vacuum tubes. A vacuum source is provided at a location outside the controlled environment and in air flow communication with the controller via the one or more second vacuum tubes, the vacuum source providing suction and being controlled by the controller to generate the air flow through each of the first vacuum tubes.

Abstract: A monitoring system for determining whether the child or pet has been left unattended within the vehicle. The system may include a vehicle device having a monitoring platform, an alarm switch, and an alert device, which may emit an alarm if a first sensor detects the presence of the child or pet and a second sensor detects that the vehicle is in an off state. The system further may include a portable alert device that detects its location relative to the vehicle device, and emits an alarm if it is located outside a predetermined zone surrounding the monitoring platform. In another embodiment, the system may include a vehicle device having a sensor that detects whether the vehicle transitions from an on state to an off state and an alert device that emits an alarm if the sensor detects that the vehicle transitions to the off state.

Abstract: A patient support apparatus, such as a bed, cot, stretcher, etc., for supporting a patient includes an exit detection system with multiple user-selectable modes of operation that each have different sensitivity levels for triggering an exit alert. The exit detection system also includes one or more non-user selectable modes of operation that are automatically implemented in response to a triggering action. For example, a transition mode may be automatically implemented when the user attempts to switch from a first user-selectable mode to a different user selectable mode, or a motion mode may be automatically implemented when movement of one or more components of the patient support apparatus occurs. In the transition mode, the exit detection system may use a least restrictive sensitivity level. In the motion mode, the exit detection system may inhibit exit alerts and/or change the criteria for issuing the exit alert.

Abstract: An exit warning system and a control method thereof are proposed to prevent a malfunction of a SEA system by distinguishing a person approaching a host vehicle from another vehicle, where the warning system includes a target detection sensor configured to detect a target approaching a host vehicle, and a controller configured to control not to transmit a warning signal of a safety exit assist system, in response to a speed of the target is less than or equal to a threshold speed and a position of the target is positioned within a distance from a vehicle door of the host vehicle.

Abstract: A vehicle seating system includes a seatback pivotally coupled to a seat base. The seatback is operable between an upright position and a reclined position. A lift assembly is operably coupled to the seat base. The lift assembly is operable between a disengaged position and an engaged position. A position sensor is coupled to the lift assembly via a ball joint, wherein the ball joint and the position sensor adjust with movement of the lift assembly. A seat controller communicatively is coupled to the position sensor, wherein the seat controller determines if the lift assembly is in the disengaged position or has moved to the engaged position based on position data received from the position sensor.

Abstract: A system for interfacing a motor vehicle with a person residing in the motor vehicle incudes a monitor that determines the mental state of the person, a module that receives information from the monitor to provide an addition channel to interface between the motor vehicle and the person, and a module that receives information from the monitor to adapt the motor vehicle according to the mental state of the person to enable the system to execute operations based on the mental state of the person.

Abstract: Methods and systems are provided. One method includes processing operations to share electronic keys (e-keys). The method includes receiving a request to share an electronic key (e-key) of a vehicle with a recipient device. The request to share the e-key is initiated by sending a message to the recipient device using a sharing device. The method includes processing the request to validate the request to share the e-key, as received from the sharing device having associated therewith a registered owner e-key. Processing the request includes generating the e-key securely by the sharing device and registering the e-key that was generated with a server associated with a manufacturer of the vehicle. The method includes enabling the e-key for use on the vehicle by the recipient device responsive to said processing of the request. The request to share the e-key includes enabling a setting to apply a privilege level for use of the vehicle via the e-key.

Abstract: In one aspect, a method includes receiving data characterizing an alarm event report associated with a first industrial machine generated by a first user via a first web-based graphical user interface (GUI). The first web-based GUI associated with an enterprise monitoring system of an industrial enterprise that includes the first industrial machine. The alarm event report includes at least a portion of an event dataset including information of an alarm event associated with the first industrial machine, and an identity of a second user assigned to work on the alarm event report by the first user. The method further includes providing the alarm event report to a second web-based graphical user interface (GUI) associated with the enterprise monitoring system. The method also includes receiving, via a first GUI of a first monitoring system, data characterizing additional information associated with the alarm event and/or edits to the event dataset.