Abstract: An apparatus includes a heel section, a mid-foot section, and a toe section. The heel section, the mid-foot section, and the toe section collectively have a geometric shape having a first slope of a polarity along an inner edge of the apparatus from the toe section to the heel section and a second slope of the polarity along the inner edge of the apparatus to an outer edge of the apparatus at the toe section.

Abstract: A dual interface transaction card includes a metal card body having first and second surfaces. A contact-only transaction module is secured in the card body, the contact-only transaction module including contact pads disposed on the first surface of the card body and including a first transaction circuit. A contactless transaction module is secured in a void in the metal card body. The contactless transaction module includes a second transaction circuit and an antenna. Also disclosed is a process for manufacturing the dual interface transaction card. The process includes the steps of constructing a metal card body having the first and second surfaces, securing the contact-only transaction module in the metal card body, forming the void in the metal card body, and securing the contactless transaction module in the void.

Abstract: A hydraulic control unit (“HCU”) configured to control a control rod drive mechanism (“CRDM”) configured to control the nuclear flux produced by a nuclear reactor is disclosed herein. The HCU can include a plurality of valves configured to attenuate a fluid pressure within the CRDM, wherein the attenuation of the fluid pressure is configured to cause a control rod of the CRDM to be inserted or withdrawn from a reactor vessel of the nuclear reactor, and a control circuit including a plurality of relay interfaces, wherein each relay of the plurality of relay interfaces is electrically coupled to a valve of the plurality of valves, a controller electrically coupled to the plurality of relay interfaces, and a communications circuit communicably coupled to a header controller, wherein the communications circuit is configured to transmit and receive signals between the controller and the header controller.

Abstract: Computer-implemented techniques can include obtaining, by a client computing device, a digital media item and a request for a processing task on the digital item and determining a set of operating parameters based on (i) available computing resources at the client computing device and (ii) a condition of a network. Based on the set of operating parameters, the client computing device or a server computing device can select one of a plurality of artificial neural networks (ANNs), each ANN defining which portions of the processing task are to be performed by the client and server computing devices. The client and server computing devices can coordinate processing of the processing task according to the selected ANN. The client computing device can also obtain final processing results corresponding to a final evaluation of the processing task and generate an output based on the final processing results.

Abstract: A technology for the optimized capturing of resource file content for resources referred in recorded user interaction sequences is disclosed. Individual resource files are typically referred in multiple recorded resources, therefore it is desired to capture those resources only once and reuse them for all recorded session capturing them. As user interaction sequences are executed and captured in independently operating web-browsers, a direct coordination between recording web-browsers to avoid multiple captures of the same resource is not possible. Data about the global resource capturing and demand situation is generated on a monitoring server that receives all session recording data and transferred to session recording browsers in form of lists identifying resources that are referred in sessions but are still unresolved and should therefore be captured, and for resources that should not captured, because they are already available and capturing them again should be avoided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to systems, methods, and apparatuses for the management, distribution, dispensing, and administration of consumer products, including over-the-counter and prescription medications through use of a product container labeling system and an optional integrated computer-based or online management system. In certain aspects, the invention relates to a product container comprising a hollow body, a child-resistant cap, and a specialized information label affixed to the hollow body.

Abstract: Guardrail, guardrail terminal, and support post designs that improve control of a vehicle during collisions are described. The disclosed designs also reduce the likelihood of intrusion into vehicle systems and the occupant compartment(s). Embodiments include folding and/or flattening of the guardrail and controlling the folded and flattened guardrail to avoid intrusion into the vehicle. Other embodiments include containing the guardrail in an impact head of a guardrail terminal, which also avoids vehicle intrusion.

Abstract: An integrated substrate may include a conductor layer; a heat sink including a plurality of fins extending therefrom; and a dielectric layer including boron nitride chemically bonded to the conductor layer and to the heat sink with an epoxy.

Abstract: There is included a method and apparatus comprising computer code configured to cause a processor or processors to perform obtaining media data, generating, from the media data, one or more event segments, appending the one or more event segments, to a first event processing buffer, the one or more event segments comprising an event start offset for each of the one or more event segments based on a time at which the each of the one or more event segments is appended to the first event processing buffer, appending the one or more event segments, to a second event processing buffer, the one or more event segments comprising event dispatch information for the each of the one or more event segments, and dispatching the one or more event segments based on the first event processing buffer and the event dispatch information in the second event processing buffer.

Abstract: A method executed by a computing device includes determining whether baseline content associated with a longevity-contingent instrument is qualified for a proposed a non-fungible token (NFT) for an object distributed ledger. The baseline content includes an obligation provider identifier (ID) and an outcome recipient ID. When the baseline content is qualified, the method further includes determining an availability status for the NFT and establishing NFT content. The method further includes causing generation of a new block affiliated with the NFT via a blockchain of the object distributed ledger, where the new block includes the NFT content.

Abstract: In an embodiment, a bioprocessing method includes securing a vessel containing a fluid to a platform capable of pivoting about a first axis, heating the fluid in the vessel while the platform is in a static, substantially upright position to facilitate a first bioprocessing procedure within the vessel. The method further includes pivoting the platform and vessel about the first axis to create a rocking motion to facilitate a second bioprocessing procedure within the vessel.

Abstract: The invention includes electronic monitoring-device for monitoring controlled spaces, as well as systems and methods for such monitoring. The monitoring-devices may be battery powered devices, with various sensors and capable of wireless communications. Installation of the monitoring-device may not require any wiring. These monitoring-devices may be installed at a given controlled space to monitor that given controlled space and to electronically communicate occurrences of that given controlled space to various interested stakeholders, such as, but not limited to, a tenant of the given controlled space, facility operators of the given controlled space, the provider of the electronic monitoring-device, and/or third-parties (e.g., insurance companies, first responders, and/or law enforcement). The monitoring-device may provide details, information, alerts, reminders, notices, notifications, alarms, and/or the like to various authorized stakeholders of the occurrences within that given controlled space.

Abstract: Disclosed are various examples and embodiments of systems, devices, components and methods configured to treat mood disorders in a patient using a compact implantable neurostimulator and corresponding lead(s) that are shaped, sized and configured to be implanted beneath a patient's skin in the head or neck, and to stimulate one or more target cranial nerves. The one or more medical electrical leads comprising electrode(s) are positioned adjacent to, in contact with, or in operative positional relationship to, the one or more target cranial nerves of the patient. In some embodiments, electrical stimulation is provided to the one or more target cranial nerve(s) of the patient for periods of time ranging between 30 and 60 minutes, once or twice per day. In some embodiments, power is provided to the implantable neurostimulator transcutaneously by inductive, wireless, RF, acoustic, microwave, or other suitable non-invasive means.

Abstract: A package transfer system is configured to facilitate transfer of an autonomous vehicle into and/or out of a room in a vehicle station and associated with transfer of a package relative to the vehicle station and another room in a customer building. The package transfer system is operable to selectively provide a path into and/or out of the vehicle station room for vehicle transfer, and the autonomous vehicle is configured to be advanced into and/or out of the customer building room along another path to facilitate package transfer.

Abstract: A Bluetooth (“BT”)-enabled access control system (“ACS”) for enabling selective entrance and use of resources and spaces based on a connectionless presence device according to an access security policy is provided. The system, in some embodiments comprises an Access Point Gate-way (“APG”), the APG being in electronic communication with at least one Access Control Module (“ACM”) proximate to the APG, the at least one ACM being in communication with the connectionless presence device, and the APG including at least one Access Point Module (“APM”) and at least one Access Control Module (“ACM”), the APM being enabled to discover, monitor, and balance the communications load of connectionless presence devices using the at least one ACM.

Abstract: A method for handling contradictory queries on a shared device includes receiving a first query issued by a first user, the first query specifying a first long-standing operation for a digital assistant to perform, and while the digital assistant is performing the first long-standing operation, receiving a second query, the second query specifying a second long-standing operation for the digital assistant to perform. The method also includes determining that the second query was issued by another user different than the first user and determining, using a query resolver, that performing the second long-standing operation would conflict with the first long-standing operation. The method further includes identifying one or more compromise operations for the digital assistant to perform, and instructing the digital assistant to perform a selected compromise operation among the identified one or more compromise operations.

Abstract: Aspects of the subject disclosure may include, for example a device having a processing system including a processor; and a memory that stores executable instructions that, when executed by the processing system, facilitate performance of operations of: creating a quantum digital twinning model for a public safety event; generating a map view of an area of the public safety event, wherein the map view shows images determined by the quantum digital twinning model; providing recommendations for actions to mitigate the public safety event, wherein the recommendations are determined from the quantum digital twinning model; and providing explainability of the recommendations determined. Other embodiments are disclosed.

Abstract: Personal protective equipment including hygienic barriers and methods of use to provide an improved barrier between a patient and a caregiver; where such barriers include a reinforced region and an enclosure portion, where the enclosure portion extends beyond the reinforced region such that when suspended above the patient, in a deployed configuration, the enclosure portion hangs down from the reinforced region through a force of gravity to form an enclosure space.

Abstract: Systems, apparatus, and methods for dynamic battery management. Historically, most portable devices were designed to work with dry cell and rechargeable batteries which provided a stable power level that slowly dropped over time. More recently, however, some products have implemented dynamic loading capabilities—dynamic loading potentially offers better performance, longer battery life, and/or improved functionality. Unfortunately, dynamic loads have highly variable voltage readings that present a challenge in estimating remaining battery capacity. Various embodiments of the present disclosure provide power from multiple different power sources with different characteristics and/or capabilities. The power sources are monitored and dynamically loaded according to their capability. Additionally, the estimated usage may be provided to the user to inform them of e.g., remaining capacity, ongoing current draw, etc.

Abstract: A recreational assistant device including a frame as well as a navigation system module. The recreational assistant device additionally incudes a microphone, an output system, and at least one processor each connected to the frame. The microphone is configured to receive an aural command as input from a user requesting a distance between the portable assistance device and an other specified location. The output system is configured to convey information to the user. The at least one processor is connected to the frame and is in operable communication with the at the navigation system module, the microphone, and the output system. The at least one processor is configured to, in response to the detection of the aural command by the microphone or other input, cause the output system to convey the distance between the portable assistance device and the other specified location to the user.