Abstract: A method is disclosed. The method includes forming a local data connection between a mobile communication device comprising a voice assistant module, and an access device in an interaction. The method also includes receiving, by the mobile communication device, a voice command with a request for the access device to automatically provide a resource to a user of the mobile communication device.

Abstract: A device comprising monolithic substrates forming a chip including a wireless, battery-less monolithically-integrated neural interface (MINI) device. The chip comprises an integrated circuit (IC) being embedded in a first monolithic substrate and comprising a plurality of amplifiers configured to amplify received neural signals from a monitored subject, and a radio data signal generator configured to process the amplified neural signals and generate a multiplexed digital signal. The chip includes radio-frequency (RF) planar coils embedded in a second monolithic substrate, being electrically connected to the IC through the first monolithic substrate, being configured for wireless transmission of the multiplexed digital signal to a remote wireless device and being configured to receive wireless power signals to power the IC. A plurality of on-chip electrodes is included to directly sense the neural signals of the subject and provide the neural signals to the plurality of amplifiers.

Abstract: A filter assembly for an engine, has: a housing having a longitudinal axis and defining an internal volume, the housing having an open end; and a cartridge assembly receivable within the internal volume via the open end of the housing and securable to the housing, the cartridge assembly including a filter cartridge, a cover removably secured to the filter cartridge, and a sealing member between the cover and the filter cartridge, a locking engagement between the cover and the filter cartridge to limit an axial movement of the cover relative to the filter cartridge upon removal of the cartridge assembly from the housing.

Abstract: A method and system for conducting genomic sequencing, the method comprising storing a set of user application programs wherein each of the programs requires an application specific subset of data, for each of a plurality of patients that have cancerous cells and that receive cancer treatment, obtaining clinical records data in original forms including cancer state information, treatment types and treatment efficacy information, storing the clinical records data in a semi-structured first database, for each patient, using a genomic sequencer to generate genomic sequencing data for the patient's cancerous cells and normal cells, storing the sequencing data in the first database, shaping at least a subset of the first database data to generate system structured data including clinical record data and sequencing data wherein the system structured data is optimized for searching, storing the system structured data in a second database, for each user application program, selecting the application specific subset o

Abstract: Methods and systems are described for quantifying peroxyacid in a fluid by using spectrophotometry. Peroxyacid in the fluid is reacted with an iodide reagent and the absorbance of the reaction solution is measured. The absorbance can be measured at or near the isosbectic wavelength of iodine and triiodide, and the assay is useful to quantify peroxyacid that is present at high levels in fluids.

Abstract: Methods and systems are disclosed for analyzing and treating a fluid containing a peroxyacid and/or peroxide. A method of analyzing the fluid includes introducing into the fluid a decomposition agent that catalyzes decomposition of the peroxyacid and/or peroxide into decomposition products including oxygen, then directly or indirectly measuring an amount of oxygen produced after introduction of the decomposition agent, and determining an amount of the peroxyacid and/or peroxide present in the fluid. The amount of peroxyacid and/or peroxide in the fluid can also be monitored and controlled by further adjusting the amount of the peroxyacid and/or peroxide in the fluid based on the determined amount thereof. A system for performing the methods includes a decomposition agent infusion device for introducing the decomposition agent into a fluid sample, and a sensor for directly or indirectly measuring an amount of oxygen produced after introduction of the decomposition agent.

Abstract: A method and system for storing user application programs and micro-service programs, for each of multiple patients that have cancerous cells and receive treatment, includes obtaining clinical records data in original forms, storing it in a semi-structured first database, generating sequencing data for the patient's cancerous and normal cells using a next generation genomic sequencer, storing the sequencing data in the first database, shaping at least some of the first database data to generate system structured data optimized for searching and including clinical record data, storing the structured data in a second database, for each user application program, selecting an application-specific subset of data from the second database and storing it in a structure optimized for application program interfacing in a third database, wherein an orchestration manager operatively connected to one or more micro-service programs receives status messages and initiates a respective micro-service program when program prere

Abstract: A device comprising monolithic substrates forming a chip including 800B a wireless, battery-less monolithically-integrated neural interface (MINI) device. The chip comprises an integrated circuit (IC) being embedded in a first monolithic substrate and comprising a plurality of amplifiers configured to amplify received neural signals from a monitored subject, and a radio data signal generator configured to process the amplified neural signals and generate a multiplexed digital signal. The chip includes radio-frequency (RF) planar coils embedded in a second monolithic substrate, being electrically connected to the IC through the first monolithic substrate, being configured for wireless transmission of the multiplexed digital signal to a remote wireless device and being configured to receive wireless power signals to power the IC. A plurality of on-chip electrodes is included to directly sense the neural signals of the subject and provide the neural signals to the plurality of amplifiers.

Abstract: A vision testing apparatus has a frame including a face plate with at least one eye shield having a viewing slot positioned in a viewing direction perpendicular to the face plate, at least one variable lens element including an outer rail and multiple regions of varying diopter power having a width that is equal to or greater than the width of the viewing slot of the eye shield, and adjustable controls for moving the variable lens element in a direction perpendicularly to the viewing direction along a plane of the face plate. The testing apparatus is portable and can be used in developing nations where visual acuity is not corrected because of lack of access to optometric care.

Abstract: Devices and methods for sterilizing and/or disinfecting workpieces, such as medical and dental instruments. The device can include a chamber that receives the workpieces and can be sealed. The chamber is filled with chlorine dioxide gas to a threshold concentration and for a time sufficient to sterilize and/or disinfect the workpieces.

Abstract: A vision testing apparatus is disclosed. The apparatus has a frame comprising a face plate with at least one eye shield having a viewing slot positioned in a viewing direction perpendicular to the face plate, at least one variable lens element including an outer rail and multiple regions of varying diopter power having a width that is equal to or greater than the width of the viewing slot of the eye shield, and adjustable controls for moving the variable lens element in a direction perpendicularly to the viewing direction along a plane of the face plate. The testing apparatus is portable and can be used in developing nations where visual acuity is not corrected because of lack of access to optometric care.

Abstract: A method includes a processor for determining a life cycle of a first performance of a task flow for a telecommunication service order, determining that a performance of a first task within the first performance of the task flow has exceeded a threshold processing time, and determining that there is a problem with a first centralized system component in response to determining that the performance of the first task within the first performance of the task flow has exceeded the threshold processing time. The method may further include identifying the centralized system component for servicing when it is determined that there is a problem with the centralized system component.

Abstract: Aspects of the present disclosure involve a circuit for delivering electrical power from a direct current voltage source to an electronic system. The circuit may include a power injection circuit that injects a first portion of the power from a supply voltage of the source to a first data line and a second portion of the power from the supply voltage to a second data line. The power injection circuit may include first and second conductive paths from the supply voltage to the first and second data lines having first and second inductances, respectively, as well as a third conductive path between the first and second data lines having a third inductance greater than the first and second inductances. A conductive support structure may carry return current from the electronic system to the source.

Abstract: Multiple chemical tracers are provided in a fluid system, and measured to evaluate parameters of the system. The multiple chemical tracers include at least one reactive chemical tracer that provides a measurable signal with an intensity that changes as the reactive chemical tracer reacts in the fluid system. The signals of the multiple chemical tracers are compared to each other to evaluate a system parameter, such as temperature, pH, or system events.

Abstract: Methods and systems for producing high purity gaseous chlorine dioxide are provided. A solid chlorite reactant is contacted with an ozone-containing reactant gas, or a gas containing both ozone and a component that reacts with any hydroxide byproduct (such as carbon dioxide), to produce chlorine dioxide. The reaction can be monitored and controlled to ensure that excess chlorite reactant is provided and to prevent ozone from passing into the product gas.

Abstract: An apparatus for diagnosing and/or quantifying the degree of strabismus is disclosed. The apparatus includes a beam that supports at least two targets, a video camera, a light source for generating Purkinje reflexes, and a computer. The patient gazes at the targets while the video camera captures the patient's eyes. The frames of the video are then analyzed as described herein to determine the location of the pupil and the first Purkinje reflex. With this information, strabismus can be diagnosed, as well as the angle of deviation, which is useful for surgically correcting the strabismus. Methods of analyzing the frames are also discussed herein.

Abstract: Devices and methods for sterilizing and/or disinfecting workpieces, such as medical and dental instruments. The device can include a chamber that receives the workpieces and can be sealed. The chamber is filled with chlorine dioxide gas to a threshold concentration and for a time sufficient to sterilize and/or disinfect the workpieces.

Abstract: A vision testing apparatus is disclosed. The apparatus has a frame comprising a face plate with at least one eye shield having a viewing slot positioned in a viewing direction perpendicular to the face plate, at least one variable lens element including an outer rail and multiple regions of varying diopter power having a width that is equal to or greater than the width of the viewing slot of the eye shield, and adjustable controls for moving the variable lens element in a direction perpendicularly to the viewing direction along a plane of the face plate. The testing apparatus is portable and can be used in developing nations where visual acuity is not corrected because of lack of access to optometric care.

Abstract: Methods and systems are disclosed for analyzing and treating a fluid containing a peroxyacid and/or peroxide. A method of analyzing the fluid includes introducing into the fluid a decomposition agent that catalyzes decomposition of the peroxyacid and/or peroxide into decomposition products including oxygen, then directly or indirectly measuring an amount of oxygen produced after introduction of the decomposition agent, and determining an amount of the peroxyacid and/or peroxide present in the fluid. The amount of peroxyacid and/or peroxide in the fluid can also be monitored and controlled by further adjusting the amount of the peroxyacid and/or peroxide in the fluid based on the determined amount thereof. A system for performing the methods includes a decomposition agent infusion device for introducing the decomposition agent into a fluid sample, and a sensor for directly or indirectly measuring an amount of oxygen produced after introduction of the decomposition agent.

Abstract: A rotor hub configured to support and rotate a plurality of rotor blades about an axis of rotation is includes a cylindrical body having a central shaft hole including the axis of rotation. The shaft hole has a radius extending from the axis of rotation radially. A plurality of radial spokes extends from the cylindrical body in a spoke direction. A plurality of arcuate segments extends between the distal ends of adjacent spokes to define a plurality of hub apertures. The spoke direction extends at an angle to the radial direction in both the horizontal plane, and a vertical plane, perpendicular to the horizontal plane. A line defined by the spoke direction does not intersect the axis of rotation. The spoke direction extends at an angle in the horizontal plane in a direction opposite to a direction of rotation of the rotor hub about the axis of rotation.