Abstract: A method of training a neural network to control an aircraft system. The method includes obtaining an operational mode data space representing a set of operational modes for the aircraft system, wherein each operational mode represents a configuration of the aircraft system where performance of an aircraft component is impaired according to an aircraft system model. Each operational mode includes probability data indicating a respective probability of the operational mode occurring, according to the model. The method includes generating a reduced operational mode data space including operational modes having a probability greater than a theoretical operational probability threshold, and generating a training operational mode data space including operational modes within the reduced operational mode data space that have a probability less than a real-world operational probability threshold. The method includes training the neural network using operational modes within the training operational mode data space.

Abstract: Biocidal preservatives for use especially in preventing rotting and deterioration of wood include quaternary ammonium compounds which preferably have a fatty aliphatic substituent on the quaternary nitrogen atom. Especially preferred are cocoalkyl substituents. Other substituents can include alkoxy groups, arenes, and heterocyclic groups with or without ring substitutions, for example. The quaternary ammonium compound can also contain an amine nitrogen and can be complexed with copper.

Abstract: An antitheft device is provided for a vehicle such as a tractor/trailer combination, with an engine operable to develop pneumatic pressure in a reservoir during operation of the engine, and a pneumatic conduit leading from the reservoir to an operational load, preferably a brake release mechanism. The antitheft device preferably has at least two controllable valve along the pneumatic conduit, each with at least two positions including a first position at which the pneumatic conduit is open through the valve from the reservoir to the operational load, and a second position at which the fluid conduit is closed between the reservoir and the load by the valve means to disable the operational load. Air pressure is diverted at the valve to a branch coupling the reservoir through to an alarm such as an air horn. The antitheft device can be included in a tractor or a trailer, and preferably valves and alarms are provided in both.