Abstract: Methods for inversion of seismic data to infer subsurface physical property parameters, comprising constructing an inhomogeneous anisotropy model and/or inhomogeneous VS/VP or VP/VS model; and inverting the seismic data in a sequential or simultaneous approach to obtain at least one subsurface physical property parameter using an elastic inversion algorithm and the inhomogeneous anisotropy model and/or inhomogeneous VS/VP or VP/VS model. Constructing an inhomogeneous anisotropy model may comprise deriving geobodies from at least one of seismic facies analysis, regional geologic information, or seismically derived earth models; and adjusting at least one of ?, ?, ?, or parameters of the elastic stiffness tensor matrix in a homogeneous anisotropy model in areas corresponding to the geobodies. Constructing an inhomogeneous VS/VP or VP/VS model may comprise deriving geobodies and adjusting values in a homogeneous VS/VP or VP/VS model in areas corresponding to the geobodies.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides an electronic apparatus including a first surface, a second surface, a third surface, a plurality of conductive elements, and an encapsulant. The second surface is nonparallel to the first surface. The third surface is distinct from the first surface and the second surface. The plurality of conductive elements are exposed from the second surface. The encapsulant covers the third surface and exposes the first surface and the second surface.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for joining a first blank and a second blank, wherein at least one of the first and second blanks comprises at least a layer of aluminum or an aluminum alloy. In particular, the method comprises placing the first and second blanks for welding; laser welding the first and second blanks following a welding path thus forming a tailor welded blank, wherein the welding path combines a linear movement along a welding direction and oscillating movements substantially transverse to the welding direction and then hot deforming and quenching the tailor welded blank to form a component, wherein the welding is done without using a filler.

Abstract: A method of deploying an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) includes launching a UAV and deploying at least one portion of a wing assembly from a stowed configuration to a deployed configuration in which the at least one portion of the wing assembly extends away from a body of the UAV. Deploying the portion of the wing assembly, which may be an outboard portion of a wing assembly, includes deflecting an aerodynamic control surface on the at least one portion of the wing assembly to cause an aerodynamic force to move the portion of the wing assembly into the deployed configuration without assistance from a spring or motor. An unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) includes a UAV having a body and a plurality of wing assemblies carried by the body, at least a portion of a wing assembly is deployable using aerodynamic forces and without assistance form a spring or motor.

Abstract: A semiconductor device package and a method for manufacturing a semiconductor device package are provided. The semiconductor device package includes a carrier, a sensor module, a connector, and a stress buffer structure. The sensor module is disposed on the carrier. The connector is connected to the carrier. The stress buffer structure connects the connector to the sensor module.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method for preventing sudden subsidence of an open caisson in a soft foundation, which includes the following steps: a position of the open caisson is determined; grouting is carried out to reinforce a foundation of the open caisson; an open caisson manufacturing site is leveled; sections of the open caisson are manufactured and installed; the step of sections of the open caisson are manufactured and installed is repeated until all the sections are manufactured and the open caisson subsides in place as a whole. The application is suitable for construction on soft soil, loss caused by the phenomenon of sudden subsidence may be avoided, and personal safety of constructors may be guaranteed.

Abstract: Clamping device 20 is a clamping device for clamping and fixing core 10, whose interior is divided into multiple flow channels F1, F2 by plates 11 that are stacked, of stacked heat exchanger 1 in stacking direction Z of plates 11, including: two end plates 21, 22 placed on both sides of core 10 in stacking direction Z; connecting member 23 connecting two end plates 21, 22 to keep two end plates 21, 22 apart by a distance greater than a length of core 10 in stacking direction Z; and bolts 24 inserted respectively into thread through-holes 21a, 22a formed on each of end plates 21, 22 for pressing core 10 in stacking direction Z.

Abstract: A method includes receiving over a network from one or more seismic sensors a data set characterizing a seismic event generating a seismic wave. Based on the data set, a time of arrival and intensity of the seismic wave at a predetermined location is calculated. The predetermined location has one or more mitigation devices. Whether the intensity of the seismic wave exceeds a predetermined seismic intensity threshold is determined. If the intensity of the seismic wave exceeds the predetermined seismic intensity threshold, the one or more mitigation devices are activated.

Abstract: A vehicle system for a vehicle is provided. The vehicle system includes an electronic control unit configured to receive a signal from a key fob, and determine whether the key fob is within a predetermined distance from the vehicle based on the received signal. Upon determination that the key fob is within the predetermined distance from the vehicle, the electronic control unit determines whether a predetermined action has been performed by a user based on an output from one or more vehicle sensors. Upon determination that the predetermined action has been performed, the electronic control unit causes a component of the vehicle to at least one of unlock and open.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a linkage unit (101) for a roller chain link assembly of a caterpillar track, the unit comprising a bushing (102) which has a body and a seat (103) retaining a sealing member (104) at each of the respective axial ends of the body, an outer roller (105) mounted on the bushing (102) for rotation relative to the bushing (102) and means for reducing friction (106) disposed between the internal surface of the outer roller (105) and the outer surface of the bushing (102). The present invention also relates to a roller chain link assembly (110) having the aforementioned linkage unit (101) and a caterpillar track (301) suitable for use in track-type machines employing the roller chain link assembly (110).

Abstract: A method of automatically moving a dolly apparatus from an initial location to a downstream location is provided. The method includes engaging a component being carried along an elevated conveyor with a synchronization arm of a dolly apparatus such that the dolly apparatus moves with the component. The dolly apparatus includes a base frame and an actuation member movably mounted to the base frame. A synchronization arm is movably mounted to a top of the base frame. The actuation member is operatively connected to the synchronization arm such that actuating the actuation member lowers the synchronization arm to a disengaged position. The actuation member is actuated thereby lowering the synchronization arm to a disengaged position and releasing the component.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for an intelligent HUD. An intelligent HUD may include intelligently enabled display information. Intelligently enabled display information may include vehicle statistics, environmental statistics, warnings, instructions, and other relevant information. Intelligently enabled display information may be displayed on the HUD at a relevant time based on a triggering event. A triggering event may be operation of a vehicle contrary to law, an unsafe driving condition, or a change in information relevant to a driver. Intelligently enabled display information may be turned off after a set period of time, after a driver adjusts vehicle operation in response to a warning or instruction, and/or after a triggering event concludes.

Abstract: A rock knocker bracket holds a rock ejector such as a chain or bar that is used to clear debris from the gap between two tires of a mining vehicle. The rock ejector is pivotally mounted on a horizontal, lateral pin that is held at both ends by side plates of the bracket. The pin has a series of holes formed along its length. Bar retainers and washers mounted on the pin allow the rock ejector to be moved laterally along the pin and thereby provide for different laterally spacing configurations of the tires. Fasteners pass through holes in the bar retainers and the holes in the pin to hold the rock ejector at a predetermined lateral location along the pin. Alternative designs for the pin and the bracket include other systems for laterally moving the rock ejector and mounting it in the predetermined lateral position.

Abstract: A vehicle includes a lighting control system including a sensor that is located at an exterior movable component of the vehicle. When the exterior movable component is moved from one position to another position, the pressure sensor sends a signal to a controller that activates exterior lights of the vehicle based on the signal.

Abstract: An electronic package includes an electronic structure, a first circuit pattern structure, a plurality of first solders and an encapsulant. The electronic structure includes an electronic device, and has a top surface and a bottom surface opposite to the top surface. The first circuit pattern structure is disposed over the top surface of the electronic structure. The first solders are disposed on the bottom surface of the electronic structure. The encapsulant encapsulates the electronic structure. At least a portion of the encapsulant is disposed between at least two of the plurality of first solders.

Abstract: An artificial muscle including a housing, an electrode pair positioned in an electrode region of the housing, the electrode pair including a first electrode and a second electrode, the first electrode and the second electrode each including a pair of tab portions and a bridge portion, the pair of tab portions extending parallel to one another to define a gap portion between the pair of tab portions, the gap portion having a constant gap width extending along a tab length of the pair of tab portions, the bridge portion interconnecting the pair of tab portions, and a dielectric fluid housed within the housing, wherein the electrode pair is actuatable between a non-actuated state and an actuated state such that actuation from the non-actuated state to the actuated state directs the dielectric fluid into an expandable fluid region of the housing.

Abstract: An electronic device package includes a first substrate, a second substrate and a conductive layer. The first substrate includes a first bonding pad, and a cavity exposing the first bonding pad. The second substrate is laminated on the first substrate. The second substrate includes a second bonding pad at least partially inserting into the cavity of the first substrate. The conductive layer is disposed in the cavity and at least between the first bonding pad and the second bonding pad to connect the first bonding pad and the second bonding pad.

Abstract: A method for determining a cooperative maneuver for an ego vehicle is provided. The method includes determining a maneuver of the ego vehicle based on traffic information in a target lane, selecting one or more cooperative vehicles to be involved in the maneuver, determining whether the maneuver of the ego vehicle and actions of the one or more cooperative vehicles trigger congestion in the target lane based on simulation of the maneuver and the actions, instructing the ego vehicle to perform the maneuver in response to determining that the maneuver of the ego vehicle and actions of the one or more cooperative vehicles do not trigger congestion, and adjusting a number of cooperative vehicles to be involved in the maneuver in response to determining that the maneuver of the ego vehicle and actions of the one or more cooperative vehicles trigger congestion.