Abstract: Atomically thin layers including pores, their method of manufacture, and their use are disclosed. In some embodiments, pores may be formed in an atomically thin layer by growing the atomically thin layer on exposed portions of a substrate that includes islands comprising a material that is different than the material of the substrate. In some embodiments, pores and/or defects may be formed in an atomically thin layer by employing growth conditions that promote the formation of defects and/or pores. In certain embodiments, pores and/or defects may be etched to enlarge their size.

Abstract: Techniques and architectures for providing FSK signal modulation using mixing for the generation of the two output frequencies are described. In an embodiment, a frequency-shift keying (FSK) transmitter may be operative to provide transmission of wireless signals. The FSK transmitter may include a high-frequency generator to generate at least one high-frequency wave signal based on a fixed frequency signal, a low-frequency generator to generate at least one low-frequency wave signal based on the fixed frequency signal, and at least one mixer to mix the at least one high-frequency wave signal and the at least one low-frequency wave signal to generate a logic signal, the logic signal comprising one of a logic 0 signal or a logic 1 signal based on digital input data.

Abstract: Several embodiments relate to methods of repairing and/or regenerating damaged or diseased tissue comprising administering to the damaged or diseased tissues compositions comprising exosomes. In several embodiments, the exosomes comprise one or more microRNA that result in alterations in gene or protein expression, which in tum result in improved cell or tissue viability and/or function.

Abstract: A paper manufacturing system includes a paper machine that has a headbox to contain a slurry of fluid mixed with cellulosic fibers. The headbox has an opening therein to direct the slurry outwardly from the headbox. A turbulence unit is positioned within the headbox to agitate the slurry when the slurry travels through the headbox and out of the opening. In this way the turbulence unit facilitates a random organization of the cellulosic fibers in the slurry when the slurry leaves the headbox. The turbulence unit includes a plurality of cylinders and each of the cylinders urges the slurry to swirl into a plurality of eddies when the slurry passes around each of the cylinders. Each of the cylinders is comprised of a carbon fiber material to inhibit adhesion between the cellulosic fibers and the cylinders.

Abstract: Base station (BS) capable of beamforming in a wireless communication includes a transceiver comprising an antenna array, the transceiver configured to measure SRS from a UE, using at least one portion of the antenna array, and a processor configured to select at least one UL beam vector based on an SRS measurement from a UL beam-codebook comprising a set of beam weight vectors, determine at least one DL beam weight vector corresponding to each of the selected at least one UL beam weight vector, transmit a beamformed CSI-RS by applying the at least one DL beam weight vector to the antenna array, receive a CSI feedback including a PMI from the UE, wherein the PMI is determined based on the beamformed CSI-RS, and construct a precoding channel matrix for the UE based on the PMI and the at least one DL beam weight vector.

Abstract: A pain-relieving garment for therapeutic pain relief includes a shell that is meshed. The shell is shaped complementarily to a portion of a body of a user so that the shell is configured to position over the portion of the body of the user. A plurality of pads is coupled to the shell so that each pad is positioned proximate to an area of pain in the portion of the body of the user. Each pad comprises a radiant barrier so that the pad is configured to reflect electromagnetic radiation emitted by the body to provide localized heating of the area of pain to reduce a level of pain.

Abstract: Base station (BS) capable of beamforming in a wireless communication includes a transceiver comprising an antenna array, the transceiver configured to measure SRS from a UE, using at least one portion of the antenna array, and a processor configured to select at least one UL beam vector based on an SRS measurement from a UL beam-codebook comprising a set of beam weight vectors, determine at least one DL beam weight vector corresponding to each of the selected at least one UL beam weight vector, transmit a beamformed CSI-RS by applying the at least one DL beam weight vector to the antenna array, receive a CSI feedback including a PMI from the UE, wherein the PMI is determined based on the beamformed CSI-RS, and construct a precoding channel matrix for the UE based on the PMI and the at least one DL beam weight vector.

Abstract: Several embodiments relate to methods of repairing and/or regenerating damaged or diseased tissue comprising administering to the damaged or diseased tissues compositions comprising exosomes. In several embodiments, the exosomes comprise one or more microRNA that result in alterations in gene or protein expression, which in turn result in improved cell or tissue viability and/or function.

Abstract: Coordination of RRC configurations between an LTE NB and an NR NB in dual connectivity with a UE are performed using an RRC container that includes shared or coordinated parameters. For example, an NR NB determines to alter a configuration of a UE. The NR NB transmits a coordinated RRC container with coordinated UE parameters to an LTE NB and transmits a UE parameter RRC container to the LTE NB. The LTE NB evaluates the coordinated container for compliance with the UE capability. If satisfied, the LTE NB can send both containers (in a single RRC message or multiple RRC messages) to the UE.

Abstract: A method and system for providing self-rescue plan in emergency comprises an overall process of presenting detailed information associated with a desired fuel station to a plurality of driver users. Upon receiving a fuel station selection, the method provides the driver user with a route to the fuel station and corresponding status information such as total amount of fuel available, fuel types and grades, prices, pumps, etc. The method also offers service facilities along the route to the driver user to handle life-threatening emergencies. Additionally, the method provides a process for each station user account to enter and update the fuel station related statuses, supplemental supplies and services so that accurate information is presented to the specific driver user in emergency. Further, the method assists an arbitrary user to locate and reach a desired friend in order to help and/or rescue the friend in emergency.

Abstract: Improved systems for heating and cooling a space may include a heating and cooling unit for providing heating and cooling functions mounted inside a housing assembly and a display unit mounted to the housing assembly. A control unit may be coupled to the heating and cooling unit and the display unit. The control unit may be operative to cause an image or video associated with heat be displayed on the display unit when the heating and cooling unit is in the heating mode of operation and to cause an image or video associated with coolness be displayed on the display unit when the heating and cooling unit is in the cooling mode of operation. The control unit may be coupled to a server that enables remotes operation of the system via a client application. Other implementations also may be provided.

Abstract: A bioresorbable drug-eluting biopolymer suture-free blood vessel anastomosis devices can be deployed to join two blood vessels and resorbed by the body over a predetermined time period after the blood vessel has become joined. The anastomosis device can include a hollow tube that is inserted interconnect the two vessels to be jointed. A non-piercing suture is wrapped around the vessel to secure the anastomosis. The anastomosis device can include hollow tube that extends along an axis from a first end to a second end. The ends can be fitted with elements that facilitate mechanical attachment of the vessel to the anastomosis device and provide for a secure seal.

Abstract: Methods and systems for operating a programmable logic fabric (16) including a dynamic parameter scaling controller (22) that tracks an operating parameter that functions at multiple operating conditions by maintaining the operating parameter while cycling through multiple operating conditions during a calibration mode using the calibration configuration for the programmable logic fabric (16). The dynamic parameter scaling controller (22) also stores one or more functional values for the operating parameter in a calibration table. The dynamic parameter scaling controller (22) also operates the programmable logic fabric (16) using a design configuration using dynamic values for the operating parameter based at least in part on the one or more operating conditions.

Abstract: A paper manufacturing system includes a paper machine that has a headbox to contain a slurry of fluid mixed with cellulosic fibers. The headbox has an opening therein to direct the slurry outwardly from the headbox. A turbulence unit is positioned within the headbox to agitate the slurry when the slurry travels through the headbox and out of the opening. In this way the turbulence unit facilitates a random organization of the cellulosic fibers in the slurry when the slurry leaves the headbox. The turbulence unit includes a plurality of cylinders and each of the cylinders urges the slurry to swirl into a plurality of eddies when the slurry passes around each of the cylinders. Each of the cylinders is comprised of a carbon fiber material to inhibit adhesion between the cellulosic fibers and the cylinders.

Abstract: A transformer-based balun circuit is disclosed herein. The balun can be implemented using a spiral transformer, where primary and secondary transformer windings can be inductively coupled and can be implemented on the same metal layer (or different metal layers, e.g. vertically adjacent metal layers). The balun can further include a compensation capacitor and a digital frequency tuning circuit. The compensation capacitor can be introduced at one of the differential terminals to reduce or suppress the amplitude and phase imbalance. The digital frequency tuning circuit can be a switchable bank of capacitors, which allows for tuning the frequency of operation of the transformer-based balun.

Abstract: A mechanism for customer service with security and privacy is provided. In a support service scenario for products or services, a determination is made based on an interaction with a customer that additional verification is needed. An authentication code is communicated to the customer via a mode chosen by the customer. At the same time, a hash of the authentication code is stored along with session and customer details. The customer is prompted to provide the authentication code and a hash of the provided authentication code is compared to the hash of the authentication code that was stored with the session and customer details. If the hashes match, it can be presumed that the agent is communicating with the correct customer and customer details are revealed. If the hashes do not match, the agent does not see any private customer details.

Abstract: Systems and methods operate to automatically adjust features and modes of operation for personal electronic devices, to control the level of immersion (or conversely, presence) experienced by a user of the device, relative to the user's ambient environment and/or virtual communications from systems other than the immersive device, such as notifications or bot communications. Thus, users of electronic devices may still make themselves available for interaction with other individuals and devices around them, even while using technologies that may otherwise be immersive and isolating.

Abstract: A snow melting assembly includes a heating unit that may be fluidly coupled to a fluid source thereby facilitating a fluid to be delivered to the heating unit. The heating unit is in thermal communication with the fluid when the fluid is delivered to the heating unit. In this way the heating unit heats the fluid above a pre-determined temperature. A spray unit is provided and the spray unit is beneath ground. The spray unit is fluidly coupled to the heating unit to receive the heated fluid from the heating unit. The spray unit includes a plurality of outlets and each of the outlets extends outwardly from the ground and is positioned adjacent to a traffic area. The spray unit sprays the heated fluid outwardly above the traffic area thereby facilitating the heated fluid to melt falling snow before the falling snow collects on the traffic area.

Abstract: Techniques and architectures for providing FSK signal modulation using mixing for the generation of the two output frequencies are described. In an embodiment, a frequency-shift keying (FSK) transmitter may be operative to provide transmission of wireless signals. The FSK transmitter may include a high-frequency generator to generate at least one high-frequency wave signal based on a fixed frequency signal, a low-frequency generator to generate at least one low-frequency wave signal based on the fixed frequency signal, and at least one mixer to mix the at least one high-frequency wave signal and the at least one low-frequency wave signal to generate a logic signal, the logic signal comprising one of a logic 0 signal or a logic 1 signal based on digital input data.

Abstract: Users may control visual cues reflective of the user's social intentions and/or state of perception during use of personal electronic devices. In some embodiments, the visual cues may be provided by visual indicators on headphones, such as a multi-color LED, which change status based on the user's desired interactions with others. An LED embedded within an earphone may, for example, glow red when a user prefers not to be interrupted or when a user's device inhibits perception of external sounds, or glow green when a user is open to and available for interaction with others. The visual indicator status may be controlled manually by a user, or automatically. Visual cues may implement multiple discrete states, or may vary along a continuum of color and/or illumination level. A cloud server may track a user's visual cue state, for use in controlling or otherwise interacting with other network-connected services.