Abstract: Systems and methods for simulating subterranean regions having fracture geometries. Non-intrusive embedded discrete fracture modeling formulations are applied to two-dimensional and three-dimensional unstructured grids, with mixed elements, using an element-based finite-volume method in conjunction with commercial simulators to model subsurface characteristics in regions having complex hydraulic fractures, complex natural fractures, or a combination of both.

Abstract: A ventilation system is provided, the ventilation system comprising at least one air flow generating device, the at least one air flow generating device having a calibrated speed to produce a downward air flow capable of forcing a cloud of infectious bacterial, viral or pathogen particles or droplets out of an ingestion zone of a mouth, a nose and eyes of an individual, at least one ultraviolet C light lamp positioned proximate at least one wall of an area in a pathway of an infected air flow, the infected air flow containing the cloud of infectious bacterial, viral or pathogen particles or droplets, an ultraviolet C radiation field created by the at least one ultraviolet C light lamp, the ultraviolet C radiation field extending throughout the area from the at least one wall near a ceiling of the area and the infected air flow containing the cloud of infectious bacterial, viral or pathogen particles or droplets passing through the ultraviolet C radiation field, wherein the at least one air flow generating dev

Abstract: Systems and methods for simulating subterranean regions having multi-scale, complex fracture geometries. Non-intrusive embedded discrete fracture modeling formulations are applied in conjunction with commercial or in-house simulators to efficiently and accurately model subsurface characteristics including temperature profiles in regions having complex hydraulic fractures, complex natural fractures, or a combination of both.

Abstract: Systems and methods for simulating subterranean regions having multi-scale fracture geometries. Non-intrusive embedded discrete fracture modeling formulations are applied in conjunction with commercial simulators to efficiently and accurately model subsurface transient flow characteristics in regions having complex hydraulic fractures, complex natural fractures, or a combination of both, and geometries including corner point grids.

Abstract: A method for determining the positioning in deployed position of an expandable medical device type implant, including, from a three-dimensional image of a region of interest including the vascular structure, the following steps: determination of a centreline of the vascular structure, positioning of the IMD according to an initial position, around the centreline, simulation of the final position of the IMD after deployment, as a function of the stresses exerted by the walls of the vascular structure on the IMD, the determination of the centreline consisting in placing points so as to minimise a travel time of fluid along said points between an input point and an output point, the simulation of the final position of the IMD taking account of a level of longitudinal push-pull intended to be applied to the IMD during its implantation.

Abstract: A fluid removal device is provided for removing fluid from pleural space that includes a flexible, open tube with a slight resting curve. A first channel along a greater curvature of the tube contains a plurality of cannulas that can be extended into the pleural space to infuse medications. A second channel along a lesser curvature of the tube contains a line attached to the outer portion of the tube and tension placed on the line will increase the curve of the tube to assist in the placement of the tip of the tube in a desired location in the pleural space. The tube may be connected to a portable suction/fusion device via a click connect device. The tube may also include an improved tip and a tab for extending the cannulas maintains the corridor of stability.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a lid cover having a locking mechanism and a container assembly comprising the lid cover. The lid cover includes a cap connectable with a connector body having a button constructed to be movable between a first position where the button engages the cap to close the connector body, and a second position where the button is separated from the cap to open up the cap. The locking mechanism includes a knob operably coupled to the button, and capable of moving between a locked position where the knob restrains the button within the first position, and an unlocked position where the knob allows the button to be released from the first position into the second position. The present invention is capable of locking the lid cover to prevent an unexpected opening of the lid cover.

Abstract: Provided is a non-pyro cartridge for military training devices. The cartridge has a refillable compressed gas compartment fitted with a refill valve, which allows for quick reuse of the cartridge. The cartridge further has a blast compartment that receive a rush of compressed air from the gas compartment when the cartridge is triggered/detonated. Also provided is an activation device for the cartridge. The cartridge and activation device can generate physical and digital effects on the battlefield that safely and realistically simulate anti-tank weapon signatures, mortar weapon signatures, landmines signatures, improvised explosive device weapon signatures, artillery point of impact signatures, hand grenade signatures, weapon impact signatures on vehicles, weapon impact signatures on buildings, multiple types of battlefield effects, weapon signatures, impact signatures with a single device type.

Abstract: The present invention provides a strap holding device for attachment to a structural member for holding a bottle, comprising a strap having a leading portion, a trailing portion and a securing region therebetween. The leading portion forms a holding loop for holding the bottle, and the trailing portion is used to wrap around the structural member for attachment of the device onto the structural member. The strap holding device is releasably attachable to the structural member for safely maintaining the bottle in place during exercise or travel, and is easily removed or withdrawn from the structural member.

Abstract: An isometric, dynamic isotonic concentric and dynamic isotonic eccentric motorized guidance exercise apparatus for human muscle development is provided. The exercise apparatus comprises a frame, an electric motor, the electric motor including an output shaft and secured to the frame, a drive guidance assembly, the drive guidance assembly secured to the frame and connected to the output shaft; at least one tactile feedback interface member, the at least one tactile feedback interface member secured to the drive guidance assembly; a weight plate, the weight plate secured to a limb of the human body, the limb positioned at the at least one tactile feedback interface member and wherein energizing the electric motor actuates the drive guidance assembly, the drive guidance assembly induces a motion in the at least one tactile feedback interface member, the limb engages the at least one tactile feedback interface member and the limb actuates the weight plate.

Abstract: Techniques for calibration of a simulation of a subterranean region having complex fracture geometries. Calibration of indeterministic subsurface discrete fracture network models is performed via non-intrusive embedded discrete fracture modeling formulations applied in conjunction with well testing interpretation and numerical simulation. Subterranean fracture networks are characterized dynamically by embedded discrete fracture modeling to accurately and efficiently determine an optimal fracture model.

Abstract: Techniques for calibration of a simulation of a subterranean region having complex fracture geometries. Calibration of indeterministic subsurface discrete fracture network models is performed via non-intrusive embedded discrete fracture modeling formulations applied in conjunction with well testing interpretation and numerical simulation. Subterranean fracture networks are characterized dynamically by embedded discrete fracture modeling to accurately and efficiently determine an optimal fracture model.

Abstract: An ultraviolet-C light fixture is provided, the ultraviolet-C light fixture comprising at least one ultraviolet-C light bulb to sterilize an air flow, an ultraviolet-C radiation field created by the at least one ultraviolet-C light bulb to sterilize the air flow, a top end cap, a base and a plurality of louvers, the plurality of louvers positioned proximate one another, the top end cap and the base to create a gap, the gap sized to allow ultraviolet radiation to pass outside the ultraviolet light fixture to create a sterilization field outside the ultraviolet light fixture to eradicate bacterial, viral or pathogen particles from the air flow surrounding the fixture and the gap sized to allow passage of the air flow containing a cloud of infectious bacterial, viral or pathogen particles to pass through a sterilization chamber within the ultraviolet light fixture to eradicate bacterial, viral or pathogen particles from the air flow.

Abstract: Systems and methods for simulating subterranean regions having multi-scale, complex fracture geometries. Non-intrusive embedded discrete fracture modeling formulations are applied in conjunction with commercial simulators to efficiently and accurately model subsurface characteristics in regions having complex hydraulic fractures, complex natural fractures, or a combination of both.

Abstract: An adaptable wheel has a central hub, radial segments connected to the central hub at a proximal end and extending radially from the central hub, each radial segment having a linear actuator configured to change a length of the radial segment; a shoe connected to a distal end of the radial segment for contacting a surface being traversed by the wheel; and a locking mechanism for selectively preventing linear motion of the linear actuator. A control system for an adaptable wheel includes a distance sensor on a vehicle for determining distance to a surface in the path of the vehicle and a computer for receiving distance information from the distance sensor and, responsive to the distance information, determine a desired length of a segment of an adaptable wheel for maintaining a hub of a wheel level, and provide control signals to a linear actuator of the segment.

Abstract: Systems and methods for simulating subterranean regions having multi-scale fracture geometries. Non-intrusive embedded discrete fracture modeling formulations are applied in conjunction with commercial simulators to efficiently and accurately model subsurface transient flow characteristics in regions having complex hydraulic fractures, complex natural fractures, or a combination of both, and geometries including corner point grids.

Abstract: Systems and methods for simulating subterranean regions having multi-scale fracture geometries. Non-intrusive embedded discrete fracture modeling formulations are applied to two-dimensional and three-dimensional unstructured grids, with mixed elements, using an element-based finite-volume method in conjunction with commercial simulators to model subsurface characteristics in regions having complex hydraulic fractures, complex natural fractures, or a combination of both.