Abstract: Systems and methods for detecting the failure of a precision time source using an independent time source are disclosed. Additionally, detecting the failure of a GNSS based precision time source based on a calculated location of a GNSS receiver is disclosed. Moreover, the system may be further configured to distribute a time derived from the precision time source as a precision time reference to time dependent devices. In the event of a failure of the precision time source, the system may be configured to distribute a time derived from a second precision time source as the precision time signal during a holdover period.

Abstract: A lubricating oil including a lubricating oil base stock as a major component, and one or more lubricating oil additives having at least one protected active group, as a minor component. The one or more lubricating oil additives having at least one protected active group are converted into one or more lubricating oil additives having at least one unprotected active group in the lubricating oil in-service in an engine or other mechanical component. Compositions including one or more lubricating oil additives having at least one protected active group. A method for improving solubility of one or more lubricating oil additives in a lubricating oil. A method for improving oxidative stability of a lubricating oil and extending performance life of one or more lubricating oil additives. A method for improving friction control in an engine or other mechanical component lubricated with a lubricating oil.

Abstract: Systems, methods, and vehicle components for determining user frustration are disclosed. A method includes receiving, by a microphone communicatively coupled to a processing device, a voice input from a user, the voice input corresponding to an interaction between the user and a voice recognition system and including indicators of the user frustration. The method further includes determining, by the processing device, that the user is frustrated from the indicators, connecting, by the processing device, the user to a call center operator, transmitting, by the processing device, data to a call center computing device associated with the call center operator, the data corresponding to a user input and/or a vehicle response that resulted in the user frustration, receiving, by the processing device, commands from the call center computing device, and executing, by the processing device, processes that correspond to the commands.

Abstract: The insert (20) is adapted to be fitted into an atomizer wheel. Each insert (20) has a longitudinal axis and comprises an inner end face (21), an outer end face (22), an external surface (23) and an internal surface (24) defining a channel (35) having a center axis (c) and extending between an inlet (25) at the inner end face (21) and an outlet (26) at the outer end face (22). At least the inlet (25) is offset from the longitudinal axis such that the center axis of the channel (35) is offset from the longitudinal axis of the insert (20). The insert (20) is adapted to be utilized in an atomizer wheel for a spray dryer for atomizing slurries of abrasive material, for instance for spray drying absorption for flue gas cleaning.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for controlling the flow of fluid in an injection well includes a main valve assembly having a valve and a retrievable nozzle selective lock assembly (RNSLA). The RNSLA is operable when positioned within the valve body to open the valve when fluid is pumped into the well and closes the valve when fluid flow is terminated. The RNSLA includes a replaceable orifice nozzle so that orifices of different dimensions may be used in conjunction with the valve assembly. In an alternate embodiment, the RNSLA includes a variable output nozzle assembly to maintain the valve in a protected open position without chattering over a wide range of flow rates.

Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed that provide for managing transient assets used in connection with an access-controlled area of a distribution site of an electric power delivery system. In some embodiments, one or more users entering and access-controlled area may be identified via physical access control credentials provided to an associated access control system. Transient assets brought within an access-controlled area may be detected via one or more wired and/or wireless communication channels and may be associated with the one or more identified users located within the access-controlled area.

Abstract: A computing device for a vehicle proximity condition detection and haptic notification system is provided. The device includes one or more processors for controlling operation of the computing device, and a memory for storing data and program instructions usable by the one or more processors. The one or more processors are configured to execute instructions stored in the memory to enable a user to specify operation of an active suspension system of an ego-vehicle so as to generate at least one pulse at at least one wheel of the vehicle, responsive to a vehicle proximity condition, and operate the active suspension system in accordance with the user's specification.

Abstract: An apparatus and a method are provided for an aircharger air intake system for filtering and conducting an airstream to an air intake of an engine. The aircharger air intake system includes an air filter comprising a filter medium configured to entrap particulates flowing within the airstream. An air box comprising one or more sidewalls and a mount wall is configured to support the air filter within an engine bay. The air box is configured to be mounted, or fastened, onto the engine. An intake tube is coupled with the air filter and configured to conduct the airstream to the air intake of the engine. The intake tube is configured to be coupled with an air temperature sensor or a mass air sensor of the engine. An adapter is configured to couple the intake tube with the air intake.

Abstract: Disclosed is a smart ladder. The smart ladder may be A-frame type of ladders, such as A-frame ladders and A-frame platform ladders. The smart ladder includes right and left outrigger leg units which are swiveled coupled to the right and left sides of the ladder to provide side support. The ladder includes brace units facilitate in folding and unfolding of the ladder as well as the outrigger legs. An electronic system, which includes a sensor network, a processor and a warning system, is provided. The sensor network senses side inclination angle of the ladder and side force on the outriggers and predict potential hazards from exceeding load and angle thresholds. This enhances safe operation of the ladder and avoids injuries to the user and others in the vicinity.

Abstract: Systems and methods of receiving and detecting dimensional aspects of a malleable target object are disclosed. A method of receiving dimensional aspects of a malleable target object includes forming the malleable target object from a malleable material including a magnetic component that generates a magnetic field having particular dimensional aspects that correspond to dimensional aspects of the target object, placing the malleable target object within a sensed area such that a sensor senses the particular dimensional aspects of the magnetic field and generates sensed data corresponding to the particular dimensional aspects of the magnetic field, and receiving, from a computing device, the three dimensional computer rendering of the malleable target object.

Abstract: A system and method for visualization of a mechanical integrity program are disclosed. In one embodiment, a mechanical integrity program server is configured to provide design, assurance, and verification functions that ensure a site, or a site under development, meets appropriate and intended requirements. Based on point cloud data and digital imagery collected from the site, a composite model file is built. Operational elements, interconnection of the operational elements, and instrumentation of the site are identified within the composite model file. Responsive to user input, a mechanical integrity program is generated including processes for assuring the site is in satisfactory condition to safely and reliably perform its intended purpose. Various field interface modes for viewing on a programmable interactive device permit field inspection of the site.

Abstract: A vehicle component includes a first volume of phase change material and a second volume of phase change material spaced apart from the first volume of phase change material. The first volume of phase change material contains a greater mass of phase change material than the second volume of phase change material. The component also includes a thermally-conductive structure in direct contact with both the first volume of phase change material and the second volume of phase change material, so as to facilitate heat transfer between the first volume of phase change material and the second volume of phase change material.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for removing pentavalent antimony contaminants in water without adding a DC power supply and also provides a fuel cell capable of removing the pentavalent antimony contaminants in water by utilizing self-generated electric energy. A technical solution of the present invention is as follows: waste water is pumped into a reactor for reaction after a pH value of the waste water containing the pentavalent antimony contaminants adjusted to 3-6.5; the inside of a reactor is an anaerobic environment; and an iron anode is arranged in the reactor, a through hole is formed in a side wall of the reactor, a cathode for reducing oxygen by electrons and protons sealed and inlaid in the through hole, and a resistor is connected between the iron anode and the cathode in series. The present invention is suitable for a water treatment technology.

Abstract: A least restrictive allowable driving state of a semi-autonomous driving system is determined based on one or more threats and sensor performance. A current driving state and a future driving state are determined based on an attention state and a steering state of a driver. Warnings are provided to the driver in order to match the current driving state to the future driving state. Driver interaction and attention are enforced when the driver does not respond to the warnings.

Abstract: A multilayer composite bonding material for transient liquid phase bonding a semiconductor device to a metal substrate includes thermal stress compensation layers sandwiched between a pair of bonding layers. The thermal stress compensation layers may include a core layer with a first stiffness sandwiched between a pair of outer layers with a second stiffness that is different than the first stiffness such that a graded stiffness extends across a thickness of the thermal stress compensation layers. The thermal stress compensation layers have a melting point above a sintering temperature and the bonding layers have a melting point below the sintering temperature. The graded stiffness across the thickness of the thermal stress compensation layers compensates for thermal contraction mismatch between the semiconductor device and the metal substrate during cooling from the sintering temperature to ambient temperature.

Abstract: Described is a riser that is secured against downward movement, having an electrical riser flat cable that extends vertically or with a vertical component, and at least one riser securing device, surrounding the flat cable, for securing the riser flat cable against downward movement by pressing the flat cable against a nonconductive pressing surface both in the absence of a fire and in the event of fire. The riser securing device includes an electrically nonconductive, fire-resistant clamping element, spaced apart from the pressing surface, that is freely movably guided in an oblique guide that reduces the distance of the clamping element from the pressing surface during downward movement of the clamping element.

Abstract: An anti-explosion flooring material is disclosed. The material is prepared by foaming modification and rust prevention treatment of an iron alloy material and other auxiliary materials having components in percentage by weight: 85% of iron, 8% of manganese, 6% of silicon, and the remainder carbon. Because a foaming agent and rare earth are added, the static conducting performance of the flooring material is improved.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides systems and methods for managing an electric power delivery system. The systems and methods may limit generated power of the power delivery system from surpassing a load demand, in order to avoid system instability. The systems and methods may receive an excess generation value and manage generators to runback and/or shed to maintain excess generation below a threshold. The systems and methods may determine a plurality of generator groups for runback. The runback capacity of the generators may be compared against the excess generation. If the excess generation is not greater than the runback capacity, the systems and methods may select generator groups until the runback capacity of the selected groups is greater than the excess generation, and may runback those generators according to runback set points. The unselected generators may continue normal operation to be available for another runback request.

Abstract: The invention relates to nuclear physics, and specifically to reactor fuel elements and units thereof, and particularly to the composition of solid ceramic fuel elements based on uranium dioxide, intended for and exhibiting characteristics for being used in variously-purposed nuclear reactors. The result consists in a more reliable, special structure and a simple composition of uranium dioxide without heterogeneous fuel pellet additives, approaching the characteristics of a monocrystal having enhanced, and specifically exceeding reference data, thermal conductivity as temperature increases, and a simple production method thereof. The result is achieved in that pores of between 1 and 5 microns in size are distributed along the perimeters of grains in the micro-structure of each metal cluster in a nuclear fuel pellet, and in that located within the grains are pores which are predominantly nano-sized. In addition, the metal clusters comprise between 0.01 and 1.0 percent by mass.