Abstract: Cell assemblies and methods for assembling cell assemblies include installing a plurality of cells within a cell housing and electrically connecting each cell to each other cell through at least one wire bond, wherein each wire bond is selected to conduct current from a respective cell during normal operation and to sever such electrical connection through the wire bond when a predetermined current exceeds a threshold value for a predetermined period of time.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally to pharmaceutical compositions comprising cannabidiol (CBD), ?-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and linalool. In some embodiments, the pharmaceutical compositions are useful in the treatment of an inflammatory condition, e.g., useful for the treatment of pain.

Abstract: The ends of the adjustable shoring beam can be adjusted to different heights along one or more securement tracks on a vertical post. The adjustable shoring beam engages the securement tracks on the vertical posts and each end is independently adjustable in one degree of freedom. Modular deck tracks on the vertical posts, adjacent to the securement tracks, allow for the engagement of a modular deck with a vertical post. The modular deck and securement beam are able to be moved independently past each other on the vertical posts by a user or an autonomous machine.

Abstract: A method of separating a liquid sample containing viral vectors includes flowing the liquid sample into an anion exchange column. A first viral vector contains a targeted genetic material and a second viral vector contains essentially no genetic material or a non-targeted genetic material, wherein the targeted genetic material is different than the non-targeted genetic material. A mobile phase can be flowed into the anion exchange column, wherein the mobile phase includes a buffer solution A and a buffer solution B. The buffer solutions A and B both include volatile buffer salts. The first viral vector and the second viral vector can be separated so that the first viral vector and the second viral vector elute off the anion exchange column at different times and then be detected.

Abstract: Additive mixtures for nonaqueous battery electrolytes have been discovered that provide for improved performance, and particularly for improved lifetime (cycle life and stability) in high voltage, rechargeable lithium ion batteries. The battery electrolytes comprise less than 10% by weight of an additive mixture comprising an additive solvent, a sulfur containing compound, and lithium difluorophosphate.

Abstract: Systems and method are provided for mitigating hacking of restricted access telecommunication services. In response to an authentication response from a user device, an authentication failure type and authentication failure frequency may be determined. Based on the authentication failure type and authentication failure frequency, the user device is blocked from accessing the telecommunication service for a predetermined period of time, preventing the service from being congested by recurring unauthorized users.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method of predicting changes in market share comprises computing coefficients of a first statistical model corresponding with first market research survey data relating to rational and emotional drivers of consumer choice. Each coefficient represents a relative impact of an associated driver. Predicted changes in attributes of the target brand are computed based on the first statistical model, using second market research survey data relating to consumer response. A predicted efficacy measure is computed using the predicted changes in attributes of the target brand and current market share data. A modified efficacy measure is computed based on the predicted efficacy measure, a measure of communications media efficiency, a measure of consumer recognition, and a measure of consumer linkage to the target brand. The modified efficacy measure is used with financial factor data to compute one or more measures of commercial outcome from the marketing communications campaign.

Abstract: A method of separating a liquid sample containing viral vectors includes flowing the liquid sample into an anion exchange column. A first viral vector contains a targeted genetic material and a second viral vector contains essentially no genetic material or a non-targeted genetic material, wherein the targeted genetic material is different than the non-targeted genetic material. A mobile phase can be flowed into the anion exchange column, wherein the mobile phase includes a buffer solution A and a buffer solution B. The buffer solutions A and B both include volatile buffer salts. The first viral vector and the second viral vector can be separated so that the first viral vector and the second viral vector elute off the anion exchange column at different times and then be detected.

Abstract: Methods and systems for monitoring and implementing process safety management of a facility comprise: conditioning a plurality of disparate process hazard analysis (PHA) and layer of protection analysis (LOPA) data sets to generate a relational database, the conditioning including: a) categorizing and classifying data elements of each PHA and LOPA data set, the categories and classifications consistent between all PHA/LOPA data sets; b) generating a plurality of hazardous scenarios by identifying a plurality of hazardous events and assigning said data elements to each hazardous event; c) grouping together two or more of said hazardous scenarios so as to generate a group representation. A risk analysis procedure is performed on an identified hazardous event in the relational database, the identified hazardous event belonging to at least one hazardous scenario forming at least one grouped representation.

Abstract: Described techniques select portions of an audio stream for transmission to a trained machine learning application, which generates response recommendations in real-time. This real-time response is facilitated by the system identifying, selecting and transmitting those portions of the audio stream likely to be most relevant to the conversation. Portions of an audio stream less likely to be relevant to the conversation are identified accordingly and not transmitted. The system may identify the relevant portions of an audio stream by detecting events in a contemporaneous event stream, use a trained machine learning model to identify events in an audio stream, or both.

Abstract: Described techniques select portions of an audio stream for transmission to a trained machine learning application, which generates response recommendations in real-time. This real-time response is facilitated by the system identifying, selecting and transmitting those portions of the audio stream likely to be most relevant to the conversation. Portions of an audio stream less likely to be relevant to the conversation are identified accordingly and not transmitted. The system may identify the relevant portions of an audio stream by detecting events in a contemporaneous event stream, use a trained machine learning model to identify events in an audio stream, or both.

Abstract: A ramp kerb, for supporting a transverse edge of a ramp surface and a ramp lip extension having an attachment portion, comprises a first longitudinally extending channel open at an inner transverse edge of the ramp kerb for receiving a transverse edge of the ramp surface and a second longitudinally extending channel open at the inner transverse edge of the ramp kerb for receiving an attachment portion of the ramp lip extension. The first and second longitudinally extending channels are vertically spaced.

Abstract: A training apparatus for simulating game-like random returns and/or rebounds that includes a ramp having an inlet portion, an outlet portion spaced from the inlet portion, and an intermediate portion between the inlet portion and the outlet portion. The inlet portion includes a beveled lip and is configured to rest on a flat surface such that a projectile moving along the flat surface toward the inlet portion can be received onto the ramp. The outlet portion is configured to redirect the projectile received onto the ramp to a course oriented at a downward angle from horizontal toward the flat surface.

Abstract: Described techniques select portions of an audio stream for transmission to a trained machine learning application, which generates response recommendations in real-time. This real-time response is facilitated by the system identifying, selecting and transmitting those portions of the audio stream likely to be most relevant to the conversation. Portions of an audio stream less likely to be relevant to the conversation are identified accordingly and not transmitted. The system may identify the relevant portions of an audio stream by detecting events in a contemporaneous event stream, use a trained machine learning model to identify events in an audio stream, or both.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method of predicting changes in market share comprises computing coefficients of a first statistical model corresponding with first market research survey data relating to rational and emotional drivers of consumer choice. Each coefficient represents a relative impact of an associated driver. Predicted changes in attributes of the target brand are computed based on the first statistical model, using second market research survey data relating to consumer response. A predicted efficacy measure is computed using the predicted changes in attributes of the target brand and current market share data. A modified efficacy measure is computed based on the predicted efficacy measure, a measure of communications media efficiency, a measure of consumer recognition, and a measure of consumer linkage to the target brand. The modified efficacy measure is used with financial factor data to compute one or more measures of commercial outcome from the marketing communications campaign.

Abstract: A motor vehicle floor system includes an integral seat attachment point, and an over-molded seat attachment insert of a floor. The integral seat attachment point is provided on the seat attachment insert.

Abstract: An EEG headgear assembly for placement on the head of a subject which includes headgear formed from elastic straps and wired electrodes. The electrodes are secured to the headgear by means of elastic pockets which press an electrode head toward a subjects skin.

Abstract: Devices and methods to capture moisture at a structural member in a vehicle. The devices include a flexible tray that can snap-fit onto an exterior of the structural member. Once attached, the flexible tray can collect moisture from the structural member. A diverter is coupled to the flexible tray. The diverter diverts the collected moisture away from the structural member.

Abstract: A method is provided for preserving cooking oil in a food fryer which comprises contacting the oil in situ with at least one oil-permeable cement body which is a stand-alone block and which has been hydraulically hardened from a paste comprising (i) white OPC clinker, (ii) white OPC or (iii) a mixture of white OPC clinker and white OPC, wherein the porosity of the cement body, estimable from the difference between its water-saturated and dry weights, is 30-55%, pores in the body being oil receptive by virtue of low un-bound water content.