Abstract: Certain aspects of the present disclosure provide techniques for electric vehicle charging management. In some examples, a method includes detecting a charge session associated with a charging station; generating an encoded identification message that includes an identifier and sending the encoded identification message to the charging station, the encoded identification message configured to cause the vehicle connected to the charging station to alter a battery charging rate based on the identifier; receiving telematics data from the vehicle, the telematics data including the battery charging rate; decoding the identifier from the battery charging rate; and assigning the charge session to an account associated with the vehicle based on the decoded identifier.

Abstract: An embodiment includes a process for treating an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) endoleak with a shape memory polymer (SMP) foam device. First, a bifurcated stent graft is placed within the aneurysm while a micro guidewire is positioned within the aneurysm for future catheter access. Second, after placing the iliac graft extension, a catheter is introduced over wire to deliver embolic foams. Third, embolic foams expand and conform to the aneurysm wall. Fourth, embolic foams create a stable thrombus to prevent endoleak formation by isolating peripheral vessels from the aneurysm volume.

Abstract: This application relates to a building energy analysis and management system for measurement and verification of building performance. The system can analyze, optimize, manage, maintain, trouble shoot, and/or modify building systems, such as HVAC systems, in connection with the building energy usage. Measurements may be gathered for one or more HVAC units coupled to pressure independent valves, and sent to one or more Surge Panels that pass data to remote analysis servers, which can receive other system or external data. The analysis servers compare measurements to predicted values and can standardize the predicted values to account for external conditions. The comparison can result in difference values used to generate probable causes and optimization recommendations. The system outputs reports or other data display using a graphical user interface that can be adjusted for an anticipated user.

Abstract: An embodiment includes a process for treating an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) endoleak with a shape memory polymer (SMP) foam device. First, a bifurcated stent graft is placed within the aneurysm while a micro guidewire is positioned within the aneurysm for future catheter access. Second, after placing the iliac graft extension, a catheter is introduced over wire to deliver embolic foams. Third, embolic foams expand and conform to the aneurysm wall. Fourth, embolic foams create a stable thrombus to prevent endoleak formation by isolating peripheral vessels from the aneurysm volume.

Abstract: An embodiment includes a process for treating an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) endoleak with a shape memory polymer (SMP) foam device. First, a bifurcated stent graft is placed within the aneurysm while a micro guidewire is positioned within the aneurysm for future catheter access. Second, after placing the iliac graft extension, a catheter is introduced over wire to deliver embolic foams. Third, embolic foams expand and conform to the aneurysm wall. Fourth, embolic foams create a stable thrombus to prevent endoleak formation by isolating peripheral vessels from the aneurysm volume.

Abstract: An embodiment includes a process for treating an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) endoleak with a shape memory polymer (SMP) foam device. First, a bifurcated stent graft is placed within the aneurysm while a micro guidewire is positioned within the aneurysm for future catheter access. Second, after placing the iliac graft extension, a catheter is introduced over wire to deliver embolic foams. Third, embolic foams expand and conform to the aneurysm wall. Fourth, embolic foams create a stable thrombus to prevent endoleak formation by isolating peripheral vessels from the aneurysm volume.

Abstract: An embodiment includes a process for treating an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) endoleak with a shape memory polymer (SMP) foam device. First, a bifurcated stent graft is placed within the aneurysm while a micro guidewire is positioned within the aneurysm for future catheter access. Second, after placing the iliac graft extension, a catheter is introduced over wire to deliver embolic foams. Third, embolic foams expand and conform to the aneurysm wall. Fourth, embolic foams create a stable thrombus to prevent endoleak formation by isolating peripheral vessels from the aneurysm volume.

Abstract: An embodiment includes a process for treating an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) endoleak with a shape memory polymer (SMP) foam device. First, a bifurcated stent graft is placed within the aneurysm while a micro guidewire is positioned within the aneurysm for future catheter access. Second, after placing the iliac graft extension, a catheter is introduced over wire to deliver embolic foams. Third, embolic foams expand and conform to the aneurysm wall. Fourth, embolic foams create a stable thrombus to prevent endoleak formation by isolating peripheral vessels from the aneurysm volume.

Abstract: An embodiment includes a process for treating an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) endoleak with a shape memory polymer (SMP) foam device. First, a bifurcated stent graft is placed within the aneurysm while a micro guidewire is positioned within the aneurysm for future catheter access. Second, after placing the iliac graft extension, a catheter is introduced over wire to deliver embolic foams. Third, embolic foams expand and conform to the aneurysm wall. Fourth, embolic foams create a stable thrombus to prevent endoleak formation by isolating peripheral vessels from the aneurysm volume.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method for handling a modification of an animation having a constraint includes detecting a user modification of an animation that involves at least first and second objects, the first object constrained to the second object during a constrained period and non-constrained to the second object during a non-constrained period. The method includes, based on the user modification, selecting one of at least first and second compensation adjustments for the animation based on a compensation policy; and adjusting the animation according to the selected compensation adjustment.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method for handling a modification of an animation having a constraint includes detecting a user modification of an animation that involves at least first and second objects, the first object constrained to the second object during a constrained period and non-constrained to the second object during a non-constrained period. The method includes, based on the user modification, selecting one of at least first and second compensation adjustments for the animation based on a compensation policy; and adjusting the animation according to the selected compensation adjustment.

Abstract: An artist directly manipulates the surface of a geometric shape, which is a blended result of a number of weighted shapes, to indicate how the surface of a geometric shape should look. In response to the direct manipulation, the weightings that must be applied to the number of different shapes to produce the manipulated shape are determined, optionally taking into account high-level knowledge and constraints provided by the artist.

Abstract: A pipe testing apparatus comprising an elongate tester body having sealing means and actuator means to deform said sealing means on activation. The apparatus is further provided with means to bias actuator means axially away from the sealing means on deactivation of said actuator means. The apparatus is typically used to test the integrity of pipelines at specific points, for example joints or welds.

Abstract: An alignment system includes two or more alignment devices arranged in close proximity and sharing a common processing device. The alignment devices are located adjacent to one another, yet while one substrate is being processed, a second substrate can be prepared for processing without affecting or interfering with the first substrate, thereby resulting in greater utilization of the process resource.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for configuring a computer system and a modem for use in multiple countries or with a plurality of different types of telephone networks is disclosed.

Abstract: A right-angle surface-mounted light-emitting diode is mounted on a printed circuit board within a thin form factor computer cartridge. The LED is mounted, inside the cartridge assembly, close to, and facing toward, the opaque edge of the cartridge. The edge of the cartridge frame has a small diameter hole, through which a clear light-transmitting material is installed. This light-transmitting material forms a light pipe which conducts the light emanating from the LED out of the card.

Abstract: A glider support assembly (10, 10') for a chair (12) or other similar article of furniture includes a lower floor base (14, 14'), an upper frame (18) for attaching the chair, suspension links (20) that support the chair frame (18) on the base (14, 14') for forward and rearward gliding movement, and stops (26, 28) preferably on the suspension links and supports (34) of the base in order to position the chair in a reclined position without any latch mechanism. Detachable connections (22, 24) of the suspension links (20) permit the support assembly to be stored, shipped, and sold disassembled in a knockdown fashion. Stops (30, 32) are also provided to limit excessive forward movement of the chair on the support assembly. In one embodiment of the support assembly (10), the supports (34) are constructed as bent metal brackets that project upwardly.

Abstract: Load management apparatus constituting a direct replacement for a conventional molded case circuit breaker consists of half-inch wide switching and management modules connected in series between an electrical load and its energizing source. The switching module is a conventional circuit breaker and the management module includes an electro-magnetic contactor. The latter is operated by an overcenter spring mechanism which in turn is operated by remotely controlled solenoids.

Abstract: Controlled switching apparatus mountable in a conventional residential panelboard includes a conventional molded case circuit breaker module mounted in adjacent side-by-side relation with an operator module. The latter is remotely operated and includes a single remotely operated electrically energized unidirectional actuator which oscillates a rocker connected to the circuit breaker handle for selective movement thereof between its On and Off positions.