Abstract: Embodiments relate to a method for forming a protective coating on a substrate and a wind power generation system which comprises a blade and a protective coating on the blade.

Abstract: An applicator for a cement-based mixture includes an open container hopper having a first end disposed above a second end along a first direction. The open container hopper elongated along a second direction. The second end of the open container hopper is configured as an outlet for the cement-based mixture. A handle is coupled to one side of the open container hopper. A hose connector is coupled to another side of the open container hopper. The hose connector is configured to allow the cement-based mixture to flow into the open container hopper. A frame having a pair of wheels supports the open container hopper such that the second end is positionable above a trench for backfilling. A height adjustor is coupled between the frame and the open container hopper. The height adjustor is configured to selectively adjust a height of the second end along the first direction.

Abstract: Aspects of the subject disclosure may include, for example, a device comprising: a female port configured to receive a data connector, the data connector comprising a surface with a first opening; a first movable member disposed within the female port, the first movable member being configured such that as the data connector is moved into the female port a first portion of the first movable member enters into the first opening; and a first blocking member disposed within the female port, the first blocking member being configured to move to a first blocking position to block the first portion of the first movable member from exiting the first opening after the first portion of the first movable member has entered the first opening. Other embodiments are disclosed.

Abstract: This disclosure provides an enhanced operating table and room, an insulated conductor, and a filtration system. The table includes an attachment, controlling parameters during surgery, a control, and a console. The attachment is moveable relative to at least one reference point. The console allows monitoring parameters during surgery. The room includes sensors integrated throughout and a data module in communication with the sensors. The data module receives data from the plurality of sensors, stores the received data in memory, and analyzes and processes the stored data. The insulated conductor includes an electrical conductor and an insulator. The insulator partially electrically or thermally insulates the electrical conductor. The filtration system removes particles within a fluid A transducer generates a pressure gradient to promote the particles to flow. Alternatively, the filtration system can include a robotic system. The robotic system charges particles such that the particles within the fluid adhere.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a computer-implemented method for editing navigation of a content item is disclosed. The method may include presenting, via a user interface at a client computing device, time-synchronized text pertaining to the content item; receiving an input of a tag for the time-synchronized text of the content item; storing the tag associated with the time-synchronized text of the content item; and responsive to receiving a request to play the content item: playing the content item via a media player presented in the user interface, and concurrently presenting the time-synchronized text and the tag as a graphical user element in the user interface.

Abstract: An apparatus and system having an optical integrated circuit (referred to herein as an OMTP) configured for power on during discovery and optically communicating with the OMTP reader for the purpose of extracting data.

Abstract: A method, apparatus, system, and computer program product for method for dynamically managing an ontology for classifying data is provided. The ontology is generated from the classifications of a plurality of entities. Models are generated that predict classifications according to the ontology and natural language descriptions of the entities. Unclassified entities are modelled by according to the models to identify at least one classification within the ontology. Responsive to identifying a plurality of probable classifications within the ontology, a new classification is generated based on the plurality of probable classifications, an updated ontology is generated that includes the new classification, and the unclassified entity is classified according to the new classification.

Abstract: A fiberglass frame for a shipping container supports dunnage or other support members for separating parts. The fiberglass frame comprises four hollow vertical edge members made of fiberglass, each extending between corner assemblies. The fiberglass frame further comprises a roof and a base each made of hollow fiberglass members. Each hollow fiberglass member extends between two corner assemblies. The corner assemblies are also made of fiberglass. The inherent lack of electrical conductivity in the frame prevents sensitive parts shipped in the dunnage or other support members from being damaged or compromised.

Abstract: Devices, systems and methods for sorting and labeling food products are provided. Respective spectra of food products for a plurality of segments of a line are received at a controller from at least one line-scan dispersive spectrometer configured to acquire respective spectra of the food products for the plurality of segments of the line. The controller applies one or more machine learning algorithms to the respective spectra to classify the plurality of segments according to at least one of one or more food parameters. The controller controls one or more of a sorting device and a labeling device according to classifying the plurality of segments to cause the food products to be one or more of sorted and labeled according to the at least one of the one or more food parameters.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides polynucleotide cassettes, expression vectors and methods for the expression of a gene in mammalian cells to provide gene therapy for pyruvate kinase deficiency.

Abstract: Herein is disclosed an apparatus and method for delivering a fluid to an individual in such a manner that sloshing of the fluid is substantially suppressed, even when the fluid has been only partially consumed. The apparatus includes a reservoir for containing the fluid and a valve in fluid communication with the reservoir. A biasing mechanism exerts a force upon the reservoir, causing it to contract and force fluid through the valve, when the valve is opened. The biasing mechanism and reservoir are housed within a body, according to some embodiments.

Abstract: Surgical systems and methods to facilitate surgical navigation involve a scanner to produce a scan of a vessel on a bone and a camera configured to detect markers coupled to the bone. Controller(s) track the bone based on detection of the markers by the camera and determine, based on the scan, one or more characteristics of the vessel on the bone. The controller(s) obtain imaging data of the bone and register the imaging data and the one or more characteristics of the vessel to the bone.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an organic compound and an organic light emitting device comprising same, the organic compound being employed in a light efficiency improving layer, which is provided in an organic light emitting device, so as to increase the light efficiency of the device, and thus enables low-voltage driving of the device and excellent device characteristics such as excellent color purity and improved luminous efficiency to be implemented. Therefore, the present invention can be industrially and effectively used in various lighting and display devices and the like.

Abstract: A three-dimensional braid includes a plurality of first plaits adjacent one another oriented in a first direction and a plurality of second plaits adjacent one another oriented in a transverse second direction intertwined forming a braid with each first plait intersecting each of the plurality of second plaits in succession. Each first plait includes a first group of tows and a second group of tows, each of the tows in the first group of tows corresponding to one of the tows in the second group of tows in pairs of first plait tows. Each second plait includes a plurality of tows. For each first plait, one of the first plait pairs crosses over a subset of second plait tows at each intersection of the first plait and successive second plaits forming a series of braid points along the first plait.

Abstract: Rotary lobe pump, comprising a pump housing (2, 9, 10) with a substantially cylindrical pump chamber (8) and a rotary lobe as rotor (1) with at least two blades (3) arranged opposite each other or evenly distributed in the circumferential direction and at least one sealing valve (4), characterized in that at least two sealing valves (4a, 4b) arranged opposite one another or uniformly distributed in the circumferential direction are provided, the at least two sealing valves (4a, 4b) being rotatable or pivotable, and an inlet duct (11) to at least two inlet openings (6) into the pump chamber (8) and an outlet duct (12) from at least two outlet openings (7) out of the pump chamber (8) being provided axially in a rotor axial tube (18), extending from the opposite axial ends and separated from one another.

Abstract: A capillary pressure assembly (50) for determining in situ capillary pressure in porous media (5) includes a hydrophobic member (170) including one or more ports (180) configured to communicate a pressure of a first phase of a fluid of the porous media to a first passage (103) of the capillary pressure assembly, wherein the porous media includes a consolidated porous media, a hydrophilic member (140) including a porous material configured to communicate a pressure of a second phase, immiscible with respect to the first phase, of the fluid of the porous media to a second passage (113) of the capillary pressure assembly, and a pressure sensor (60) configured to determine the capillary pressure in the porous media based on a pressure within the first passage and a pressure within the second passage.

Abstract: The present disclosure describes multi-fluid kits for three-dimensional printing, three-dimensional printing kits, and methods of making three-dimensional printed articles. In one example, a multi-fluid kit for three-dimensional printing can include a fusing agent and a second fluid agent. The fusing agent can include water and a radiation absorber. The radiation absorber can absorb radiation energy and convert the radiation energy to heat. The fusing agent or the second fluid agent can include a water-soluble or water-dispersible dihydrazide antioxidant.

Abstract: A tissue fixation system is provided for dynamic and rigid fixation of tissue. A fastener connected with an elongate fastening member, such as a cable, wire, suture, rod, or tube, is moved through a passage between opposite sides of tissue. A medical device is used to secure the fastener to the elongate fastening member. The medical device includes a tensioning mechanism for tensioning the elongate fastening member. As crimping mechanism is used to secure the fastener to the elongated member, where a cutting mechanism cut the excess portion of the elongated member.

Abstract: An adjustable bed base has a subframe assembly including a subframe which may be inclined relative to a stationary frame by a primary linear actuator. An articulating deck is attached to the subframe. Secondary linear actuators articulate the deck. The subframe assembly is pivotally secured to a portion of the stationary frame. The subframe may be inclined by extending the primary linear actuator which moves ramps, causing wheels attached to the subframe to ride upwardly along the ramps, thereby raising the head end of the subframe relative to the stationary frame.