Abstract: A vehicle includes a vehicle frame, a vehicle bumper and a crush can to support the vehicle bumper on the vehicle frame. The crush can may include an inflation chamber, which is inflatable from an uninflated state to an inflated state. The vehicle can also include an inflator in fluid communication with the inflation chamber of the crush can.

Abstract: This disclosure describes systems, methods, and devices related to software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN) overlays for evaluating services provided by a communications network. A device may identify a SD-WAN overlaying a virtual private network (VPN) of a communications network, the VPN including multiprotocol label switching (MPLS) and the Internet, the MPLS and the Internet associated with connecting a one or devices to a datacenter; retrieve, using an application programming interface (API), analytical data from the SD-WAN; identify devices and interfaces of the SD-WAN; receive performance metrics of the devices and interfaces; detect, based on comparisons of the performance metrics to event criteria, an occurrence of an event in the VPN; and present, based on the occurrence of the event, of a notification of the event to a customer of the VPN.

Abstract: A method includes selecting, by a processing module, a drive-sense circuit to be a transmit drive-sense circuit at different times. At each time of the different times, the method further includes providing, by the processing module, a reference signal having a first frequency to the selected transmit drive-sense circuit, transmitting, by the selected transmit drive-sense circuit, an electrode signal to a corresponding selected test container electrode of a test container of a test container array of a test system and generating, by other drive-sense circuits, a set of sensed signals. The test container contains a content. The method further includes interpreting a plurality of sets of sensed signals as a plurality of impedance values and generating an impedance map based on the plurality of impedance values and with respect to positioning of the set of test container electrodes. The impedance map is representative of electrical characteristics of the content.

Abstract: A multi-functional tray table cover is configured with a flexible sleeve and a relatively more rigid use area that enables users to simultaneously hygienically protect themselves from the tray table while still having an area for functional and practical purposes. For example, the flexible sleeve, which may be comprised of a spandex material, can stretch or at least encapsulate a tray table. Once positioned over the tray table, the rear side of the sleeve is exposed while the tray table is in a down position. When the user props up the tray table, the use portion of the tray table cover is exposed. The use portion includes a series of receptacles, such as pockets, pouches, and the like, that the user can input various items, such as water or other bottles, pens, pencils and other writing utensils, and other personal or professional items.

Abstract: Oseltamivir is used as an active agent to treat a hearing impairment and to prevent a hearing impairment, and a method of treating and/or preventing hearing impairments or disorders using Oseltamivir are disclosed. Oseltamivir exhibits excellent protection against noise-induced hearing loss and against cisplatin-induced hearing loss.

Abstract: A device is disclosed for measuring blood pressure comprising a signal acquisition component comprising a flexible and essentially incompressible gel or resin, a surface of which is adapted in use to contact a body part; a pressure sensor embedded in the gel or resin, one or more photoemitters for emitting light into the body part when the body part is in contact with the surface of the gel or resin, one or more photodetectors for detecting light scattered by or transmitted through the body part; a processing means which is programmed for analysing the signals from the pressure sensor and the photodetector(s) to provide a measurement of blood pressure in the body part; and a mechanism for applying force, which is adapted to apply varied force to the body part in a direction towards the surface of the gel or resin.

Abstract: Apparatus and associated methods relate to cell culture systems having controlled gas concentration boundary conditions around cell culture. In an illustrative example, a programmable cell culture system (PCCS) may include one or more manifolds, each releasably coupled to multiple cell culture modules. The cell culture modules, for example, may include a nutrient capacitive medium (NCM) in fluid communication with a concentration-controlled gas source through at least two gas transfer interfaces. The gas transfer interfaces (GTIs) may, for example, be spatially distributed in relation to a cell growth surface in the NCM. Each GTI, for example, may include a gas permeable membrane (GPM) and a plenum. The GPM may be disposed between the plenum and the NCM. Various embodiments may advantageously selectively control a concentration of at least one target gas in the NCM by maintaining predetermined boundary conditions of the cell growth surface via the GTIs.

Abstract: Implementations of a pad for an image sensor may include a pad base coupled in a pad opening formed in an image sensor die and a layer of metal directly coupled to the pad base extending to a top surface of the pad opening. The pad base may directly couple with a first metallization layer of the image sensor die.

Abstract: A device electrically coupled with manufacturing equipment and in digital communications with an equipment logic controller, data acquisition system, or both. The device comprises a processor that executes an instruction set. Execution of the instruction set causes the processor to condition signals captured by a sensor, generate a message that comprises a discrete signals and signal identifier, determine an address and service port a process control broker, and send the message to the process control broker. The service port is configured for use as a peer-to-peer connection. The device comprises a PoE device electrically coupled with an ethernet port, the processor, and a PNP-NPN switch. The device is electrically coupled with the PNP-NPN switch. The processor is communicably coupled with the ethernet port. The process control broker processes the message and performs one or more commands, including providing the discrete signal and signal identifier to an equipment process controller.

Abstract: Compositions which are fragrant and contain at least a member set culled from a library of compositions, each being comprised of sub-combinations of selected terpenes. Fragrances that mimic that of various states of organic and synthetic aromatics including products, processes and those from non-combusted plant products, among other things, uniquitous products, processes, medicinals, and related moieties leverage databases of all known terpene groupings are offered for consideration, and have been provided, according to the instant teachings.

Abstract: A dispensing system including a dispensing component configured to receive a plurality of items thereon or therein, where the plurality of items are part of a single order. The system further includes a sensor configured to identify a location of each of the plurality of items on or in the component, and a controller operatively coupled to the sensor. The controller is configured to automatically track, after initial placement of the plurality of items on or in the component, the location each of the plurality of items that are repositioned on or in the component. The controller is also configured to associate each of the plurality of items with the order, both before and after repositioning. The system includes a display device operatively coupled to the controller, wherein the display device is configured to dynamically display information that conveys that the plurality of items are part of the single order.

Abstract: A system and process for dynamically managing a procedure. The system includes a data collection device(s) that objectively monitor a subject and transmit such information to the system and real time position components that report on the availability of an individual(s) to perform the procedure. The system reviews the information, provides a subject diagnosis and recommends equipment. The system can also schedule and monitor the procedure. The individual(s) performing the procedure have the option of consulting with relevant experts and visually interacting with the experts.

Abstract: A mounting bracket for coupling a control device to a wall box is disclosed. The mounting bracket may include a body having an inner perimeter defining an opening. A plurality of flanges may extend into the opening. Each flange of the plurality of flanges may be configured to be engaged by an arm of a faceplate for coupling the faceplate to the mounting bracket.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides methods and apparatus for evaluating the flow of blood in damaged or healing tissue. The present disclosure also provides methods of identifying a patient at the onset of risk of pressure ulcer or at risk of the onset of pressure ulcer, and treating the patient with anatomy-specific clinical intervention selected based on perfusion or blood oxygenation values, or a combination thereof. The present disclosure also provides methods of stratifying groups of patients based on risk of wound development and methods of reducing incidence of tissue damage in a care facility. The present disclosure also provides methods to analyze trends of perfusion or oxygenation measurements to detect tissue damage before it is visible, and methods to compare bisymmetric perfusion values to identify damaged tissue.

Abstract: Aspects of the disclosure include methods, apparatuses, and non-transitory computer-readable storage mediums for video encoding/decoding. An apparatus includes processing circuitry that decodes prediction information of a current block that is a part of a current picture in a video bitstream. The prediction information indicates a reference block for the current block. The processing circuitry generates filter coefficients of a filter operation based on neighboring reconstructed samples of the current block and neighboring reconstructed samples of the reference block that are co-located with the neighboring reconstructed samples of the current block. The filter operation compensates local changes to the current picture, such as illumination change or motion blur. The processing circuitry determines a prediction block for the current block based on the filter operation being performed on the reference block of the current block.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are system, method, and computer program product embodiments for mobile device tracking system within a VR simulation. The method includes determining a position and orientation of a mobile device tracking module (e.g., case) attached to a mobile device, calculating a position and orientation of the of the mobile device based at least partially on a position and orientation of a tracking module, simulating a real world environment, generating a virtual visualization of the mobile device and rendering a VR simulation based at least partially on the position and orientation of the display screen of the mobile device. The position and orientation of the display screen provides a virtual position and orientation of the display screen relative to a virtual origin within the VR simulation.

Abstract: A mirror mount assembly that pivots in two directions is disclosed. The mirror mount assembly includes a pivot joint configured to rotate the assembly in a horizontal direction, from the perspective of a driver in the driver seat of a vehicle. The assembly further includes a swivel joint configured to rotate the assembly in a vertical direction. The swivel joint allows a mirror mount to rotate relative to a swivel post. The mirror mount assembly includes a compression assembly configured to adjust the amount of force required to rotate the mirror mount relative to the swivel post.

Abstract: The present application describes a network interface device that acts as an interface between a network service provided by a network service provider and one or more network access devices associated with a particular location and/or entity. The network interface device has a first port for connecting to a network access point provided by a network service provider, a second port for connecting to a separate network access device, and a wireless communication system that couples the network interface device to a remote computing device to enable access to a subscription service or diagnostic information.

Abstract: An NFT system operates by receiving an application launch request for a game application having a game non-fungible token (NFT) associated therewith; generating, via the game application and in response to the application launch request, launch metadata; sending the launch metadata to an NFT wallet, the NFT wallet containing a private key associated with the game NFT; receiving, from the NFT wallet, a launch response that is generated based on the private key; generating, via the game application and based on the launch response, an ownership check; sending the ownership check to a blockchain system that stores the game NFT; receiving, from the blockchain system, an ownership validation response; and enabling, via the game application, play of the game when the ownership validation response indicates ownership of the game NFT is verified.

Abstract: A process for reducing the environmental contaminants in a ISO 8217 compliant Feedstock Heavy Marine Fuel Oil, the process involving: mixing a quantity of the Feedstock Heavy Marine Fuel Oil with a quantity of Activating Gas mixture to give a feedstock mixture; contacting the feedstock mixture with one or more catalysts to form a Process Mixture from the feedstock mixture; separating the Product Heavy Marine Fuel Oil liquid components of the Process Mixture from the gaseous components and by-product hydrocarbon components of the Process Mixture and, discharging the Product Heavy Marine Fuel Oil. The Product Heavy Marine Fuel Oil is compliant with ISO 8217 for residual marine fuel oils and has a sulfur level has a maximum sulfur content (ISO 14596 or ISO 8754) between the range of 0.05% wt. to 0.5% wt. The Product Heavy Marine Fuel Oil can be used as or as a blending stock for an ISO 8217 compliant, IMO MARPOL Annex VI (revised) compliant low sulfur or ultralow sulfur heavy marine fuel oil.