Abstract: Electroacoustic drivers that can be utilized in loudspeaker systems that utilize drivers having a magnetic negative spring (MNS). A variable volume device, such as a bellow, is used to vary the enclosed air volume of the sealed chamber of the loudspeaker.

Abstract: Optimization of multimode messaging via a private network having a hybrid platform. The optimization may include identifying performance priority parameters included within a plurality of data sets, fragmenting the data sets into one or more subsets, generating reprioritize priority for the subsets, assessing transmission performance for the plurality of radio access, and assigning each of the subsets for transmission from the hybrid platform via one of the radio access points based on the transmission performance and the reprioritized priority.

Abstract: The present invention describes methods for the fermentative production of taurine-containing products from unicellular organisms. More particularly, the invention relates to genetic modifications of the taurine and/or substrate biosynthetic pathways in unicellular organisms that include bacteria, algae, microalgae, diatoms, yeast, or fungi. The invention also relates to fermentation and processing methods for the production of various taurine-containing products. The invention also relates to the use of the cells, fermentation broth or extracts that contain taurine to produce products for use in food, feed, beverages, dietary and health supplements, cosmetics, personal care, pharmaceuticals, or agricultural production.

Abstract: A frame assembly configured for assembly for holding taco shells includes a first frame member and a second frame member. The first frame member has a first arm, a second arm, a third arm and a fourth arm, the first frame member defining a first taco receiving channel between the first and second arms; a second taco receiving channel between the second and third arms; and a third taco receiving channel between the third and fourth arms. The second frame member has; a fifth taco receiving channel between the second and third arms; and a sixth taco receiving channel between the third and fourth arms. The first and second frame members are movable into a configuration such that the first and third taco receiving channels are aligned for receipt of a first taco and the fourth and sixth taco receiving channels are aligned for receipt of a second taco.

Abstract: Methods of manufacturing a radiopaque localization array are provided. A radiopaque layer and a backing layer may be provided. The radiopaque layer and the backing layer may be combined with an adhesive layer between the radiopaque layer and the backing layer. The radiopaque localization array may be cut in the radiopaque layer by a cutter.

Abstract: An apparatus for providing airflow over food waste includes a first housing coupled with a second housing, the first housing having a chamber to hold food waste, the second housing comprising a fan, the first housing and the second housing being coupled to form one or more input channels for the fan to cause air to flow from the second housing through the first housing into the chamber, and the first housing and the second housing forming one or more output channels for the air to flow from the chamber through the first housing and the second housing and out of a vent of the second housing, wherein none of the one or more input channels intersect with any of the one or more output channels.

Abstract: Various implementations of MEMS sensors include an IC die having a cavity that forms at least part of the back volume of the sensor. This arrangement helps to address the problems of lateral velocity gradients and viscosity-induced losses. In some of the embodiments, the cavity is specially configured (e.g., with pillars, channels, and/or rings) to reduce the lateral movement of air. Other solutions (used in conjunction with such cavities) include ways to make a diaphragm move more like a piston (e.g., by adding a protrusion that gives it more “up-down” motion and less lateral motion) or to use a piston (e.g.

Abstract: Disclosed are various embodiments for an ethylene scavenging composition with anti-microbial properties that may be applied to a substrate that includes at least one layer of the ethylene scavenging composition and at least one layer of substrate. The composition includes a base material and at least one active additive. The at least one layer of the ethylene scavenging composition is applied to the at least one layer of substrate.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention relate to a method and apparatus for pneumatic source selection. The method and apparatus uses a modular approach of having inputs, systems, programming and/or circuit logic, and pneumatic source selection able to operate independently of each other, allowing for different combinations, while achieving the same goal of using inputs to evaluate source selection via systems using programming and/or circuit logic. Inputs, systems, programming/circuit logic can be created in different combinations/configurations based on needs to select the proper source from the pool of sources to send to downstream devices. Sources can be from one to multiple pneumatic sources, such as one or more of well gas, compressed air, and nitrogen tanks to be selected from based on the inputs and logic.

Abstract: A connector apparatus includes a housing and a locking mechanism. The locking mechanism includes a rotatable disc that cooperates with the housing to selectively secure a connector therewith. The locking mechanism also includes a first pawl and a second pawl configured to engage with the disc and at least one lock lever configured to engage with the disc. A first connector is secured to the housing via the disc engaging the pawls and the lock lever thereby rotationally locking the disc. A second connector actuates the pawls to disengage the disc and the lock lever is manually actuated to disengage the disc so that the first connector can be released while simultaneously securing the second connector to the housing.

Abstract: An EM lighting system includes a mounting assembly configured for mounting on a host structure above a ceiling, and a lighting module for attachment to the mounting assembly, including a lighting unit having a mounting side configured for attachment to the mounting assembly approximately flush with the ceiling. An electronics module supported by the mounting assembly includes an onboard battery and circuitry that powers the lighting module by use of the battery upon detecting a power failure. The lighting unit has a predefined depth extending from the ceiling, defining a low profile system. The mounting assembly is generally occluded above a ceiling. A ring bezel circumferentially surrounds the lighting unit and opens at least in the direction of the an illuminating side thereof. The bezel has a downward facing annular ring by which the illuminating side is offset to protect same from incidental contact in handling, packaging, installation, and use.

Abstract: The invention provides compositions and methods for diagnosing a patient as having a myeloproliferative disease by identifying mutations in the MPL gene or gene products.

Abstract: A convertible neck pillow adapted as a pillow in a first configuration and as clothing in a second configuration comprising a U-shaped pillow body defining a hollow interior and a convertible garment having a body portion. At least a part of the convertible garment is attached to an interior surface of the pillow body. In the first configuration, the body portion is located within the hollow interior of the pillow body to form a stuffing of the convertible neck pillow. In the second configuration, the body portion is external to the hollow interior such that the body portion is adapted to be worn by the user. The convertible neck pillow further includes a fastener on the pillow body configured to close at least a portion of an opening on the pillow body configured for passing at least a portion of the convertible garment therethrough.

Abstract: A transcatheter heart valve includes a paravalvular seal that is configured for transfemoral delivery. The valve includes a frame and the seal is formed from a plurality of outwardly extending fibers.

Abstract: The present disclosure includes implant systems, devices, and implants. The interbody spacers including a first endplate, a second endplate, and a coupling member coupled to and extending between the first endplate and the second endplate. Methods of using the interbody spacers are also disclosed.

Abstract: An interface including a first detection unit, a second detection unit and a processor is disclosed. The first detection unit may be configured to detect a user intent to cause a vehicle movement via the interface. The second detection unit may be configured to receive movement inputs to cause the vehicle movement. The processor may determine that a user intends to cause the vehicle movement based on inputs obtained from the first detection unit, and determine that the movement inputs are received by the second detection unit within a predefined time duration of determining that the user intends to cause the vehicle movement, based on inputs obtained from the second detection unit. The processor may further transmit a command signal to the vehicle to cause the vehicle movement based on the movement inputs, responsive to determining that the movement inputs are received within the predefined time duration.

Abstract: A number of variations disclosed may include a product which may include a mounting system having an inner sleeve, an outer sleeve and a plurality of spaced apart dampers between the inner sleeve and outer sleeve.

Abstract: A technology is presented for the efficient matching of received data elements with medium to large sets of fluctuating matching rules. To cope with high volumes of data elements, a distributed architecture is used, which leverages optimized multi-rule evaluation approaches, like Intel's Hyperscan, to achieve sublinear computational complexity for the rule matching process. Processing of rule updates, and generation of corresponding optimized evaluation instructions is performed on a central management node, which distributes generated optimized matching code to multiple worker nodes for the actual matching process. Further, optimized multi-rule evaluation is combined with application of individual match rules, to support the fast application of matching rule changes if required. Compilation strategies are applied to eventually transform individually applied rules into a corresponding optimized multi-rule evaluation form.

Abstract: Aspects of the present disclosure include methods, apparatuses, and vehicles for performing intrinsic calibration of the cameras in the vehicle. A processor may acquire plural images of a target captured by the camera at different locations. For each image, the processor may tone map the image, binarize the tone-mapped image, define a structuring element based on the digital form of the shape of the target, perform morphology on the image to align and calibrate the structuring elements, filter the target and modify each of the other pixels to black, and compile an output image. Based on the calibration, the principal point values may be shifted to account for discrepancies and store calibrated values in each camera.

Abstract: A method of hair rendering includes acquiring a color input image and an opacity input image from a hair rendering system, the color input image and the opacity input image having a first sample resolution. The method further includes providing the color input image and the opacity input image as input to a trained neural network configured to generate an intermediate color output image and an intermediate opacity output image by performing an anti-aliasing function on the color input image and the opacity input image. The method further includes performing hair rendering based on the intermediate color output image and the intermediate opacity output image to generate a final rendered hair image.