Abstract: A computer-implemented method of authenticating a user with a computing device is disclosed. The method involves displaying a grid of selectable visually-distinguishable graphical elements on a device display, receiving from a user of the device a drawn pattern across the selectable graphical elements, comparing the received drawn pattern to information representing a stored authentication pattern for the user, and unlocking access to functions on the device if the received drawn pattern substantially matches the stored authentication pattern.

Abstract: An inverter drive assembly includes a first array of inverters, a second array of inverters spaced from the first array of inverters and defining a plenum therebetween, and a crossover bus bar spanning the plenum and electrically connecting the first array of inverters to the second array of inverters. The crossover bus bar includes a first laminated bus section electrically connected to the first array of inverters, a second laminated bus section electrically connected to the second array of inverters, and a solid bus connection interconnecting the first laminated bus section with the second laminated bus section.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention are directed to methods by which different services registered with cloud infrastructure may recover in case of disaster. Also directs procedures with which a resource provider may recover and rebuild its cloud resource information by scanning actual resources available. A resource provider will synchronize resources with a central service to get updated consumer and subscription information. In the scenario in which a central service fails and is recovered from backup, the central service should synchronize with resource providers to update its resource information.

Abstract: An inner tube comprising a unitary tube segmented into a plurality of chambers, the plurality of chambers interconnected therebetween. A plurality of interconnections may be respectively configured between the plurality of chambers wherein the plurality of interconnections may be operable to control airflow between adjacent ones of the plurality of chambers. A valve coupled to the unitary tube, the valve operable to allow introduction of air into the plurality of chambers through the plurality of interconnections.

Abstract: The disclosed liquid lens array may include a plurality of independently operable array sections, each of which may include (1) a transparent base layer, (2) an aperture plate overlapping the transparent base layer, the aperture plate defining a plurality of apertures extending through the aperture plate between an inner surface of the aperture plate facing the transparent base layer and an outer surface of the aperture plate, and (3) a liquid reservoir disposed between the base layer and the aperture plate. The liquid lens array may also include driving circuit for operating at least one array section of the plurality of array sections to change liquid volumes extending from the liquid reservoir at least partially through the apertures defined in the aperture plate of the at least one array section. Various other methods, systems, and devices are also disclosed.

Abstract: Systems and methods for performing differential and full data protection operations. Parameters that define minimum, interval, and maximum values are provided to an agent. These values relate to changes in the data or in a database. The agent monitors the database and backups are triggered in accordance with these values. A differential backup is not performed until the minimum value is reached and differential backups are performed only after subsequent intervals are reached. A full backup is performed once the maximum value is reached.

Abstract: The subject matter of this specification can be embodied in, among other things, a method that includes receiving at a computing device that is in a locked state, one or more user inputs to unlock the device and to execute at least one command that is different from a command for unlocking the device. The method further includes executing in response to the user inputs to unlock the device an unlocking operation by the device to convert the device from a locked state to an unlocked state. The method further includes executing the at least one command in response to receiving the user inputs to execute the at least one command. The at least one command executes so that results of executing the at least one command are first displayed on the device to a user automatically after the device changes from the locked state to the unlocked state.

Abstract: A multi-antenna mounting device includes: a mounting member to which two or more antennas are fixable; and a tilt angle adjusting mechanism including an upper adjusting component and a lower adjusting component spaced apart along a length direction of the mounting member. The upper adjusting component includes a plurality of tilt angle adjusting holes arranged in a row, one end of the upper adjusting component is connectable to the mounting member, and the other end is connectable to a user's support pole with a fastening element extending through one of the tilt angle adjusting holes. When the fastening element extends through different tilt angle adjusting holes, the multi-antenna assembly has different mechanical tilt angles relative to the support pole. The lower adjusting component includes a first section and a second section. The second section has a predetermined length and the first section is pivotable relative to the second section.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to liquid and dried compositions comprising a live, attenuated or genetically modified herpesvirus and methods of preparing such compositions, in one aspect, the composition comprises at least two or more pharmaceutically acceptable exctpients, at least one of which is histidine and at least one of which is a sugar or sugar alcohol. The compositions retain a sufficiently high infectious titre following storage or large-scale manufacturing steps, such as lyophilization.

Abstract: The invention relates to the soybean variety designated 01077341. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the soybean variety 01077341. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the soybean variety 01077341 and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing soybean plants by crossing the soybean variety 01077341 with itself or another soybean variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: A filtration system housing is provided for supporting filtration system components. The filtration system is configured to remove particulates from air. The housing comprises a plurality of walls defining a chamber for receiving pressurized air. The housing additionally comprises a reinforcing member at least partially surrounding said walls. At least one of the walls is contoured to include a spatial curvature extending along a portion of the at least one wall.

Abstract: Integrity verification of a containerized application using a block device signature is described. For example, a container deployed to a host system is signed with a single block device signature. The operating system of the host system implements an integrity policy to verify the integrity of the container when the container is loaded into memory and when its program code executes. During such events, the operating system verifies whether the block device signature is valid. If the block device signature is determined to be valid, the operating system enables the program code to successfully execute. Otherwise, the program code is prevented from being executed. By doing so, certain program code or processes that are not properly signed are prevented from executing, thereby protecting the host system from such processes. Moreover, by using a single block device signature for a container, the enforcement of the integrity policy is greatly simplified.

Abstract: An intelligent storage device is provided that enables a user to securely store odorous materials, lock and unlock the storage device via a mobile device or other remote computing device, and receive alerts when the storage device is moved or tampered with. Embodiments include an intelligent storage device comprising a lid with a locking mechanism and a user-controllable device configured to activate the locking mechanism upon receiving a first user input; a container with an opening sized and shaped to receive the lid, wherein the locking mechanism is configured to securely seal the lid to the container when activated; and an electronics module configured to cause deactivation of the locking mechanism in response to receiving a second user input via the user-controllable device and upon confirming authorization of the user to access the storage device.

Abstract: Sensing systems include a tube defining a Fabry-Perot cavity and an optical fiber including a distal end disposed within the Fabry-Perot cavity and a proximal end. A corrodible material caps the Fabry-Perot cavity. Devices for sensing corrosion of downhole equipment include an optical fiber with a corrodible material disposed over a distal end of the optical fiber. Systems for sensing a condition in equipment include an optical fiber with a fiber Bragg grating proximate a distal end thereof and a mass of sensor material coupled to the distal end of the optical fiber. The mass of sensor material is suspended from above the fiber Bragg grating. Other systems for sensing a condition in a wellbore include an optical fiber and a plurality of fiber Bragg gratings along a length thereof. A plurality of sensor materials are coupled to the optical fiber and surround respective fiber Bragg gratings.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides topical compositions of rofecoxib and methods of making said compositions. The present disclosure also provides methods of using topical compositions of rofecoxib to treat inflammation.

Abstract: A patient uses a token with multiple actuators to request assistance from a healthcare provider. When the patient activates one of the token's actuators, a nearby mobile device receives a signal from the relevant actuator, selects a code depending on which actuator was activated, and sends the code along with location data and a patient identifier to a server. The server uses the identifier to access a patient record for the patient and retrieve insurance data. The server will use the code, the location data and the insurance data to select an appropriate healthcare provider for the patient. The system will transmit a communication to the selected healthcare provider with a phone number for the patient's mobile device so that the healthcare provider can contact the patient.

Abstract: The subject disclosure relates to ways to resolve autonomous vehicle (AV) routes based on verbal descriptions of landmark features. In some aspects, a process of the disclosed technology includes steps for receiving speech instructions, wherein the speech instructions indicate an autonomous vehicle (AV) destination, analyzing the speech instructions to identify one or more landmarks associated with the AV destination, and determining location information corresponding with the one or more landmarks. In some aspects, the process further includes calculating a route based on the location information corresponding with the one or more landmarks. Systems and machine-readable media are also provided.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a linkage mechanism for a phase shifter assembly, comprising a rotation device having a rotation shaft fixed to a substrate of the phase shifter assembly and a rotation member configured to rotate about said rotation shaft; a first drive member which can be operatively engaged to the rotation member such that rotation of the rotation member can cause movement of the first drive member; a second drive member disposed on and moving together with the rotation member; and a translation device including a translation member which can be operatively engaged to the second drive member such that movement of the second drive member can cause movement of the translation member, wherein the rotation device and the translation device are configured to move in association with each other during operation of the phase shifter assembly. The present disclosure also relates to a phase shifter assembly including the above-mentioned linkage mechanism.