Abstract: Aspects of the present disclosure describe optical phased array structures and devices in which hyperbolic phase envelopes are employed to create focusing and diverging emissions in one and two dimensions. Tuning the phase fronts moves focal point spot in depth and across the array. Grating emitters are also used to emit light upward (out of plane). Adjusting the period of the gratings along the light propagation direction results in focusing the light emitted from the gratings. Changes in the operating wavelengths employed moves the focal spot along the emitters.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method may include: receiving first data that may include information associated with an error in an execution of code; based on the first data, determining: for each contributor in a predetermined list of contributors: a respective familiarity value indicative of an amount of association between the contributor and the error in the code; and a respective set of task management statistics; and an urgency value of the error; using an optimization model, selecting at least one contributor from the predetermined list of contributors to assign to the error, the optimization model based on the respective familiarity values and the respective sets of task management statistics for each contributor, and the urgency value of the error; and transmitting a notification indicative of the error to a computing device associated with the at least one contributor assigned to the error.

Abstract: A protective case for a portable mobile device is disclosed. The protective case comprises a shell that defines a compartment for receiving and retaining a mobile device, a cover panel, and a connector component. The shell has a main panel that includes an aperture and a subpanel that is hinged at a first side within the aperture and reversibly attached to the aperture via mechanical protrusions or detents at a second side so that it can rotatably attach and detach, or snap, into and out of the main panel. The hinge may be formed by one or more flexible layers overlaid on the shell or via mechanical swivel joint such as a pin and socket connection. A connector portion connects the cover panel to the shell and forms a flexible spine between the cover panel and the shell. The connector portion is comprised of opposing inner and outer layers that are overlaid over the internal and external facing surfaces of the shell and cover panel.

Abstract: A portable lactation station and method of use are disclosed. The portable lactation station may include a countertop, a base unit, and an adjustable counter component. The adjustable counter component may be configured to rest at least partially within the base unit when in an undeployed configuration. The adjustable counter component may be slidably connected to the base unit, and may be configured to open into a first deployed configuration and to slide into a second deployed configuration along the length of the base unit. The portable lactation station may include a sink and a faucet. The portable lactation station may also include a clean water source, an electric water pump, and a dirty water receptacle. The portable lactation unit may include integrated power and USB outlets on the surface of the primary body or adjustable counter surface component.

Abstract: An image sensor may include an array of image pixels that generate charge in response to light. To determine the color of the light, each image pixel may have a built-in diffusion grating and underlying photodiodes. The diffusion grating may diffract light in a wavelength-dependent manner, and the underlying photodiodes may detect a pattern of the diffracted light. Processing circuitry may store patterns corresponding to known colors. The processing circuitry may compare the detected pattern of the diffracted light to the patterns of light of the known colors, and thereby determine the color of the light through a process such as interpolating between the known patterns. This may eliminate the need for color filters in each pixel and increase the amount of detected light within each pixel. Image sensors having pixels with diffractive gratings may be used in cameras, microscopes, Raman spectrometers, and medical devices.

Abstract: A pet apparatus is provided which includes a housing including internal walls forming a cavity. The internal walls include a plurality of apertures. One or more panels are disposed within the cavity. Each of the panels includes at least one pocket configured to receive a toy and/or a treat. Toggles are coupled with each of the panels and are configured to be inserted into the plurality of apertures to removably couple the panels with the housing.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are system, method and/or device embodiments for using a wireless mouthguard with pressure sensors for measuring bite compression forces generated by a bruxism patient during sleep. A system comprises a mouthguard and a microelectromechanical system (MEMS) coupled to a portion of the mouthguard covering an axial plane of a tooth. The MEMS comprises an antenna, a capacitive sensor, a microcontroller, and a power supply. The sensor generates sensor signals corresponding to a force generated by a mouthguard wearer's bite. The MEMS may then transmit data describing the wearer's bite force over a period of time to an external computing device for display and analysis.

Abstract: There is an implant, comprising a plate portion at a first end, and a stem portion at a second end extending away from an end of the plate portion. In one embodiment, the plate portion comprises a first lobe with a first screw hole; and a second lobe with a second screw hole, wherein the first lobe is adjacent to the second lobe. There is also method of inserting an implant, comprising preparing a patient's bones, performing an osteotomy on the patient's bones to form a first bone segment and a second bone segment, aligning the first bone segment and the second bone segment and inserting an implant into an intramedullary canal in the second bone segment.

Abstract: The present invention relates in general to leg support accessories for medical scooters, and more specifically, to a leg support accessory and method of use that elevates a compromised leg of a patient to reduce swelling and promote healing during recovery. One aspect of the leg support accessory includes a vertical member that is connected to an existing frame of a medical scooter. An elongated member may extend forward from the vertical member and include a U-shaped bracket which receives and secures a foot support. The foot support includes a closed lower end for receiving a foot and curves upwardly to contour to a heel and calf of the patient. The angle of the foot support may be adjusted for comfort. The leg support accessory is capable of being adjusted to be used for either the patient's right or left leg, depending on need.

Abstract: A method of treating a disease state or condition in humans via topical brainstem afferent stimulation therapy via the administration of a drug to the back of the neck of a human patient at the hairline in close proximity to and under or on the area of skin above the brain stem to provide regional neuro-affective therapy is disclosed.

Abstract: On example provides a ferrule for an implantable medical device including a first frame body having a first perimeter surface to make a brazed connection to a first medical device component, and a second frame body having a first perimeter surface to make a welded connection to a second medical device component. A spacer flange connects a second perimeter surface of the first frame body to a second perimeter surface of the second frame body, a thickness between a top surface and bottom of the spacer flange being less than a thickness between a top surface and a bottom surface of the first frame body such that the spacer flange is to deflect relative to the first frame body in response to forces being applied to the second frame body so as to reduce transmission of weld strain from the second frame body to the first frame body.

Abstract: An assembly for a vehicle includes a steering wheel. The assembly includes an airbag inflatable to an inflated position. The airbag has a main chamber supported by the steering wheel. The main chamber in the inflated position has a rear panel facing the steering wheel, an impact panel opposite the rear panel, and an outermost periphery between the impact panel and the rear panel. The airbag includes an extension having a first end and a terminal end. The extension extends from the first end to the terminal end adjacent the rear panel of the main chamber. The first end extends from the outermost periphery and the rear panel and the terminal end is connected to the rear panel. The airbag has an inflation chamber extending from the main chamber to the terminal end through the first end of the extension.

Abstract: A future location of a movable object is predicted to intersect a planned path of a host vehicle. A host vehicle component is actuated to output a signal indicating to move the movable object. Then, at least one of the movable object is determined to have moved or the planned path of the host vehicle is updated. Then, the host vehicle is operated along the planned path or the updated planned path.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to itaconic acid derivatives, compounds comprising the derivatives and methods of using the derivatives in the treatment of cancer, inflammation, and autoimmune diseases.

Abstract: A drill string rotation angle sensor diagnostic system includes a first rotation angle sensor assembly, a second rotation angle sensor assembly, an operator interface; and a control module. The control module is configured to receive a first signal from the first rotation angle sensor assembly, receive a second signal from the second rotation angle sensor assembly, determine if a valid state exists based on the first signal and the second signal, and indicate a fault on the operator interface if a valid state does not exist.

Abstract: A clampless tail pipe assembly may include a base having a longitudinal axis and spring elements spaced about the base. Each spring element may have a body with a first end and a second distal end. The second distal end may comprise a first inner locking tooth. The spring element body may include sequential proximate portions. A first portion may be connected to the base, substantially linear, and substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis. A second portion may be arcuate. A third portion may be substantially linear and substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis. A fourth portion may be angled relative to the longitudinal axis. A fifth portion may be angled relative to the longitudinal axis, and the angle may be different than the angle of the fourth portion relative to the longitudinal axis. A sixth portion may be angled relative to the longitudinal axis.

Abstract: The present application pertains to methods for making metal oxides and/or citric acid. In one embodiment, the application pertains to a process for producing calcium oxide, magnesium oxide, or both from a material comprising calcium and magnesium. The process may include reacting a material comprising calcium carbonate and magnesium carbonate. Separating, concentrating, and calcining may lead to the production of oxides such as calcium oxide or magnesium oxide. In other embodiments the application pertains to methods for producing an alkaline-earth oxide and a carboxylic acid from an alkaline earth cation—carboxylic acid anion salt. Such processes may include, for example, reacting an alkaline-earth cation—carboxylic acid anion salt with aqueous sulfur dioxide to produce aqueous alkaline-earth—bisulfite and aqueous carboxylic acid solution. Other useful steps may include desorbing, separating, and/or calcining.

Abstract: A triggered sink circuit for a linear voltage regulator, such as low-dropout voltage regulator (LDO), is disclosed. The triggered sink circuit is activated only when needed to sink current from an output in response to a transient load change. The triggered sink circuit includes a large sink transistor that when activated drains current from the output of the LDO to quickly restore an output voltage back towards a regulated value, thereby improving a load transient response to the load change. The improved load transient response prevents the output transistor of the LDO from being completely deactivated to restore regulation. Accordingly, the LDO's response to a subsequent load transient can be improved.

Abstract: The present disclosure discloses a system and a method. In an example implementation, the system and the method generate, at a first encoder neural network, an encoded representation of image features of an image received from a vehicle sensor of a vehicle. The system and method can also generate, at a second encoder neural network, an encoded representation of a map tile features and generate, at the decoder neural network, a semantically segmented map tile based on the encoded representation of image features, the encoded representation of map tile features, and Global Positioning System (GPS) coordinates of the vehicle. The semantically segmented map tile includes a location of the vehicle and detected objects depicted within the image with respect to the vehicle.

Abstract: One aspect is a method of forming a lead for implantation. The method includes forming a distal end assembly, forming a proximal end assembly, and forming a flexible circuit coupling the distal end assembly to the proximal end assembly. The distal end assembly, the proximal end assembly and the flexible circuit are formed over an inner member. An outer member is placed over the combination of the distal end assembly, the proximal end assembly and the flexible circuit. The outer member and circuit are fused adjacent the distal end assembly to the proximal end assembly.