Abstract: There is disclosed a computer-implemented method for training a neural network-based system. The method comprises receiving a training data item and target data associated with the training data item. The training data item is processed using an encoder to generate an encoding of the training data item. A subset of neural networks is selected from a plurality of neural networks stored in a memory based upon the encoding; wherein the plurality of neural networks are configured to process the encoding to generate output data indicative of a classification of an aspect of the training data item. The encoding is processed using the selected subset of neural networks to generate the output data. An update to the parameters of the selected subset of neural networks is determined based upon a loss function comprising a relationship between the generated output data and the target data associated with the training data item.

Abstract: An automatic tensioning side track assembly includes a stationary base track, a dynamic screen receiver, a first magnet, a second magnet, and a screen. The first magnet is oppositely charged relative to the second magnet and is configured to maintain an attractive magnetic force with the second magnet. The first magnet is disposed at a first position associated with a first rectilinear horizontal distance away from the second magnet when the screen is at a substantially planar configuration and has a desired tensioned state. The first magnet is disposed at a second position associated with a second rectilinear horizontal distance away from the second magnet when the screen is at a substantially bowed configuration and has an undesired tensioned state. The first magnet is configured to automatically return from the second position to the first position after the screen is displaced to the substantially bowed configuration.

Abstract: A zero-sequence current balancer for a controlling zero-sequence current in a three-phase power system includes a zig-zag transformer coupled to the three-phase power system, an inverter coupled to an output of the zig-zag transformer, and at least one of: (i) a clamp device operating as a normally open switch, the clamp device being provided in between the output of the zig-zag transformer and a neutral conductor (which may be grounded) and being connected in parallel with the inverter, and (ii) a load-break switch provided between the output end of the zig-zag transformer and an input of inverter. A controller is structured and configured to detect a fault condition in the three-phase power system, and in response cause at least one of the closing of the clamp device or the opening of the load-break switch in order to protect the system.

Abstract: Method for producing direct reduced metal material (106) in a continuous process, wherein hydrogen gas and inert gas is circulated in respective closed-loop first and second gas circuits via different respective gas connection stations (130,140120-122,150-151), comprising for individual mobile furnaces (101): a) charging metal material (106) into the furnace; b) moving and connecting the furnace to an inert gas connection station; c) providing heated inert gas to the furnace; d) disconnecting the furnace; e) moving and connecting the furnace to a hydrogen gas connection station; f) providing heated hydrogen gas to the furnace; g) disconnecting the furnace; h) moving and connecting the furnace to an inert gas connection station; i) providing cooled inert gas to the furnace; j) disconnecting the furnace; and k) discharging the metal material. The invention also relates to a system.

Abstract: Embodiments disclosed herein relate to measuring thermal properties. At least one embodiment includes a method including heating a location of an object with an excitation laser beam, the excitation laser beam being a continuous-wave laser beam modulated by a square-wave modulation waveform. The method may also include measuring temperature at the location over time by measuring changes in one or more reflective properties at the location. Related apparatuses are also disclosed.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for consumption of at least one compound from a fluid are disclosed. A method, comprising: providing processed algae for subsequent use in accelerated consumption of at least one compound from a fluid to be treated by exposing algae to a processing fluid depleted in the at least one compound to be consumed by the algae in a processing vessel; adding said processed algae to a contact receptacle containing said fluid to be treated to reduce a concentration of said at least one compound from said fluid to be treated; and recirculating at least a portion of said algae and said processing fluid from said contact receptacle to said processing vessel. This makes the processed algae better adapted to reduce the amount or concentration of the at least one compound within the fluid more quickly than is possible with unprocessed algae.

Abstract: A rotary assembly for driving spool rotation includes a rotor and a flow modifier. The rotor is mechanically coupled to a spool of a gas turbine engine. The flow modifier receives flow from and/or direct flow to the rotor. The rotary assembly permits relative movement between the rotor and the flow modifier to move between: a turbine configuration wherein the rotor receives air from an external air source to drive the spool to rotate; and a compressor configuration wherein the rotor is driven to rotate by the spool and to receive and compress air from the gas turbine engine, and discharge the compressed air for supply to the airframe system. The rotary assembly also includes controller to control relative movement between the rotor and the flow modifier through a range of turbine positions of the turbine configuration to vary a torque applied to the rotor for driving the spool.

Abstract: Provided is cookware made from a bonded multi-layer blank assembly. The cookware has a first metal layer, a second metal layer having a cavity with a plurality of spaced-apart posts protruding from a bottom surface of the cavity, and a perforated graphite layer having a thickness of at least 0.010 in. (0.254 mm) and a plurality of spaced-apart holes formed therethrough. The perforated graphite layer is positioned within the cavity of the second metal layer such that the plurality of spaced-apart posts extend through the plurality of spaced-apart holes. The second metal layer is metallurgically bonded to the first metal layer at least via the plurality of spaced-apart posts. A method of making the bonded multi-layer composite cookware is also disclosed.

Abstract: Compounds of Formula (I): wherein R1, R3, R11, R12, X, Y1, Y2, Y3, Y4 and are as defined in the description. Medicinal products containing the same which are useful in treating conditions requiring anti-apoptotic inhibitors.

Abstract: A powered KAFO device includes an electronic control system that provides an enhanced operation to better approximate a human gait cycle for enhanced mobility assistance. Multiple gait cycles of stance substate control and swing substate control are implemented to perform walking. During stance control, the control system measures an error between a desired and an actual knee joint component angle, and operates the actuator assembly of the powered mobility assistance device to control the knee joint component to stabilize the knee joint component. During swing control, the electronic control system measures an error between a desired and an actual knee swing trajectory, and operates the actuator assembly to control the knee joint component to adjust toward the desired swing knee trajectory. The gait cycle further may include a neutral substate that transitions from the stance substate to the swing substate, in which actuator assembly releases the knee joint component.

Abstract: A structural electronics wireless sensor node is provided that includes layers of electronic components fabricated from patterned nanostructures embedded in an electrically conductive matrix. In some aspects, the structural electronics wireless sensor node includes a plurality of nanostructure layers that each form individual electronic components of the structural electronics wireless sensor node. In certain embodiments, the structural electronics wireless sensor node includes electronic components such as a resistor, a inductor, a capacitor, and/or an antenna.

Abstract: An Offset Raman imaging device and methods of use is disclosed and generally comprises a Raman laser and a XY plotter, wherein the Raman laser and the XY plotter are operably coupled to take Raman spectra scans of a region of interest.

Abstract: Speech recognition may be improved by generating and using a topic specific language model. A topic specific language model may be created by performing an initial pass on an audio signal using a generic or basis language model. A speech recognition device may then determine topics relating to the audio signal based on the words identified in the initial pass and retrieve a corpus of text relating to those topics. Using the retrieved corpus of text, the speech recognition device may create a topic specific language model. In one example, the speech recognition device may adapt or otherwise modify the generic language model based on the retrieved corpus of text.

Abstract: Implants, systems, and methods for securing a flexible band, thereby providing a desired correction to the spine. The implant may secure the flexible band to a spinal rod and/or a pedicle screw. The implant may include a first locking member configured to secure the spinal rod and a second locking member configured to secure the band. The band may be looped around bony anatomy and tensioned to achieve correction and provide fixation as an alternative and/or supplement to pedicle screws during spinal deformity surgery.

Abstract: A method is implemented at an Internet-connected remote control device for reviewing content channels on an Internet-connected display device that is associated with the remote control device via a user account maintained at a server. In response to receiving a user actuation of a user button, the remote control identifies a first Internet content channel that is currently being displayed on the display device, and obtains a preferred channel list including a sequence of Internet content channels that is associated with the user account and includes the first Internet content channel. The remote control then identifies a second Internet content channel that follows the first Internet content channel in the preferred channel list, and transmits to the server a first channel change message including information of the second Internet content channel to cause the Internet-connected display device to display media content provided by the second content channel.

Abstract: A machine vision system is directed toward a tire building drum in a tire building machine. The machine vision system produces a three dimensional image of a green rubber tread applied to the tire building drum. A center of the green rubber tread is identified in the three dimensional image by performing at least one convolution with at least one profile trace of the green rubber tread and a predefined tread profile. A difference is identified between the center of the green rubber tread and a center of the tire building drum. The difference is used as a tread position feedback error to position an application of a next green rubber tread onto the tire building drum from a tread conveyor.

Abstract: According to the disclosure, a target analyte detection cartridge includes a sample chamber into which sample is inserted, a metering chamber connected to the sample chamber to meter a predetermined amount of sample, a mixing chamber connected to the metering chamber to receive a magnet bead, and a waste chamber connected to the metering chamber. The metering chamber has one side connected to each of the sample chamber and the mixing chamber and another side connected to the waste chamber. A first pneumatic flow path to which pneumatic pressure is provided is connected to a waste flow path that joins the other side of the metering chamber to connect the metering chamber and the waster chamber.