Abstract: Methods, apparatus, systems, and articles of manufacture are disclosed to categorize image text. An example apparatus includes region detection model training circuitry to identify candidate regions in an input image that include text, and generate bounding boxes around respective ones of the identified candidate regions. The example apparatus also includes mask application circuitry to improve optical character recognition (OCR) by applying a mask to the input image, wherein the mask removes content of the input image except for portions of the input image within the bounding boxes, and OCR circuitry to perform OCR on the masked input image to obtain text data within the bounding boxes.

Abstract: Methods, apparatus, systems, and articles of manufacture are disclosed for managing training for models. An example apparatus includes a processor circuitry to at least obtain a request to train or retrain a model, respond to the request by preventing the train or retraining, calculate at least one performance metric, and compare performance metric corresponding to current model execution to at least one threshold performance metric.

Abstract: Example methods, apparatus, and articles of manufacture to classify labels based on images using artificial intelligence are disclosed. An example apparatus includes a regional proposal network to determine a first bounding box for a first region of interest in a first input image of a product; and determine a second bounding box for a second region of interest in a second input image of the product; a neural network to: generate a first classification for a first label in the first input image using the first bounding box; and generate a second classification for a second label in the second input image using the second bounding box; a comparator to determine that the first input image and the second input image correspond to a same product; and a report generator to link the first classification and the second classification to the product.

Abstract: An elevator hoistway door key multi-tool for elevator technicians', maintenance workers', and emergency rescuers' use. The invention is used to open elevator hoistway doors of different types in an emergency when, sometimes, time is critic. Elevator hoistway door key multi-tool comprises a housing assembly having at least two pins, and an elevator hoistway door key assembly. The elevator hoistway door key assembly comprises at least two elevator hoistway door keys. Each of the at least two elevator hoistway door keys pivots at one of at least two pins. The elevator hoistway door keys comprises, but are not limited to, T-shaped key, semicircular key and the flapper-type drop.

Abstract: The invention relates to a citrus fruit juice extractor which can be used to cut citrus fruits into at least two parts, extract the juice therefrom and discharge the peel following juicing. The juice extractor consists of a juice extractor element coupled in a hollow housing having openings in the sides thereof, a cutting element connected above the extractor element, and press means located above the hollow housing.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cover. The cover comprises a cover portion, wherein the cover portion is a sheet of a fire resistant material, and a fastening portion provided on the cover portion for fastening the cover on an appliance. In an embodiment, wherein the fastening portion comprises at least one fastening means, which can be hook and loop straps. In an embodiment, the fastening portion is provided along at least a section of the cover portion periphery. The cover further comprises a cushioning means disposed on the cover portion, wherein the cushioning means is made of at least one of foam and rubber.

Abstract: A method of determining the real time state of a machine includes receiving acceleration and angular rate of motion measurements from IMU's mounted on components of a machine. Fusing signals received from the IMU's with separate Kalman filter modules by combining an acceleration measurement and an angular rate of motion measurement from each IMU to estimate an output joint angle for the component on which the IMU is mounted. Estimated and measured values of the output joint angle for each component are combined, a kinematic equation is solved to determine a real time value for at least one of position, velocity, and acceleration of the component at successive timesteps, and the determined real time values are applied to control movement of each component.

Abstract: The present invention includes a method for treating penile implant infections that uses a synthetic high-purity calcium sulfate mixed with antimicrobials, which is capable of providing prolonged exposure of antimicrobials to the infection site and capable of acting as an intracorporal filler preventing fibrosis and loss of phallic length. The technique is especially useful for high-risk patients, and provides another medium for which antimicrobial agents can be delivered to a surgical infection site while at the same time acting as a filler, preventing fibrosis, and loss of the space. The antimicrobial cast lasts 4-6 weeks, making timely re-implantation easier, and preventing intracorporal fibrosis and loss of phallic length.

Abstract: The invention relates to a citrus fruit juice extractor which can be used to cut citrus fruits into at least two parts, extract the juice therefrom and discharge the peel following juicing. The juice extractor consists of a juice extractor element coupled in a hollow housing having openings in the sides thereof, a cutting element connected above the extractor element, and press means located above the hollow housing.

Abstract: A method of determining the real time state of a machine includes receiving, with at least one processor, from each of a plurality of Inertial Measurement Units (IMU's) mounted on different components of the machine, a time series of signals indicative of acceleration and angular rate of motion measurements for each of the components of the machine on which one or more of the plurality of IMU's are mounted. For each one of the IMU's on a separate component of the machine, the signals received from the IMU are fused with a separate Kalman filter module by combining an acceleration measurement and an angular rate of motion measurement from the IMU to estimate an output joint angle for the component of the machine on which the IMU is mounted.

Abstract: The present invention includes a method for treating penile implant infections that uses a synthetic high-purity calcium sulfate mixed with antimicrobials, which is capable of providing prolonged exposure of antimicrobials to the infection site and capable of acting as an intracorporal filler preventing fibrosis and loss of phallic length. The technique is especially useful for high-risk patients, and provides another medium for which antimicrobial agents can be delivered to a surgical infection site while at the same time acting as a filler, preventing fibrosis, and loss of the space. The antimicrobial cast lasts 4-6 weeks, making timely re-implantation easier, and preventing intracorporal fibrosis and loss of phallic length.

Abstract: The present invention includes a method for treating penile implant infections that uses a synthetic high-purity calcium sulfate mixed with antimicrobials, which is capable of providing prolonged exposure of antimicrobials to the infection site and capable of acting as an intracorporal filler preventing fibrosis and loss of phallic length. The technique is especially useful for high-risk patients, and provides another medium for which antimicrobial agents can be delivered to a surgical infection site while at the same time acting as a filler, preventing fibrosis, and loss of the space. The antimicrobial cast lasts 4-6 weeks, making timely re-implantation easier, and preventing intracorporal fibrosis and loss of phallic length.

Abstract: The present invention is applicable in the field of molecular dynamics, said invention consisting of computing methods for predicting the structure and function of biomolecules, and particularly of proteins, by means of simulating the protein folding process and the interaction process of proteins with other biomolecules in a solvent. More particularly, the invention relates to a method and a system for controlling simulation stability and for choosing the timestep used in the numerical integration of the equations of motion. The invention successfully reduces the molecular dynamics simulation time by means of optimizing the timestep choice through an adaptive control or allowing larger timesteps correcting the trajectories based on a power control.

Abstract: The invention relates to a stackable container that includes a lower part, base or bottom (1), two long lateral walls or side panels (2) and two short lateral walls or front panels (3) that include a flat element that can consist of two end base planks (10), of two pairs of cornered base planks (10?) or one complete base plank (10?) shaped such that when a plurality of containers are stacked, the bottom of an upper container (1) rests on the flat element (10, 10?, 10?) of a lower container. The flat element (10, 10?, 10?) acts as a support surface for an upper container when it is stacked and as a reinforcement of the container structure, giving it strength and avoiding breakage during stacking.

Abstract: The present invention is applicable in the field of molecular dynamics, said invention consisting of computing methods for predicting the structure and function of biomolecules, and particularly of proteins, by means of simulating the protein folding process and the interaction process of proteins with other biomolecules in a solvent. More particularly, the invention relates to a method and a system for controlling simulation stability and for choosing the timestep used in the numerical integration of the equations of motion. The invention successfully reduces the molecular dynamics simulation time by means of optimizing the timestep choice through an adaptive control or allowing larger timesteps correcting the trajectories based on a power control.

Abstract: This invention corresponds to an in vitro method that employs an electrophysiology technique; in particular, an embodiment of the patch-clamp technique in its perforated type, which will allow us evaluating the neurotoxic capacity of protein structures associated to the generation of neurodegenerative diseases. It addition, it allows evaluating potential pharmacologic capacities of candidate molecules (drugs) in order to prevent, treat, or cure the said diseases. The invention involves the use of peptides that cause neurodegenerative diseases in order to form a spontaneous perforated recording that only occurs with peptides in the patch clamp glass pipette.

Abstract: A firefighter multi-tool, comprising a head assembly having at least one interchangeable tool head with locking means, a first handle assembly, and a second handle assembly. The first and second handle assemblies house spring-loaded tools within. The at least one interchangeable tool head comprises spring-loaded trauma shears, a bridging head, channel-lock pliers, traditional pliers, an adjustable wrench, needle-nose pliers, a ratchet, and tin snips. A carrying case carries the head assembly having at least one interchangeable tool head with locking means, the first handle assembly, and the second handle assembly. The carrying case comprises a first compartment having a locking mechanism. At least a second compartment mounts upon the first compartment to house the at least one interchangeable tool head.

Abstract: This invention corresponds to an in vitro method that employs an electrophysiology technique; in particular, an embodiment of the patch-clamp technique in its perforated type, which will allow us evaluating the neurotoxic capacity of protein structures associated to the generation of neurodegenerative diseases. It addition, it allows evaluating potential pharmacologic capacities of candidate molecules (drugs) in order to prevent, treat, or cure the said diseases. The invention involves the use of peptides that cause neurodegenerative diseases in order to form a spontaneous perforated recording that only occurs with peptides in the patch clamp glass pipette.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for hardening an aluminum-based matrix alloy by the dispersion of metallized graphite (MG) with copper and optionally zinc or boron by the agitation in liquid state. By this means, the impregnating of MG particles (reinforcing phase) is increased, facilitating the homogenous distribution in the aluminum-base matrix alloy. The mechanical properties of aluminum or aluminum-based are increased alloys by the process of hardening by dispersion, without affecting the density and electrical conductivity of the alloy.

Abstract: Methods using colloidal conductive polymers, noble metal nanoparticles or of stable metal/conductive polymer composite colloids as reagents for at least the in vitro prediction of, if not the determination of, PK/ADME-tox properties of new chemical entities (NCEs) are provided. Also provided are kits that include the subject methods and reagents for application thereof. The salient characteristics of these methods and reagents pertaining to the present invention reside in the fact that the reactions in which they are involved are homogeneous, rapid, and proceed as “mix and read” processes.