Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure describe a secure, scalable and extensible aircraft and other system and device identity management (IdM) system that enables services for identity provisioning (idP), and identity validation, verification and authentication (idVV&A). The identity and management system uses dual-mode local broadcast and network connected device communication elements across a wide area network. The system serves as a Source System of Record (SSoR) that securely ingests private registration data, system/device identity verification and authentication requests and returns validated identity and activity information.

Abstract: Various implementations include a clamping storage device. The device includes a clamping assembly having a proximal stop, a gas spring, and a distal stop. The proximal stop extends along a proximal stop longitudinal axis. The gas spring has a gas spring longitudinal axis, first end, and a second end. The first end of the gas spring is coupled to the proximal stop. The distal stop is coupled to the second end of the gas spring and extends along a distal stop longitudinal axis. The proximal stop longitudinal axis and the distal stop longitudinal axis are both locatable in an assembly plane that incudes the gas spring longitudinal axis. The gas spring is biased toward an extended position and urgable toward a retracted state. The gas spring is movable toward the extended position in an unlocked state and is prevented from being moved toward the extended position in a locked state.

Abstract: Various implementations include a frame for supporting a bimini top. The frame includes base, forward, and aft assemblies. The forward assembly has a first portion and a second portion rotatably coupled to a forward portion of the base assembly. The aft assembly has a first portion and a second portion. The first portion of the aft assembly is slidably coupled to an aft portion of the base assembly. The forward and aft assemblies are movable between collapsed and extended positions. The forward or aft assembly is operatively coupled to a drive assembly such that rotation of a pulley of the drive assembly relative to the base assembly causes the forward or aft assembly to move between the collapsed and extended positions. Movement of the forward assembly from the collapsed position to the extended position causes the aft assembly to move from the collapsed position to the extended position.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure describe a secure, scalable and extensible unmanned aircraft system identity management (IdM) system that enables services for identity provisioning (idP), and identity validation, verification and authentication (idVV&A). The system uses dual-mode local broadcast and network connected UAS communication elements across a wide area network. The system serves as a Source System of Record (SSoR) that securely ingests private registration data, UAS identity verification and authentication requests and returns validated identity and flight information.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure provide improved systems (200, 400) and methods (500, 600, 700, 800) of identifying and managing unmanned (230) and manned (120a-b) air traffic. The systems and methods of the present disclosure allow for the establishment of communications that both protects and shares identity and other informational data. The exemplary system is a dynamic secure identification network system enabling users of the system, including aircraft and aircraft operators 250, to engage with all users of the system and share identification information through a permission-based network system, for example, a blockchain based system. The system enables varying levels of identity and other information to be communicated about each aircraft system located within the ecosystem and being queried by a user. Aircraft systems may include operated and/or autonomous aircraft systems.

Abstract: A suction cup headphone apparatus capable of enclosing an ear of a user by way of suction and delivering audible sound. The apparatus comprises a suction cup, a loudspeaker unit, and a housing unit. The suction cup is mounted to the housing unit. The loudspeaker unit is mounted inside the suction cup. The apparatus is placed over the ear. The user applies repeated pressure to the distal end of the suction cup. This forces air out of the suction cup, creating a suction seal between the apparatus and the ear and/or head of the user. The suction seal can keep the apparatus on the user's ear without the necessity of a band until the user removes the apparatus.

Abstract: A fishing tackle comprising a hook with a protruding portion disposed on a shank of the hook and an artificial bait over-molded on the hook and protruding portion. The protruding portion includes a plurality of ridges disposed along a first section and second section. The ridges disposed along the first section are angled towards the proximal end of the hook, and the ridges disposed along the second portion are angled towards the distal end of the hook.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure provide improved systems (200, 400) and methods (500, 600, 700, 800) of identifying and managing unmanned (230) and manned (120a-b) air traffic. The systems and methods of the present disclosure allow for the establishment of communications that both protects and shares identity and other informational data. The exemplary system is a dynamic secure identification network system enabling users of the system, including aircraft and aircraft operators 250, to engage with all users of the system and share identification information through a permission-based network system, for example, a blockchain based system. The system enables varying levels of identity and other information to be communicated about each aircraft system located within the ecosystem and being queried by a user. Aircraft systems may include operated and/or autonomous aircraft systems.

Abstract: A cluster receives a request to store an object using replication or erasure coding. The cluster writes the object using erasure coding. A manifest is written that includes an indication of erasure coding and a unique identifier for each segment. The cluster returns a unique identifier of the manifest. The cluster receives a request from a client that includes a unique identifier. The cluster determines whether the object has been stored using replication or erasure coding. If using erasure coding, the method reads a manifest. The method identifies segments within the cluster using unique segment identifiers of the manifest. Using these unique segment identifiers, the method reconstructs the object. A persistent storage area of another disk is scanned to find a unique identifier of a failed disk. If using erasure coding, a missing segment previously stored on the disk is identified. The method locates other segments. Missing segments are regenerated.

Abstract: A cluster receives a request to store an object using replication or erasure coding. The cluster writes the object using erasure coding. A manifest is written that includes an indication of erasure coding and a unique identifier for each segment. The cluster returns a unique identifier of the manifest. The cluster receives a request from a client that includes a unique identifier. The cluster determines whether the object has been stored using replication or erasure coding. If using erasure coding, the method reads a manifest. The method identifies segments within the cluster using unique segment identifiers of the manifest. Using these unique segment identifiers, the method reconstructs the object. A persistent storage area of another disk is scanned to find a unique identifier of a failed disk. If using erasure coding, a missing segment previously stored on the disk is identified. The method locates other segments. Missing segments are regenerated.

Abstract: A cluster receives a request to store an object using replication or erasure coding. The cluster writes the object using erasure coding. A manifest is written that includes an indication of erasure coding and a unique identifier for each segment. The cluster returns a unique identifier of the manifest. The cluster receives a request from a client that includes a unique identifier. The cluster determines whether the object has been stored using replication or erasure coding. If using erasure coding, the method reads a manifest. The method identifies segments within the cluster using unique segment identifiers of the manifest. Using these unique segment identifiers, the method reconstructs the object. A persistent storage area of another disk is scanned to find a unique identifier of a failed disk. If using erasure coding, a missing segment previously stored on the disk is identified. The method locates other segments. Missing segments are regenerated.

Abstract: A cluster receives a request to store an object using replication or erasure coding. The cluster writes the object using erasure coding. A manifest is written that includes an indication of erasure coding and a unique identifier for each segment. The cluster returns a unique identifier of the manifest. The cluster receives a request from a client that includes a unique identifier. The cluster determines whether the object has been stored using replication or erasure coding. If using erasure coding, the method reads a manifest. The method identifies segments within the cluster using unique segment identifiers of the manifest. Using these unique segment identifiers, the method reconstructs the object. A persistent storage area of another disk is scanned to find a unique identifier of a failed disk. If using erasure coding, a missing segment previously stored on the disk is identified. The method locates other segments. Missing segments are regenerated.

Abstract: A flexible seat cushion, such as a wheelchair cushion, has an upper surface with a support contour for establishing relatively less pressure on skin adjacent to the bony prominences of the person's pelvic area and relatively more pressure on skin covering adjacent tissue masses. A support member is attached to the rear corner of the cushion. The support member has relatively less flexibility than the seat cushion. The support member is retained to a longitudinal and/or transverse side of the cushion to cause the support member to resist deformation of the support contour from contact with the pelvic area of the person when seated on the seat cushion. Connector member may be connected to the support member to extend along longitudinal and/or transverse sides of the cushion to deform and thereby adjust the support contour for better support of the pelvic area.

Abstract: A flexible seat cushion, such as a wheelchair cushion, has an upper surface with a support contour for establishing relatively less pressure on skin adjacent to the bony prominences of the person's pelvic area and relatively more pressure on skin covering adjacent tissue masses. A support member is attached to the rear corner of the cushion. The support member has relatively less flexibility than the seat cushion. The support member is retained to a longitudinal and/or transverse side of the cushion to cause the support member to resist deformation of the support contour from contact with the pelvic area of the person when seated on the seat cushion. Connector member may be connected to the support member to extend along longitudinal and/or transverse sides of the cushion to deform and thereby adjust the support contour for better support of the pelvic area.