Abstract: Mapping of database partitions to available nodes. Metric information related to the partitions of the database are stored. One or more metrics associated with the partitions are gathered. A plurality of potential mappings of partitions to nodes are evaluated. One of the potential mappings of partitions to nodes to result in improved metric distribution among the nodes and the partition moves are within a pre-selected move constraint is selected. The selected potential mapping is implemented by moving one or more partitions between one or more nodes.

Abstract: The described technology is generally directed towards processing various customer input data to extract frequently recurring customer experience themes, including positive and negative sentiment regarding customer experiences. Natural language processing, image processing, speech recognition and/or computer vision techniques can be used on customer-related data to determine themes, tests and scenarios, as well as discover insights that can be used to improve customer experiences. The technology can be used to recreate a customer engagement, journey and overall experience by designing test scenarios around failure themes.

Abstract: A gas turbine engine is provided. The gas turbine engine includes a fan comprising a plurality of fan blades; a turbomachine operably coupled to the fan for driving the fan, the turbomachine comprising a compressor section, a combustion section, and a turbine section in serial flow order and together defining a core air flowpath; and one or more graphene layers coupled to, or integrated into, a portion of the gas turbine engine, wherein the one or more graphene layers are configured to reduce ice buildup or ice formation. The one or more graphene layers include graphene or an allotrope thereof.

Abstract: The described technology is generally directed towards processing various customer input data to extract frequently recurring customer experience themes, including positive and negative sentiment regarding customer experiences. Natural language processing, image processing, speech recognition and/or computer vision techniques can be used on customer-related data to determine themes, tests and scenarios, as well as discover insights that can be used to improve customer experiences. The technology can be used to recreate a customer engagement, journey and overall experience by designing test scenarios around failure themes.

Abstract: A system, apparatus, and method of using the same are disclosed for carrying out a transvascular procedure such as a Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt (TIPS) procedure using energy to create a tract between the hepatic vein and the portal vein. The present invention provides a method using a flexible radiofrequency (RF) catheter having a lumen therethrough. The method involves the steps of advancing the flexible RF catheter into a first vessel; advancing a guiding sheath overtop of the flexible RF catheter; steering the guiding sheath to direct a distal tip of the RF catheter towards a second vessel; and, delivering RF energy via the flexible RF catheter, forming a tract from the first vessel and entering the second vessel.

Abstract: A system, apparatus, and method of using the same are disclosed for carrying out a transvascular procedure such as a Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt (TIPS) procedure using energy to create a tract between the hepatic vein and the portal vein. The present invention provides a flexible puncturing solution to effectively perform a transvascular procedure such as a TIPS procedure while minimizing damage to the liver and surrounding soft tissues or organs.

Abstract: Mapping of database partitions to available nodes. Metric information related to the partitions of the database are stored. One or more metrics associated with the partitions are gathered. A plurality of potential mappings of partitions to nodes are evaluated. One of the potential mappings of partitions to nodes to result in improved metric distribution among the nodes and the partition moves are within a pre-selected move constraint is selected. The selected potential mapping is implemented by moving one or more partitions between one or more nodes.

Abstract: Mapping of database partitions to available nodes. Metric information related to the partitions of the database are stored. One or more metrics associated with the partitions are gathered. A plurality of potential mappings of partitions to nodes are evaluated. One of the potential mappings of partitions to nodes to result in improved metric distribution among the nodes and the partition moves are within a pre-selected move constraint is selected. The selected potential mapping is implemented by moving one or more partitions between one or more nodes.

Abstract: A device for imaging in a body cavity (e.g. for laparoscopic surgery) has a body dimensioned for insertion by way of a trocar. The body carries plural side-facing cameras. A gripping interface on the body is configured to allow the device to be grasped by a surgical implement and positioned to view a location relevant to a surgical procedure. Some embodiments provide adjustable baselines for stereoscopic viewing. An irrigation system may be provided for cleaning lenses of the cameras while the imaging device remains in a body cavity.

Abstract: Mapping of database partitions to available nodes. Metric information related to the partitions of the database are stored. One or more metrics associated with the partitions are gathered. A plurality of potential mappings of partitions to nodes are evaluated. One of the potential mappings of partitions to nodes to result in improved metric distribution among the nodes and the partition moves are within a pre-selected move constraint is selected. The selected potential mapping is implemented by moving one or more partitions between one or more nodes.

Abstract: A system, apparatus, and method of using the same are disclosed for carrying out a transvascular procedure such as a Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt (TIPS) procedure using energy to create a tract between the hepatic vein and the portal vein. The present invention provides a flexible puncturing solution to effectively perform a transvascular procedure such as a TIPS procedure while minimizing damage to the liver and surrounding soft tissues or organs.