Abstract: Embodiments of a system and a method for classifying blocks of text at varying, possibly simultaneous, and possibly interacting levels of scope (e.g., sentence, paragraph, section, document) are disclosed. A system includes a processor coupled to: a data reader to receive an input comprising of a data stream, and convert the data stream into one or more logical data blocks of varying scopes. The system includes a dependency tree generator to create a dependency tree to define the scope and dependencies of each of a plurality of natural language processors (NL Processors) with respect to each other such that the dependency tree identifies when an input of a NL Processor (depender) depends on an output of another NL Processor (dependee). Each NL Processor is configured based on a type of at least one logical data block of the one or more logical blocks to which it applies.

Abstract: A vehicle system includes a first control module, a plurality of second control modules, and a vehicle network. The vehicle network communicatively couples the first control module and the second control modules. The first control module is programmed to generate an update command including a plurality of authentication keys and transmit the update command over the vehicle network. The update command is functionally addressed to be receivable by the second control modules. Each second control module is programmed to receive a configuration file; in response to receiving the update command, identify the authentication keys in the update command that are associated with that second control module based on the configuration file; and update with the identified authentication keys.

Abstract: A connector assembly of a cartridge of an electronic vaping device may be formed by metal in-molding. The connector assembly may include a connector body that is integrally formed. The connector body may include a base portion that is generally cylindrical, a nose portion extending from a first end of the base portion, and at least two slots extending longitudinally through the base portion and on opposing sides of the nose portion. An electrical lead extends through each of the at least two slots.

Abstract: A vehicle system includes a first control module. The first control module is programmed to generate an update command including a plurality of authentication keys and a mapping associating the authentication keys with a plurality of second control modules transmit the update command over a vehicle network. The update command is functionally addressed to be receivable by the second control modules.

Abstract: A method for configuring a system having a wearable optical unit is disclosed. The method includes powering on the system, and in response to the system being powered on, using one or more processors to control the system to: determine whether to cause the system to run a configuration workflow, and in response to determining to cause the system to run the configuration workflow, (a) control the system in connection with configuring an interpupillary distance (IPD) for a user of the system, (b) determine whether the IPD is configured for the user, and (c) in response to determining that the IPD is configured for the user, control the system in connection with configuring a focus of the optical unit.

Abstract: A marine pump may have a nozzle interface and a detachable strainer base. The nozzle interface may have an aperture for removably receiving a nozzle, and a detent channel defined therein. The detent channel may be configured to receive portion of a detent, which may be configured to contact the nozzle and hold the nozzle in place when inserted into the nozzle interface. The detachable strainer base may have a plurality of slots and a plurality of holes configured to interact with and stop particulates in a fluid passing through the strainer base.

Abstract: Hemodynamic monitoring system is presented. In one embodiment, a system for non-invasive monitoring of a subject's heart includes an RF transmitting antenna. The RF transmitting antenna is configured for transmitting at least one transmitted RF signal toward the subject. The system also includes an RF receiving antenna. The RF receiving antenna is configured for receiving at least one received RF signal transmitted by the RF transmitting antenna and modified by a subject's body. The RF transmitting antenna and the RF receiving antenna are located on opposing sides of a planar projection of the subject's heart. The system also includes a processing circuit configured for: controlling transmitting and receiving of the RF signal, and determining, based on the at least one received RF signal, at least one physiological parameter of the subject.

Abstract: Embodiments herein relate to a universal component interconnect express (UCIe) link that includes a mainband and a sideband. One or more pieces of logic may identify a data that is to be transmitted on the sideband. The logic may then identify, based on factors such as a characteristic of the data or a characteristic of the link, whether to transmit the data on the mainband. Other embodiments may be described and/or claimed.

Abstract: A medical connector for use in a fluid pathway. A valve member with sealing rings helps preclude undesired accumulation of fluid within the connector. A branched connector includes a fluid diverter extending away from a port of the branched connector. The fluid diverter is configured to divert fluid flowing through the branched connector and into a medical connector attached thereto, flushing a distal portion of the medical connector.

Abstract: A ventilated toilet for removing odors from the toilet base includes a unitary molded tank assembly with an integral ventilation cavity formed along the base and the back inside of the water tank. At least one water channel connects a water inlet chamber of the base to the water tank and is configured to channel water into the base when released from the tank, as well as to provide an airflow conduit for odors present in the base to be removed from the base via the ventilation cavity. A flush valve extends through the ventilation cavity to connect the tank and the base, and is sealed in attachment to eliminate egress of odors. The system permits substantial elimination of odors at flush volumes of 1.6, 1.3 or 0.8 gallons per flush by virtue of the enhanced seals and unitary construction. A toilet water tank assembly in accordance with the invention is also disclosed.

Abstract: The present application discloses a system and device for displaying content. The system includes two optical units. The two optical units are part of the system that is wearable. Each of the two optical units comprises a front lit display. The system includes an adjustable mounting. The adjustable mounting enables a user to adjust a mounting position of the two optical units.

Abstract: Example apparatus disclosed herein are to cause meter software to be provided to a compute device, the meter software executable by the compute device to monitor use of the compute device associated with presentation of media. Disclosed example solutions are also to collect demographic data of a user associated with the compute device, the demographic data collected from a source different from the compute device. Disclosed example solutions are further to obtain meter data from the compute device, the meter data generated by the meter software, and associate the meter data with the demographic data.

Abstract: A device and method for forming NO-containing gas flow to treat a biological object is disclosed. The device may include an anode, a cathode, an interelectrode area between the cathode and the anode, an NO-containing gas flow outlet channel leading from the interelectrode area to a nozzle for directing and releasing the NO-containing gas flow from the device and a mechanism to adjust a relative position between the anode and the cathode to produce varying concentrations of NO. In addition, the device may include one or more features for interconnecting the various components to ensure proper and consistent assembly of the device.

Abstract: A significant interest lies in compositions that hinder the metastatic process. This process, along with recurrence, is associated with a subset of highly invasive tumorigenic cells expressing CD44. Described herein are CD44-modulating peptide compositions for combination therapy as well as method of use thereof to treat or ameliorate tumors or cancers like ovarian cancer, endometrial cancer, or triple-negative breast cancer.

Abstract: Apparatuses and systems are provided which include a drug waste depository apparatus with a housing having a waste input port and a chamber, wherein the chamber comprises a waste inlet coupled to the waste input port and a waste outlet. The housing includes an interior space for receiving a removable module that is configured to analyze, sequester, and/or adulterate one or more drugs. The system is configured such that the waste outlet of the chamber may be coupled to an inlet of a received module and is further configured such that the waste outlet of the chamber may be closed when the interior space is void of a module. In addition, a drug waste depository apparatus is provided which is programmed to selectively route a drug from a first chamber to a second chamber of the apparatus based on information received at an electronic user interface of the apparatus.

Abstract: A medical connector for use in a fluid pathway includes a housing configured to permit fluid flow between a first medical device and a second device or location. The medical connector includes a valve member configured to be positioned at least partially within the housing. The valve member is configured to receive the first medical device. The valve member can be moved into a second state. The connector can be adapted for use with a catheter assembly.

Abstract: The current invention pertains to devices for counting and sizing particles suspended in a stream of fluid flowing in a predominant flow direction. Such devices comprise a fluid stream forming system having a directional element arranged to form the stream of fluid flowing in predetermined direction of fluid flow; a laser beam forming optical system including at least one source of laser light having at least one wavelength between 200 nm and 1000 nm, a profiling optical subsystem, having at least one collimator lens and at least one convergent lens, positioned to arrange the laser light in a laser beam along a laser beam axis directed substantially to illuminate a prearranged scattering volume of the stream of fluid, and at least one laser beam dump. Also, the device includes a wide-angle detecting subsystem and wide-angle back-reflecting subsystem.

Abstract: Techniques discussed herein relate to updating an edge device (e.g., a computing device distinct from and operating remotely with respect to a data center). The edge device can execute a first operating system (OS). A manifest specifying files of a second OS to be provisioned to the edge device may be obtained. The manifest may further specify a set of services to be provisioned at the edge device. One or more data files corresponding to a difference between a first set of data files associated with the first OS and a second set of data files associated with the second OS may be identified. A snapshot of the first OS may be generated, modified, and stored in memory of the edge device to configure the edge device with the second OS. The booting order of the edge device may be modified to boot utilizing the second OS.

Abstract: Embodiments of an artificial meniscus are disclosed herein. An artificial meniscus includes at least one circumferential fiber bundle and the at least one non-circumferential fiber bundle embedded in a polymer material. The non-circumferential fiber bundles are fully encapsulated within the polymer material, and the circumferential fiber bundles extend out of anterior and posterior horns of the artificial meniscus to terminate in ends that are configured for fixation to bone. Methods of making and implanting artificial menisci are also disclosed herein. The methods of making include, but are not limited to, stepwise molding, layering, and curing of polymer material around the circumferential and non-circumferential fiber bundles. The methods of implanting include threading ends of the circumferential fiber bundles through first and second bone tunnels, then immobilizing the ends of the circumferential fiber bundles with respect to the bone of the subject.

Abstract: A fluid transfer device can include a first attachment portion configured to engage a first port of a source container and a second attachment portion configured to engage a second port of an intermediate container. The first attachment portion can include a first projection defining a first fluid passage and the second attachment portion can include a second projection defining a second fluid passage. The fluid transfer device can further include a selector portion for selectively transitioning the fluid transfer device from a first configuration in which a flow path between the first and second fluid passages is closed to a second configuration in which the flow path between the first and second fluid passages is open. The fluid transfer device can further include a limiter configured to inhibit the selector portion from selectively transitioning the fluid transfer device from the first configuration to the second configuration.