Abstract: In various examples, a deep neural network(s) (e.g., a convolutional neural network) may be trained to detect moving and stationary obstacles from RADAR data of a three dimensional (3D) space. In some embodiments, ground truth training data for the neural network(s) may be generated from LIDAR data. More specifically, a scene may be observed with RADAR and LIDAR sensors to collect RADAR data and LIDAR data for a particular time slice. The RADAR data may be used for input training data, and the LIDAR data associated with the same or closest time slice as the RADAR data may be annotated with ground truth labels identifying objects to be detected. The LIDAR labels may be propagated to the RADAR data, and LIDAR labels containing less than some threshold number of RADAR detections may be omitted. The (remaining) LIDAR labels may be used to generate ground truth data.

Abstract: Methods providing distributed temperature and strain measurements are disclosed. Brillouin pump laser pulses having a Brillouin pump frequency are coupled into a first end of an optical fiber. Brillouin Stokes and Anti-Stokes probe laser beams are coupled into a second end of the fiber. The Stokes probe laser beam has a Stokes probe frequency. The Anti-Stokes probe laser beam has an Anti-Stokes probe frequency. The Stokes and Anti-Stokes probe frequencies and the pump frequency are included in a Brillouin frequency band. A train of Rayleigh seed pulses are coupled into the fiber. Each of the seed pulses of the train has a respective different frequency included in a Rayleigh frequency band. Frequencies of the Brillouin frequency band are coupled to a Brillouin detector, and Rayleigh backscatter signals are coupled to a Rayleigh detector. Brillouin and Rayleigh detector outputs are used to calculate the measurements. Related sensors are also disclosed.

Abstract: A nose covering is disclosed. The nose covering includes a body having an exterior surface. The body is configurable to have a nose cavity for receiving a human nose. The body of the nose covering holds a scent substance, and the scent substance releases an aroma from the body to mask an unpleasant smell. The nose covering may also include a plurality of grooves in the exterior surface of the body for gripping the body.

Abstract: A user interface (UI), data structures and algorithms facilitate programming, analyzing, debugging, embedding, and/or modifying problems that are embedded or to be embedded on an analog processor (e.g., quantum processor), increasing computational efficiency and/or accuracy of problem solutions. The UI provides graph representations (e.g., source graph, target graph and correspondence therebetween) with nodes and edges which may map to hardware components (e.g., qubits, couplers) of the analog processor. Characteristics of solutions are advantageously represented spatially associated (e.g., overlaid or nested) with characteristics of a problem. Characteristics (e.g., bias state) may be represented by color, pattern, values, icons. Issues (e.g., broken chains) may be detected and alerts provided.

Abstract: Various systems and methods are disclosed for joining at least two components of a prosthesis. For example, a system may include a first component having a first a first body extending from a first face to a second face. An engagement element may be disposed on the first face of the first body and may be configured to engage a second component. A biasing member may be disposed on the engagement element and may be configured to latch a second component to the first component. A securing mechanism may be configured to receive a locking mechanism at an angle with respect to a longitudinal axis. The locking mechanism may be adapted to interact with the biasing member.

Abstract: Access category management objects may be configured for use in support of access category configurations of a user equipment (UE). Various methods for a UE configuration with access categories are disclosed. Signaling methods by a radio access network of access barring parameters such as a signaling method for a partial list of access barring parameters with explicit signaling of access category indexes and a signaling method for a full list of access barring parameters where access categories are signaled using a bitmap are disclosed. Access control parameters and an access control architecture in terms of access control function distribution within the UE protocol sublayers, solutions that address the impact of access control in a connected mode on a buffer status report, logical channel prioritization and flow control between the UE AS and UE NAS, and details regarding access barring checks are also disclosed.

Abstract: A wireless transmit/receive unit (WTRU) may receive a tracking reference signal comprising resources located in one or more slots. The resources may be located in one or more symbols used for receiving a demodulation reference signal. The one or more symbols in which the resources of the tracking reference signal are located may be within a first five symbols in each of the one or more slots. At least one resource of the received tracking reference signal may be frequency multiplexed with the demodulation reference signal.

Abstract: The present invention relates to specific binding members, particularly antibodies and fragments thereof, which bind to amplified epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) and to the de2-7 EGFR truncation of the EGFR. In particular, the epitope recognized by the specific binding members, particularly antibodies and fragments thereof, is enhanced or evident upon aberrant post-translational modification. These specific binding members are useful in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. The binding members of the present invention may also be used in therapy in combination with chemotherapeutics or anti-cancer agents and/or with other antibodies or fragments thereof.

Abstract: A biological specimen of a subject is handled and tracked for a procedure involving that specimen. Prior to initiation of the procedure, a first procedure data structure (PDS) is generated. The first PDS binds an identifier corresponding to the subject with an indicator of a procedure to be performed on the specimen and identifiers of a specimen container and a specimen holder that physically contacts the biological specimen, as well as a scheduled time for the procedure. A schedule of a plurality of PDSs including the first PDS, is displayed on a display device of a graphical user interface. Following initiation of the procedure, the first PDS is updated based on user input, and after the procedure, at least a portion of the first PDS, as updated, is stored in a database in conjunction with other PDSs respectively associated with other completed procedures.

Abstract: There is presented a wearable device (200) and corresponding system and method for sensing a substance ingested by a subject, for instance an intoxicating substance. The wearable device has a sensing arrangement extending between a first port (205a) and a second port (205b). The sensing arrangement includes two chambers, a pump and two flow-control devices. The first chamber is adapted to collect gas from a skin region of the subject. The second chamber has a sensor to sense the substance. The first flow-control device is provided at the first port (205a) and the second flow-control device is provided at the second port (205b). A controller is provided to control the pump and the sensor. The controller is operable in a first phase to sense a first gas sample from ambient environment, and a second phase to sense a second gas sample from a skin region of the subject.

Abstract: A flow control valve configured to be positioned in a tubing in a borehole formed in a subsurface formation, wherein the flow control is used to regulate a flow of an injection fluid into the subsurface formation based on a vapor-transition characteristic of a fluid contained within a chamber of the flow control valve.

Abstract: In one aspect, a movable barrier operator system is provided that includes a motor configured to be coupled to a movable barrier. The motor has a power rating indicative of a minimum power to be supplied to the motor in order for the motor to move the movable barrier. The system further includes an external power supply configured to connect to an electrical outlet. The external power supply has a plurality of outputs each having a power rating indicative of a maximum power the output supplies, the output power rating being less than the motor power rating. The movable barrier operator system includes combiner circuitry configured to combine power from the outputs of the external power supply and provide the combined power to the motor. The system further includes a monitoring circuit configured to detect a fault condition of any of the outputs of the external power supply.

Abstract: A blank is provided for making an insert that satisfies the USPS requirement that a flat-sized mail piece be uniformly thick so that any bumps, protrusions or other irregularities do not cause more than ¼? variance in thickness. In one embodiment, when folded, the blank forms an insert with spacers about a quadrant that receives a good to be mailed. In other embodiments, when folded, the blank forms an insert with sleeves into which goods may be slid, or an insert with sleeves with closed ends and into which goods may be inserted into cutouts in the sleeves.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides for sampling instruments and methods of collecting sample particles. The sampling instrument can include a high-pressure pulsed valve coupled to a gas flow system to displace a sample from a surface. Also included can be a voltage supply coupled to a voltage switch, a suction device, a sample collector, and a collection filter. To collect a sample, extractive particles can be deposited onto a sample present on a substrate. At least a portion of the sample becomes coupled to a portion of the extractive particles to form sample particles. High-pressure gas can be discharged at the sample, thereby aerosolizing a portion of the sample particles to disperse aerosolized sample particles. A portion of the aerosolized sample particles can be collected onto a collection filter to form a collected sample.

Abstract: A process of repairing a component includes identifying a void in a component; determining at least one approximate physical configuration of the void; inserting borescope into the component in order to view the void; providing a repair rod approximately equivalent to at least one of the least one approximate physical configuration of the void; inserting the repair rod into component; confirming insertion of the repair rod in the void; separating the repair rod to leave a repair plug in the void; and depositing braze paste over the repair plug in the void.

Abstract: Multi-function targeting guides for minimally invasive 1st metatarso-phalangeal (MTP) joint fusion or arthrodesis configured to be positioned with a superficial anatomy-based surface match to establish precise positioning for surgical cuts, drilling, burring, and orthopedic screw affixation. Surgical apparatuses, namely bone reamers, reamer guides, burr sleeves, and positioners to assist in the joint fusion procedure. Methods of using the multi-functional targeting guides and surgical apparatus in conducting a MTP arthrodesis procedure.

Abstract: The present invention concerns the field of diagnostic testing to confirm the presence of target pathogens in a test sample, typically obtained from a human or animal. The test has particular application in testing for viruses, but could include cancer cells or other particulate pathogens, including bacteria.

Abstract: A flexible pouch for alcoholic beverages and a method of making a flexible pouch are disclosed. The flexible pouch includes a front wall and a back wall defining a compartment. An opening structure is in fluid communication with the compartment. The front wall and/or the back wall is composed of a panel of film laminate. The film laminate includes an outer layer of polyethylene terephthalate (PET), a middle barrier layer, and an inner layer of polyethylene (PE). The front wall and the back wall are joined together by a top seal.