Abstract: Communication systems are described that use signal constellations, which have unequally spaced (i.e. ‘geometrically’ shaped) points. In many embodiments, the communication systems use specific geometric constellations that are capacity optimized at a specific SNR, over the Rayleigh fading channel. In addition, ranges within which the constellation points of a capacity optimized constellation can be perturbed and are still likely to achieve a given percentage of the optimal capacity increase compared to a constellation that maximizes dmin, are also described. Capacity measures that are used in the selection of the location of constellation points include, but are not limited to, parallel decode (PD) capacity and joint capacity.

Abstract: A vehicle hitch assembly is provided that includes an angled trailer tow bar configured to be supported at the rear of a vehicle, a hitch receiver movably coupled to the tow bar such that the receiver may move on the tow bar, and a locking mechanism for locking the receiver in a fixed position on the tow bar.

Abstract: A system and method for routing customers to an automated teller machine (ATM) is disclosed herein. A computing system receives, from a client device, a request to locate an ATM. The request includes a constraint of a desired ATM. The computing system identifies a plurality of ATMs proximate a location of the client device. The computing system pings the plurality of ATMs proximate the location of the client device to identify attributes associated with each respective ATM. The computing system receives the attributes from the plurality of ATMs proximate the location of the client device. The computing system compares the attributes from each respective ATM to historical ATM usage statistics associated with the client device. The computing system routes a user of the client device to a target ATM from the plurality of ATMs based at least partially on the historical ATM usage statistics.

Abstract: A space-saving hammock stand includes features configured to improve hammock usability in situations where use of a conventional hammock stand may be difficult. In some examples, space-saving hammock stands include features intended to reduce an overall footprint of the hammock stand (e.g., by hanging the hammock diagonally and/or in a corner of a room). In some examples, space-saving hammock stands are collapsible. In some examples, space-saving hammock stands are configured to be coupled to or suspended from a vehicle.

Abstract: An electronic device determines that an application has been launched for which screencasting is available. In response, the device displays a screencast control panel. A user inputs an instruction to begin screencasting via the control panel. In response to this instruction, the electronic device screencasts media content including content created by the application.

Abstract: Systems and methods of maintaining a focal point of a camera in a 3D environment of a 2D graphical user interface of an authoring application includes displaying a surface upon which one or more content items can be placed and a camera centrally positioned relative to the surface. Further, responsive to an indication to add a content, determining a first elevation of the camera, determining an angle of view of the camera at the first elevation and elevating the camera to a second elevation that is greater than the first elevation of the camera while maintaining a perceived angle of view of the camera. Systems and methods for translating a 3D object include preventing translation of the 3D object in one of three dimensions of the three-dimensional environment while enabling simultaneous translation of the 3D object in the two remaining dimensions of the three dimensions of the 3D environment.

Abstract: Methods, apparatus, systems and articles of manufacture are disclosed to generate measures of unique audiences for Internet-based media.

Abstract: Non-limiting examples of the present disclosure relate to service-backed generation and management of digital ruled paper templates in an exemplary application/service such as a notetaking service. As an example, access to a user account of a notetaking service is detected. A digital context associated with the user account is evaluated. An evaluation of the digital context comprises identifying user identity data associated with the user account and analyzing domain specific data of the notetaking service that corresponds with the identified user identity data. The domain specific data may comprise data identifying a specific electronic notebook of the notetaking service. A customized listing of digital ruled paper templates is populated based on an evaluation of the digital context. The customized listing of digital ruled paper templates is transmitted to the client computing device, which surfaces the customized listing of digital ruled paper templates in a user interface of the notetaking service.

Abstract: Metal transaction cards with removable indicia are provided. In some approaches, a transaction card may include a metal body having a first main side and a second main side, and an identification chip coupled to the first main side of the metal body. The transaction card may further include an exterior layer along the second main side, the exterior layer containing identifying indicia, wherein at least a portion of the exterior layer is removable from the second main side by at least one of: a set of perforations through the exterior layer, and a channel provided along an outer edge of the second main side.

Abstract: A container apparatus can include a container and an illumination apparatus positioned within the container. The illumination apparatus includes a cushioning section, and a light emitting device positioned within the cushioning section. The cushioning section can be comprised of solid foam. The light emitting device can be a light emitting diode.

Abstract: According to some embodiments, so-called “NS-Tree” indexes may be used to calculate whether all (or a portion) of two independent tables are consistent. The NS-Tree indexes may be comprised of various elements, e.g., a synchronization time, a primary key, a hash of the complete record itself, and an aggregate value associated with each index entry (e.g., an accumulated XOR value). At any point in the index, an entry may possess the accumulated aggregate value of all key entries in the table up to that point. That aggregate value may be used to validate data consistency with another table(s) maintaining the same index. Due to the unique composition of the NS-Tree index, users can also validate two data sets within a ‘sub-range’ of the entire data set. According to other embodiments, NS-Tree indexes may also be applied to two different clusters of nodes by applying the NS-Trees at a ‘federated’ level.

Abstract: A foldable counter assembly for use within the interior of a vehicle. The assembly comprises a first lower support member and a second lower support member, a first panel having a first end rotatably affixed to the first lower support member and a second end, and a second panel having a first end rotatably affixed to the second lower support member and a second end, the first and second panels configured to be converted from a non-deployed configuration to a substantially horizontal deployed configuration to form a substantially horizontal support surface. The first and/or the second panel include a pair of foldable support legs vertically extendable beneath the second end of the respective panel towards a bottom surface of the vehicle when the panel to which it is attached is in the deployed configuration to provide support in the substantial center of the substantially horizontal support surface.

Abstract: A surveillance system monitors a predetermined environment based on received data. The surveillance system includes a first intelligent appliance configured to capture video and/or still images and configured to be in wireless communication with a second intelligent appliance that operates based on data from the first intelligent appliance. The surveillance system can detect a person located within the predetermined environment and can track the person's movement. The surveillance system is configured to allow remote viewing of data and/or controlling cameras.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a prosthetic capsular bag and method for inserting the same. The prosthetic capsular bag helps to maintain the volume of the natural capsular bag, thereby stabilizing the effective lens position of an IOL so that refractive outcomes may be improved with cataract surgery. The prosthetic capsular bag further provides an integrated refractive surface, providing a means for experimentally determining an effective lens position prior to inserting an IOL.

Abstract: A container includes a plurality of panels connected together at fold lines configured for extending at least partially around an interior space. The panels include a front panel, a first side panel, a back panel and a second side panel. The back panel includes a first back portion and a second back portion. At least one of the first back portion or the second back portion is free from openings. A shelf panel is foldably connected to the front panel. The first back portion is adhered to the shelf panel.

Abstract: A method of utilizing a 64-point primary transform core matrix to decode may include determining whether to use a first transform core matrix that is a DST-7 primary transform core matrix. When a result of the determination is to use the first transform core matrix, the method may include: (i) constructing the first transform core based on a set of unique numbers, and (ii) decoding using the derived primary transform core. The method may further include, when a result of the determination is to not use the first primary transform: (i) deriving a second transform core based on the same set of unique numbers, and (ii) decoding using the derived second transform core.