Abstract: A method for performing host based read cache for storage area networks (SANs) supporting Non-Volatile Memory Express over Fabrics (NVMeF) with validation. The method includes upon a first read operation from a client system of a storage array, receiving metadata with a read response regarding location of data subject to the read operation. The method also includes performing, by the client system, direct NVMeF reads from a namespace offset from the metadata. The direct NVMeF reads bypass a software stack of the storage array. The method further includes upon receiving a data block at the client system, using a signature from the metadata to perform validation on the data.

Abstract: Methods and systems may be used for controlling the color temperature of one or more light sources (e.g., discrete-spectrum light sources) based on fixture capability information. Fixture capability information may be obtained using a configuration tool. The fixture capability information may be determined by the configuration tool, and the fixture capability information determined by the configuration tool may be stored and/or processed. The fixture may have a memory for storing the fixture capability information. The fixture capability information may also be stored in a remote network device. A system controller may obtain the fixture capability information from the fixture or the remote control device. The system controller may generate control instructions based on the fixture capability information and send the control instructions to the fixtures.

Abstract: A stray light reducing apparatus includes a light source and an entrance slit positioned to pass through light from the light source. A first monochromator mirror is positioned to reflect light passed through the entrance slit. A diffractive surface is positioned to receive and diffract light reflected by the first monochromator mirror. A second monochromator mirror is positioned to reflect light diffracted by the diffractive surface. An exit slit is positioned to pass through light reflected by the second monochromator mirror. A cuvette is positioned to pass through light passed through the exit slit. A long-pass interference filter is positioned to receive light from the light source, reflect light that has a wavelength below a selected value, and pass through light having a wavelength above the selected value. A first sample detector is positioned to receive light reflected by the long-pass interference filter.

Abstract: Allulose crystals are efficiently produced from an allulose syrup using seed crystals.

Abstract: An apparatus for improving thermal-mechanical stress resistance in a delayed coking drum having a drum shell. The apparatus includes a support skirt section configured to mount to and to assist in supporting the coking drum above a ground surface. A joining edge joins the support skirt section to an exterior portion of the drum shell. A T-shaped slot is formed in the support skirt section and is located proximate the joining edge. The T-shaped slot may be formed by a vertical slot portion and a horizontal slot portion joined together as a single slot.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides the identification of promoters that are preferentially active in tobacco axillary buds. Also provided are tobacco plants comprising reduced or no sucker growth. Also provided are methods and compositions for producing tobacco plants comprising reduced or no sucker growth.

Abstract: Bacteriophage against Geobacillus are provided, and methods of making and using the bacteriophage also are provided.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a compound, method of making and method of using such compound preferably in the form of a dietary supplement. The composition, when administered, is capable of treating arthritis and various joint-related pain syndromes. The unique combination of the composition is preferably administered orally. A preferred composition is comprised of at least 10 to 200 mcg of selenium, from about 200 to 1200 mg of MSM, from about 100 to 900 mg of boswellia, from about 1 to 5 mg of type II collagen, from about 25 to 200 mg of hyaluronic acid, and from about 50 to 500 mg of ginger.

Abstract: A running board top plate is provided that comprises a plurality of light-diffusing waveguides, a reflective layer positioned around a portion of each light-diffusing waveguide, a base layer configured to receive one or more of the light-diffusing waveguides and the reflective layer, and a clear lens layer positioned over the light-diffusing waveguides, the reflective layer, and the base layer.

Abstract: A computing system can determine a probability of precipitation based on Bayesian inference conditioned on probabilities associated with vehicle wiper status, vehicle jerk, vehicle sway, and vehicle lateral offset. The computing system can disable a vehicle lane assist system based on the probability of precipitation and operate a vehicle with the disabled vehicle lane assist system.

Abstract: The present invention provides a system and methods for notifying first responders of the general or specific location of a security crisis or threat in a building or public location, and the type of threat or crisis that has occurred, while notifying building occupants or others in the public location of the crisis and how to respond. The crisis notification system alarm system can provide critical information to the first responders, including location of crisis and whether the crisis location is changing, audio and video of the crisis arena, communications with designated occupants in the crisis arena, and other information. The crisis notification system can be scaled to allow the effective use in facilities of differing sizes and layouts. The system is also flexible, enabling the system to integrate with currently existing systems or to operate with new devices.

Abstract: A method for transmitting Channel State Information-Reference Signal (CSI-RS) by a base station includes: transmitting, to a User Equipment (UE), information indicating M CSI-RS antenna ports and resource allocation information of CSI-RS resource configured by aggregating K groups, wherein M and k are integers greater than or equal to 2, respectively; mapping CSI-RSs corresponding to the M CSI-RS antenna ports on the CSI-RS resource; and transmitting, to the UE, the mapped CSI-RSs.

Abstract: A hinged cover overlays an opening that provides access to a pressurized inversion drum. A releasable latch assembly holds the cover in a closed and locked position. The latch assembly comprises a plurality of first knuckles formed in the cover that are interlaceable with a plurality of second knuckles formed in the body adjacent the opening. The latch assembly further comprises a rotatable latch pin that may be installed within the first and second knuckles. The latch assembly is moved from an unlocked to a locked position by rotation of the latch pin within the knuckles.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel and inventive compound device structure, enabling a charge-based approach that takes advantage of sub-threshold operation, for designing analog CMOS circuits. In particular, the present invention relates to a solid state device based on a complementary pair of n-type and p-type current field-effect transistors, each of which has two control ports, namely a low impedance port and gate control port, while a conventional solid state device has one control port, namely gate control port. This novel solid state device provides various improvement over the conventional devices.

Abstract: The invention relates to an axle and bearing for a conveyor chain link, such as those used in commercial bakery equipment. The conveyor chain link generally includes at least one roller bearing wheel with a central hole, an axle pin, and a link component with a bore. The axle pin is configured to extend through the hole in the roller bearing wheel and the bore in the link component to attach the at least one roller bearing wheel to the link component. The axle pin includes a medial portion having at least one surface engagement feature configured for anti-spin engagement with the link component. The roller bearing wheel includes at least one engagement feature for anti-spin engagement with the distal end of the axle pin.

Abstract: A vehicle includes an electric motor and an engine selectively coupled to the electric motor. The vehicle has an electric motor controller configured to, in response to (i) an absence of receiving a motor command signal within a predetermined time, (ii) a battery voltage being below a first threshold and (iii) a motor speed exceeding a second threshold, restrict operation of the electric motor to a limited operating mode and control the electric motor to generate a charging torque for a battery.

Abstract: A provisioning system provisions a mobile software application to one or more remotely-located mobile computing devices. The remotely-located mobile computing devices may each have a native operating system. The mobile software application may include executable program code and a structured document such that the executable program code and structured document together instantiate at least a portion of the functionality provided by the mobile application. Moreover, in some embodiments, when the requested and sent mobile application is executed by a requesting mobile device, the structured document is parsed into a Document Object Model tree structure which when updated, updates at least in part the running state of the mobile application.

Abstract: A fastener system that includes a fastener, a compression-limiting sleeve, and a retainer which generally retains the compression-limiting sleeve on the fastener. By providing that the compression-limiting sleeve is not staked to the fastener, existing technology can be used, and no extra staking processing step needs to be performed. The fastener may comprise a conventional metal threaded screw or bolt, possibly having a recess in its head for receiving a driver. Preferably, the compression-limiting sleeve is cold headed as opposed to being stamped, and preferably includes a counter bore which assures that an end of the retainer is below an end surface of the compression-limiting sleeve. Preferably, the retainer is formed of a thermoplastic elastomer or another suitable material.

Abstract: An optical device includes an optical element. The optical element includes a first surface configured to receive light in a first direction and a second surface that is non-parallel to the first surface. The second surface is configured to transmit a first portion of the light in a second direction that is different from the first direction and internally reflect a second portion of the light that is distinct from the first portion of the light. The optical element further includes a third surface configured to receive the second portion of the light from the second surface and reduce internal reflection of the second portion of the light by the third surface. Also disclosed is a method of steering light by the optical device.

Abstract: A method, process and machine to anchor objects to a surface using an encapsulated compound such as adhesive, expanding glue, hardening agent or other reactive and/or bonding substance intended for single use in a single anchor installation.