Abstract: In some examples, a network device receives first indicators of performances of a plurality of computing environments, and receives second indicators of performances of a plurality of network paths from the network device to the computing environments. The network device aggregates the first indicators and second indicators to produce aggregate indicators of performances of the network paths. The network device selects, based on the aggregate indicators, a selected network path of the plurality of network paths for communication of data through the network device between a client and a computing environment of the plurality of computing environments.

Abstract: A Halbach array assembling method for a motor rotor, and the motor rotor made using that method, can include assembling pre-magnetized magnets, which have magnetization directions, at selected intervals along a tangential direction of a cylindrical rotary body, assembling non-magnetized magnets, which are not magnetized, between the pre-magnetized magnets, placing a magnetization yoke concentric with the non-magnetized magnets and the pre-magnetized magnets, and generating a magnetic field through the non-magnetized magnets and the pre-magnetized magnets using the magnetization yoke to implement a circular Halbach array by magnetizing the non-magnetized magnets.

Abstract: An embodiment includes generating, using a first set of parameters, a first quantization matrix. An embodiment includes encoding, using the first quantization matrix, a frame in an uncompressed video stream, the encoding generating a compressed video stream corresponding to the uncompressed video stream.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are image encoding/decoding method and apparatus. The image decoding method according to the present invention includes: obtaining prediction mode information of a neighboring block for a current block from a bitstream; by using the obtained information, deriving a prediction mode of the neighboring block; and, based on the prediction mode of the neighboring block, reconstructing the current block.

Abstract: Flexible elongate devices include an elongate body having an articulable body portion and an axial support structure within the articulable body portion. The axial support structure can include links longitudinally stacked on one another, where each of the links includes a body defining a plurality of pull wire openings, an outwardly protruding hinge, and a socket. The socket is circumferentially offset relative to the hinge and configured to receive the hinge of one of the links therein. The flexible elongate device can include a distal member disposed at a distal end of the axial support structure, a proximal member disposed at a proximal end of the axial support structure, and a braid sheath surrounding the axial support structure within the articulable body portion, where ends of the braid sheath are coupled to the distal and proximal members.

Abstract: A variety of applications can include a memory device having an array of memory cells arranged as hexagonal cells, with each of the memory cells having a gate-all-around (GAA) transistor coupled to a capacitor. An access line can be coupled to gates of a first set of multiple GAA transistors of the memory cells. A digit line can be coupled to a second set of multiple GAA transistors of the memory cells, where the digit line is wrapped on a sidewall of an active area of each GAA transistor of the second set. Additional devices and methods are disclosed.

Abstract: Provided herein are cytokine muteins and cytokine prodrugs and methods of making and using thereof.

Abstract: The control method of a work vehicle is a control method of the work vehicle, capable of working on a plurality of work rows aligned in a direction intersecting a traveling direction, while traveling in a work site. This control method has acquisition of outline information based on an outline of the work site and setting of a row-stop position for executing row-stop control that sets a part of a plurality of work rows to non-work in the work site on the basis of the outline information.

Abstract: An emulsion, a gelled emulsion, or a gel include a hydrogel and fat or a fat derivative. The emulsion further includes at least one active ingredient selected from the group made of local anesthetics, vitamin C derivatives, anti-inflammatoires, antioxidants, and mixtures thereof. The method for preparing the emulsions, gelled emulsions, or gels includes the following steps: providing fat or fat derivative; providing a hydrogel; the hydrogel and fat or fat derivative are mixed aseptically; and the mixture is emulsified until an emulsion, gelled emulsion, or homogeneous gel is obtained. A kit for preparing an emulsion, a gelled emulsion, or a gel of fat or fat derivative and hyaluronic acid includes a cartridge and at least 2 syringes, making it possible to ensure the process, and the gel obtained, are sterile.

Abstract: The invention provides seeds and plants of tomato hybrid SVTM9019, tomato line PSQ-9Z16-6517V, and tomato line PSQ-9Z18-9186. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds, plant parts, and tissue cultures of tomato hybrid SVTM9019, tomato line PSQ-9Z16-6517V, and tomato line PSQ-9Z18-9186 and to methods for producing a tomato plant produced by crossing such plants with themselves or with another plant, such as a tomato plant of another genotype. The invention further relates to seeds and plants produced by such crossing. The invention further relates to plants, seeds, plant parts, and tissue cultures of tomato hybrid SVTM9019, tomato line PSQ-9Z16-6517V, and tomato line PSQ-9Z18-9186 comprising introduced beneficial or desirable traits.

Abstract: An elongate, flexible, medical device having distal and proximal ends, including an inner member having a proximal and distal end, a support member extending around the inner member between the proximal and distal end, a plurality of electrically-conductive wires, each braided with the support member having a proximal and distal end, an outer member surrounding the inner member, the support member, and the plurality of electrically-conductive wires and an actuator including a polymer electrolyte layer secured adjacent to the distal end of the elongate, flexible inner member and defining an exterior surface, electrodes distributed about the exterior of the polymer electrolyte layer. The distal end of one of the electrically-conductive wires is electrically connected to one of the electrodes. The polymer electrolyte layer is configured to deform asymmetrically in response to the application of an electrical signal through the plurality of electrically-conductive wires to the plurality of electrodes.

Abstract: An antimicrobial polymer composition comprises from about 5 wt % to about 30 wt % of a copper-containing material, from about 5 wt % to about 30 wt % of an ionic liquid, and from 60 wt % to 90 wt % of a thermoplastic polymer. An antimicrobial polymer article comprises from 0.1 wt % to about 30 wt % of a copper-containing material, from about 0.1 wt % to about 20 wt % of an ionic liquid, and from about 50 wt % to about 99.8 wt % of a thermoplastic polymer. Methods of making an antimicrobial polymer can comprise feeding an antimicrobial polymer composition and an another thermoplastic polymer into a forming apparatus. Methods of making an antimicrobial polymer article comprises feeding a mixture comprising copper-containing material from about 0.1 wt % to about 30 wt %, an ionic liquid from about 0.1 wt % to about 20 wt %, and a thermoplastic polymer into a forming apparatus.

Abstract: A system includes a game recorder that records a first session of a video game, the first session including game state data generated by processing player input data by a video game processor, an input processor that identifies a location within the video game at which interest of one or more players or spectators exceeds a predetermined threshold, a trained machine learning model that determines a sentiment of the one or more players or spectators at the location based on live game feedback, and a storage device that associates an annotation of the sentiment with the game state data at the location within the video game.

Abstract: A self-stowing support garment for an upper-torso of a wearer. The garment features an integrally formed pocket on its back, which can be inverted or folded inside-out. The remaining portion of the garment is then pushed into the inverted pocket space. Some examples include a tunnel at the pocket opening with a drawcord for tightening. When stowed, the garment assumes the form of a small pouch, providing greater convenience and modesty compared to carrying the support garment openly.

Abstract: In some aspects, the present disclosure pertains to systems for forming hydrogel compositions, the systems comprising a first reservoir containing an iodinated polymer composition that comprise an iodinated polymer having multiple cyclic imide ester groups, a second reservoir containing a buffered diluent solution having a first pH that comprises water, a first buffering agent and a polyamine compound, and a third reservoir containing a buffered accelerant solution having a second pH that is higher than the first pH and comprises water and a second buffering agent. Other aspects of the present disclosure pertain to methods of using such systems for forming hydrogel compositions.

Abstract: An implantable anastomotic assembly, which is configured to be attached to cardiovascular tissue, includes a connection interface, a plurality of outer plates, and a plurality of connectors configured to extend between and interconnect the connection interface and the plurality of outer plates, respectively, according to various embodiments. The connection interface is separate from and non-contiguous with the plurality of outer plates, according to various embodiments.

Abstract: A froth flotation unit including a flotation tank, a froth collecting launder having a froth overflow lip and a near coarse launder having a second lip. The second lip is arranged closer to the bottom of the flotation tank than the froth overflow lip. A froth flotation method for treating coarse particles suspended in slurry in the froth flotation unit is also provided.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are modified NKTs expressing human IL-12, compositions comprising the modified NKTs, and therapeutic methods for using the modified NKTs. The modified NKTs described herein are reprogrammed NKTs that demonstrate long term persistence when the expression of IL-12 is coupled with the expression of a CAR. These NKTs acquire long-term capacity to eliminate tumor cells and long-term persistence of NKTs expressing IL-12. Also disclosed herein are modified cells transformed to express a CAR and an exogenous membrane-bound moiety, such as IL-12.

Abstract: A unit having a connector portion for engaging into a component receptacle for the purpose of fastening the unit. The connector portion has at least two material cut-outs opposite one another for leading through a fastener, which engages through two opposing side walls of the component receptacle and the unit. The unit includes a sleeve component which is inserted into the unit and has a sleeve arranged such that the sleeve channel of the sleeve is aligned with the material cut-outs of the unit. The sleeve component is supported on the inner side at least in portions on the material which surrounds the material cut-outs. The sleeve component is cold-worked from a sheet metal blank, in which cold working a first and a second material portion of the sheet metal blank are brought together in a contact region with one another in order to configure the sleeve channel.

Abstract: Provided is a method of treating a psychiatric disorder and/or blood pressure disorder in a subject in need thereof. The method includes implanting one or more leads into the subject, wherein each of the one or more leads comprises a plurality of electrodes; generating an electrical signal; generating an electrical field that is substantially directional and substantially focused; and delivering the electrical field to a superolateral branch in a medial forebrain bundle of the subject via at least one of the plurality of electrodes. Provided are also an implantable pulse generator configured to deliver the corresponding electrical field via respective leads and electrodes.