Abstract: Disclosed herein are compositions comprising polysaccharide particles with an average size of about 0.1-10 mm. These particles comprise at least (i) about 50%-90% by weight water or an aqueous solution, and (ii) about 10%-50% by weight insoluble alpha-glucan, or an insoluble cationic ether thereof, comprising alpha-1,3-glycosidic linkages and having a weight-average degree of polymerization (DPw) of at least about 100. Further disclosed are methods of preparing these compositions, as well as systems for storing and/or moving them.

Abstract: In response to failure of an initial value transfer in a computer system, user input can be provided to choose between multiple alternative fallback options to change a value transfer processing plan. As another example, in response to failure of a single initial value transfer specified in a processing plan, a processing plan modification routine can include revising the processing plan to incorporate a fallback option allowed in processing plan rules in the computer system, where the fallback option can include multiple scheduled fallback value transfers that are each for amounts that are less than an amount of the initial value transfer. Additionally, a user interface control can be designed to receive user input to indicate selection of a value transfer option from a plurality of available value transfer options with different amounts of automation or interactivity for value transfers made according to the value transfer options.

Abstract: A base station can select orthogonal frequency-division multiplexing (OFDM) numerologies that define subcarrier spacing values based on attributes associated with one or more services that a user equipment (UE) is using. The base station can use the selected OFDM numerologies for transmission associated with the services. When the UE is using multiple services simultaneously, the base station can select the same or different OFDM numerologies for the multiple services.

Abstract: A business method includes imaging documents with an imaging device placed at a location. Media usage is monitored over a cellular network. Upon the media reaching a predetermined level, workers provide additional media. Workers exist in the “gig” economy and have preplaced media. No longer do users change or swap media in media trays. Packaging materials bundle the media. For use, only a portion of the packaging materials is opened thereby revealing an end of the media. Both the packaging materials and the exposed media are inserted into a reusable media shell in a manner making the media available for picking by the imaging device. Other embodiments are envisioned.

Abstract: Compounds useful as linker-payload compounds are disclosed. The compounds have the following Structure (I): as a stereoisomer, enantiomer or tautomer thereof or a mixture thereof; or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, solvate or prodrug thereof, wherein X1, X2, X3, X4, X5, R4a, and R4b are as defined herein. Additional compounds, conjugates, methods of preparation, pharmaceutical compositions, and methods of treatment related to conjugates of compounds of Structure (I) and a targeting moiety, or binding fragment thereof, are also provided.

Abstract: A real-time spectrum analyzer (RTSA) includes an analog-to-digital converter (ADC) configured to convert in real-time an input analog signal into a digital input data stream, a digital down-converter (DDC) configured to down-convert in real-time the digital input data stream into a down-converted input data stream, a fast Fourier transform (FFT) unit configured to generate in real-time FFTs of the down-converted input data stream, an acquisition memory circuit configured to store in real-time the FFTs generated by the FFT unit, and an analyzer configured to read in non-real time the FFTs stored in the acquisition memory.

Abstract: A business method includes imaging documents with an imaging device placed at a location. Media usage is monitored over a cellular network. Upon the media reaching a predetermined level, workers provide additional media. Workers exist in the “gig” economy and have preplaced media. No longer do users change or swap media in media trays. Packaging materials bundle the media. For use, only a portion of the packaging materials is opened thereby revealing an end of the media. Both the packaging materials and the exposed media are inserted into a reusable media shell in a manner making the media available for picking by the imaging device. Other embodiments are envisioned.

Abstract: Methods, systems, and devices for data object generation are described. A data service may receive an application programming interface (API) request that indicates a first template, a second template, a data set, and one or more user identifiers. The data service may retrieve the first template and the second template from a template library in response to the API request. The data service may generate a data object based on importing fields from the data set to the second template and linking the second template to the first template in accordance with a mapping between variables in the first template and the fields from the data set. The data service may transmit an API response that includes an identifier of the data object that is accessible to the one or more user identifiers.

Abstract: A real-time spectrum analyzer (RTSA) includes an analog-to-digital converter (ADC) configured to convert in real-time an input analog signal into a digital input data stream, a digital down-converter (DDC) configured to down-convert in real-time the digital input data stream into a down-converted input data stream, a fast Fourier transform (FFT) unit configured to generate in real-time FFTs of the down-converted input data stream, an acquisition memory circuit configured to store in real-time the FFTs generated by the FFT unit, and an analyzer configured to read in non-real time the FFTs stored in the acquisition memory.

Abstract: A method of assembling a personal air purifying respirator includes assembling a housing including a blower disposed therein, a filter cavity, and an outlet manifold; installing a filter on the housing; attaching a filter cover to the housing with the filter cover disposed over the filter, wherein the filter cover defines an air inlet; and testing the filter including energizing the blower, introducing a testing aerosol into the air inlet, and measuring air exiting the outlet manifold.

Abstract: An interface relay system for use with a fully implantable medical devices that permits transcutaneous coupling of the implanted medical device to a consumer electronics device. In one embodiment, coupling the implanted medical device to the external electronics device provides a back-up source of power for operating the implanted medical device. In another embodiment, coupling the implanted medical device to the external electronics device allows for providing unidirectional and/or bidirectional data transfer between the devices. In one arrangement, the consumer electronics device may be connectable to a communications/data network to allow for network communication between the implantable medical device and a remote processing platform/server.

Abstract: Methods and systems are provided for reducing hot fuel vapor formation in a port injection fuel rail. In one example, a method may include operating a dual fuel injection system with at least a calibrated minimum amount of port fuel injection over a wide range of engine operating conditions, even as conditions change. A direct fuel injection amount is adjusted in accordance.

Abstract: An interface relay system for use with a fully implantable medical devices that permits transcutaneous coupling of the implanted medical device to a consumer electronics device. In one embodiment, coupling the implanted medical device to the external electronics device provides a back-up source of power for operating the implanted medical device. In another embodiment, coupling the implanted medical device to the external electronics device allows for providing unidirectional and/or bidirectional data transfer between the devices. In one arrangement, the consumer electronics device may be connectable to a communications/data network to allow for network communication between the implantable medical device and a remote processing platform/server.

Abstract: A business method includes imaging documents with an imaging device placed at a location. Media usage is monitored over a cellular network. Upon the media reaching a predetermined level, workers provide additional media. Workers exist in the “gig” economy and have preplaced media. No longer do users change or swap media in media trays. Packaging materials bundle the media. For use, only a portion of the packaging materials is opened thereby revealing an end of the media. Both the packaging materials and the exposed media are inserted into a reusable media shell in a manner making the media available for picking by the imaging device. Other embodiments are envisioned.

Abstract: An absorbent core for a diaper for a non-human has a total superabsorbent polymer (SAP) load. The absorbent core includes a first zone including a first absorbent section and a second absorbent section, a second zone including a third absorbent section, and a third zone including a fourth absorbent section and a fifth absorbent section. The absorbent sections each include a range of 15% to 20% of the total SAP load. The second zone is between the first zone and the third zone. The absorbent core further includes seals surrounding each of the first absorbent section, the second absorbent section, the third absorbent section, the fourth absorbent section, and the fifth absorbent section. One of the seals extends through the first zone between the first absorbent section and the second absorbent section, and another of the seals extends through the third zone between the fourth absorbent section and the fifth absorbent section.

Abstract: Methods for determining protein and/or peptide concentration or molecular parameter, such as the extinction coefficient, and uses thereof.

Abstract: An internet based software system that provides a method of creating referrals of consumer products, events and services, to enable users in the system to electronically refer products to other users and obtain rewards when referred purchases are made. These rewards can be in the form of actual local currency, merchandise, or a Points system with a currency valuation. The system consists of sending unique links over email, social media, or websites to communicate referrals to others. The system tracks each click and stores unique identifiers for each referral response. The system also consists of special plugins that are installed on third-party websites to track the purchases that have come from user referrals. Upon purchase, the communication transactions are analyzed, and rewards are given out to each user that has a referral link recorded from the purchaser.

Abstract: The present invention relates to fermentation processes. The objective of the invention was to provide methods for producing nisin containing ferments and formulating such ferments into preservatives. It was in particular an object of the present invention to provide improved processes for producing nisin containing ferments by simple and efficient (batch) culturing and allowing for simple down-stream processing either into a liquid, semi-liquid or a dry powder product, having sufficient nisin content and stability, good handling properties and satisfactory organoleptic properties. Such processes are provided, as well as the products that can be obtained with it and their use as food preservative.

Abstract: Certain aspects of the present disclosure relate to methods and apparatus for improving inter-Radio Access Technology (RAT) measurements. A user equipment (UE) determines, while in a connected state Discontinuous Reception (CDRX) mode in a first cell of a first Radio Access Technology Network (RAT), that a second cell of a second RAT is to be measured. The UE schedules at least two operational periods related to transitioning between ON and OFF states of the CDRX mode to overlap, to increase a period available for measuring signals in the second cell.