Abstract: A method includes obtaining, using a human-machine interface (HMI), a first input corresponding to a selection of an image of a workpiece stored in a relational database and one or more workpiece parameters, where the one or more workpiece parameters include sequence information, workpiece option information, operator instruction information, or a combination thereof. The method includes obtaining, using the HMI, a second input corresponding to a selection of one or more fixture indicators and one or more fixture indicator parameters. The method includes superimposing, using the HMI, the one or more fixture indicators on the image of the workpiece based on the second input to generate a workpiece instruction image and generating an object from among a plurality of objects stored in the relational database based on a predefined class associated with the plurality of workpieces, the first input, and the workpiece instruction image.

Abstract: A method includes defining a sensor layout of a digital twin based on one or more sensor parameters and one or more routing control locations of the digital twin. The method includes simulating a manufacturing routine of a plurality of pallets and a plurality of workstations based on one or more pallet parameters associated with the plurality of pallets and one or more workstation parameters associated with the plurality of workstations and calculating, for each routing control location from among the one or more routing control locations, a transient production value and a steady state production value based on the manufacturing routine. The method includes iteratively adjusting the sensor layout of the digital twin until each transient production value is less than or equal to a threshold transient production value and each steady state production value is less than or equal to a threshold steady state production value.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for determining an autonomous vehicle destination based on an image. In particular, systems and methods are provided for receiving an input image and determining a user’s pick-up location, drop-off location, and/or stop location based on the image-based input. In various implementations, the systems and methods disclosed herein eliminate the need for a user to explicitly input an address to hail a ride.

Abstract: Novel tools and techniques are provided for implementing routing of network traffic across one or more network nodes or utilization of the one or more network nodes based on one or more demand classifications and/or based on detection of a trigger event associated with the one or more demand classifications. In some embodiment, a computing system might monitor network traffic across one or more network nodes or utilization of the one or more network nodes, the network traffic being routed based on a first demand classification. The computing system might determine whether at least one trigger event associated with a second demand classification has occurred. If so, the computing system might adjust the routing of the network traffic across the one or more network nodes or adjust the utilization of the one or more network nodes, based at least in part on the second demand classification.

Abstract: A method for workload security rings that includes receiving a plurality of workloads, each associated with respective security criteria and scheduled for execution on a distributed computing system divided into a plurality of security rings each associated with a respective subset of computing devices of the distributed computing system that is physically isolated from the other security rings. For each respective workload, the method includes determining, using the respective security criteria, a security level of the respective workload and identifying, using the security level of the respective workload, one or more of the plurality of security rings that are eligible for executing the respective workload. The method also includes executing the respective workload on one or more computing devices selected from one of the respective subsets of computing devices associated with the identified one or more of the plurality of security rings eligible for executing the respective workload.

Abstract: A light fixture attached to an elongate tubular structure includes a baseplate having a pair of tabs extending from its opposing edges. A printed circuit board (PCB) attached to the baseplate has an aperture aligned with an aperture in the baseplate. An array of light emitting diodes (LEDs) are disposed on the PCB. A mounting bracket attached to the baseplate includes a strap and a pair of clips disposed at its opposite ends. Each clip engages one of the tabs to secure the mounting bracket to the baseplate. A pair of clamp arms extend from the strap and engage an arcuate central portion having a curvature that matches the curvature of the elongate tubular structure. An aperture passes through the strap that is aligned with the baseplate aperture. A power cable passes through the strap aperture, the baseplate aperture, and the PCB aperture. The power cable includes power wires that are electrically connected to the PCB for providing power to the LEDs.

Abstract: A wireless device receives, from a base station, access network information. The wireless device determines, based on the access network information, an access network type. The wireless device selects, based on the access network type, a non-access stratum (NAS) period value from between a first NAS period value associated with a terrestrial network (TN) access network type; and a second NAS period value associated with a geostationary earth orbit (GEO) access network type. The wireless device sends, to an access and mobility management function (AMF), a first NAS request message. The wireless device starts, based on the sending the first NAS request message, a NAS period using the NAS period value.

Abstract: A method for secure key exchange. The method comprises receiving a request to certify a key from a communication partner at an interface between an access and tamper resistant circuit block and exposed circuitry. Within the access and tamper resistant circuit block, a first random private key is generated. A corresponding public key of the first random private key is derived, and a cryptographic digest of the public key and attributes associated with the first random private key is generated. The generated cryptographic digest is signed using a second random private key that has been designated for signing by one or more associated attributes. The public key and the signature are then sent to the communication partner via the interface.

Abstract: This invention is a hair styling product. It may also be used as a head covering. It is made of durable fabric possibly consisting of polyester, silk, satin, or other materials. This invention is a different type of durag or head covering. Swagg-E Durag will prevent indentations or impressions on forehead and back of neck area. The purpose of this invention is to be used as a hair styling product. It is meant to keep the style of the wearer's hair. If worn daily or almost daily, it encourages the hair to grow flat, wavy, and parallel to the scalp. Swagg-E Durag is an invention that improves upon the durags currently available. It is one size fits all and can be used to keep one's hair in the desired style while sleeping or going about daily activities. It may be used on any hair type, including natural and chemically processed.

Abstract: The disclosed invention is in the field of medical devices, namely angioplasty balloon catheters. The embodiments provide an angioplasty balloon catheter that has favorable features of both biaxial and coaxial lumen configurations, such as pushability, torque, and trackability, enabled by a transition between a biaxial catheter segment and a coaxial catheter segment. In an exemplary embodiment a biaxial-coaxial lumen configuration facilitates injection of fluids through the catheter and out of the catheter proximal to its distal tip end with a guidewire in place in the catheter.

Abstract: Systems and methods include a wing tool configured to be operable from work vessel(s), the wing tool including thrusters capable of fluidizing sediments from a first seabed location and moving it to a second seabed location, the second seabed location including a trench or differently shaped collection sump previously made by the wing tool and/or an extraction pump. The extraction pump operates from a second work vessel having sufficient capacity to pump fluidized sediments from the trench. Certain systems include a separation unit that separates sand from silts and clays and water from collected sediment. Systems and methods for reclamation of reservoirs, moving sand waves, for pre-trenching and/or recovering marine pipelines and cables, for removing cover from marine archaeological sites and for disposing of contaminated bottom materials in an environmentally acceptable manner.

Abstract: A wireless device may receive downlink control information (DCI) having a first field indicating one or more of the cells configured with periodic resources, and a second field for a second cell of the cells. The DCI may indicate activation or release of the periodic resources for a first cell, of the cells, based on the first field, and activation or release of the periodic resources for the second cell based on the first field and the second field.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an inflatable and floatable modular platform system wherein certain embodiments comprise an adjustable back-rest. The inflatable platform system of the present disclosure includes floating elements of differing shapes and sizes configured to be interconnected in order to allow users to stand, sit, and walk between floating elements. Embodiments include inflatable platforms having circular, arc-shaped, rectangular, and L-shaped inflatable platforms.

Abstract: A process for producing acetonitrile, the process comprising dehydrating a feedstock stream comprising acetonitrile, acrylonitrile, allyl alcohol, and water (and optionally methanol) in a dehydration (first) column to yield a dehydrated acetonitrile stream comprising acetonitrile and acrylonitrile, less than 1 wt % allyl alcohol, and less than 50 wt % water, and optionally hydrogen cyanide; distilling the dehydrated acetonitrile stream in a lights (second) column to yield a distillate stream comprising lights, and a bottoms stream comprising acetonitrile, acrylonitrile, water, and optionally hydrogen cyanide and acrylonitrile; extracting the distillation bottoms stream in an extraction (third) column to yield a raffinate stream comprising acetonitrile and less than 200 ppm acrylonitrile and an extract stream comprising water and acrylonitrile; purifying the raffinate stream to yield a product acetonitrile stream.

Abstract: A system and method are presented that scans a vector graphics file for image elements that appear over a background image. The image elements represent individual objects and movement or actions for those objects. The image elements, each possibly represented by multiple shapes, arrows, lines, or shading, are identified and parsed into a standard class definition. In one embodiment, the class definitions and the rule set applied to perform this parsing are pre-defined according to the content of the SVG file. The image elements are then redrawn over a new background image, which has multiple segments that correspond to the original background image but where each segment has a different segment transformation that defines translation and/or scaling required to move between the image segments. The image elements are then scaled and translated according to the multiple segment transformations, and then are presented over the new background image.

Abstract: A surface electrode for patient monitoring includes a flexible substrate, a dry electrode on the substrate, and a wet electrode configured to contact an electrode gel in contact with a patient's skin. A conductive epoxy is arranged between the dry electrode and the wet electrode. The conductive epoxy is configured to protect the dry electrode from corrosion and transfer electrical potentials from the wet electrode to the printed dry electrode.

Abstract: Technology is disclosed for a dispenserless multi-satellite launch configuration in which multiple satellites are interconnected to form a composite beam structure that provides stability independently of the launch vehicle. When in the launch configuration, the satellites are formed into a bundle, where each satellite connects by one or more simple connector along the edges of its inner facing vertical side to the satellite adjacent on each side. This composite beam structure provides a stable launch configuration independently of the launch vehicle. Each of the satellites also has one or more connectors along the bottom edge of the inner facing vertical side allowing the bundle to be attached to a ring type launch vehicle interface. Once launched, the satellites can be dispensed by releasing the connector.

Abstract: A heat pump includes a refrigerant loop. The refrigerant loop includes a compressor, a first vapor generator, a second vapor generator, and a third vapor generator. The compressor includes a low-pressure inlet, a mid-pressure inlet, and an outlet. The first vapor generator, the second vapor generator, and the third vapor generator are each positioned downstream of the outlet of the compressor. The first vapor generator, the second vapor generator, and the third vapor generator are each positioned upstream of the mid-pressure inlet of the compressor.

Abstract: Data processing systems and methods according to various embodiments are adapted for automatically detecting and documenting privacy-related aspects of computer software. Particular embodiments are adapted for: (1) automatically scanning source code to determine whether the source code include instructions for collecting personal data; and (2) facilitating the documentation of the portions of the code that collect the personal data. For example, the system may automatically prompt a user for comments regarding the code. The comments may be used, for example, to populate: (A) a privacy impact assessment; (B) system documentation; and/or (C) a privacy-related data map. The system may comprise, for example, a privacy comment plugin for use in conjunction with a code repository.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a method of facilitating authenticating of users. Further, the method includes initiating, using a processing device, an authentication session for a user for an authentication instance. Further, the method includes identifying, using the processing device, authentication prompts for the authenticating of the user based on the initiating. Further, the method includes transmitting, using a communication device, the authentication prompts to user devices. Further, the method includes receiving, using the communication device, data in response to the authentication prompts from the user devices. Further, the method includes analyzing, using the processing device, the data using machine learning models. Further, the method includes generating, using the processing device, an authentication status for the user based on the analyzing. Further, the method includes terminating, using the processing device, the authentication session based on the generating.