Abstract: Methods and systems are provided for adjusting the opening of a scroll valve of a binary flow turbine. Scroll valve adjustments are used at different engine operating conditions to improve engine performance and boost response. Scroll valve adjustments are coordinated with wastegate and EGR valve adjustments for improved engine control.

Abstract: A switched-mode power regulator circuit has four solid-state switches connected in series and a capacitor and an inductor that regulate power delivered to a load. The solid-state switches are operated such that a voltage at the load is regulated by repetitively (1) charging the capacitor causing a current to flow in the inductor and (2) discharging the capacitor causing current to flow in the inductor. The power regulator circuit may be configured to operate with zero current switching at frequencies in the range of 100 MHz, enabling it to be fabricated on a unitary silicon die along with the load that it powers.

Abstract: A tire handler for movement and manipulation of tires and wheels for large vehicles. The tire handler is lifted by a crane or similar hoisting equipment. The tire handler comprises improvements including an automatic leveling system, power adjustable tire control and support arms, and wireless remote operation of powered functions.

Abstract: The disclosure provides for peptides from syndecan 1 and methods of use therefor. These peptides can inhibit VLA-4 interaction with VEGFR2, thereby preventing tumor cell growth and tissue invasion.

Abstract: A method for producing a carbon fiber, the method comprising: (i) subjecting a continuous carbon fiber precursor having a polymeric matrix in which strength-enhancing particles are incorporated to a stabilization process during which the carbon fiber precursor is heated to within a temperature range ranging from the glass transition temperature to no less than 20° C. below the glass transition temperature of the polymeric matrix, wherein the maximum temperature employed in the stabilization process is below 400° C., for a processing time within said temperature range of at least 1 hour in the presence of oxygen and in the presence of a magnetic field of at least 1 Tesla, while said carbon fiber precursor is held under an applied axial tension; and (ii) subjecting the stabilized carbon fiber precursor, following step (i), to a carbonization process. The stabilized carbon fiber precursor, resulting carbon fiber, and articles made thereof are also described.

Abstract: In various embodiments, a system, method, and computer readable medium (collectively, the “System”) for authenticating a mobile device configured to initiate payments is provided. The System may be configured to perform operations and/or steps comprising receiving, by the processor and in a secure environment, a secret element. The secret element may be transmitted to the processor (e.g., the issuer system) via a payment terminal. The System may further comprise comparing, by the processor and in the secured environment, the secret element to an issuer element. The issuer element may be linked with a flag that is associated with the transaction account. Moreover, the issuer element may be a data module that corresponds to be is not equal to the secret element. The System may also comprise authorizing, by the processor, a transaction initiated by the mobile device in response to the comparing being a satisfactory comparison.

Abstract: An accommodating intraocular lens has a central chamber with an optical axis extending through a vision-correcting optical zone and a peripheral region at least partially surrounding the optical zone but not interfering with light passing therethrough. At least one peripheral chamber surrounds the central chamber at least partially and functions as a storage reservoir for optical fluid, receiving excess fluid when the central chamber is compressed. Within each peripheral chamber (if there is more than one), a shape-retention member resists collapse of the peripheral chamber in response to external force.

Abstract: An automated workflow system for implementing, monitoring, tracking and guiding Athlete training is disclosed. The system is comprised of a series of proprietary software applications, technology platform and content, accessible using any device that is connected to the Internet and utilizes a web browser. The system, which can be used independently or through the guidance of a Coach, directs and manages all aspects of Athlete training workflow and activity including games, practices, lessons, workout sessions, et cetera, which historically have not been viewed in a holistic manner. As the Athlete participates in each activity their results are recorded in the system, displayed for viewing, and compared to benchmarks of similar Athletes. The system then guides the focus and attention of future training activities to concentrate on development areas that address and fill in gaps in the Athlete's abilities thereby enhancing and accelerating subsequent performance.

Abstract: Base units, systems and methods for wireless energy transfer are described. A wireless energy transfer system according to some examples includes a transmitter of wireless energy located within a communication device, such as a mobile phone, or attached to the communication device and a distance separated receiver located within an electronic wearable device other than the communication device, wherein the receiver is configured to receive wireless energy from the transmitter and convert the wireless energy into electrical power, which may be used to power the electronic wearable device.

Abstract: Apparatuses and methods are described herein that allow a tap handle to be quickly and easily reoriented or replaced after being attached to a spigot. In an embodiment, an adjustment mechanism for a beverage tap handle includes a connecting element and a housing. The connecting element includes a stem and a first mating feature, and the housing includes an aperture to receive the stem and a second mating feature configured to mate with the first mating feature. The housing and the connecting element are (i) rotatable with respect to each other about a central axis of the stem when the first mating feature and second mating feature are not mated, and (ii) prevented from rotating with respect to each other about the central axis of the stem when the first mating feature and the second mating feature are mated.

Abstract: A method of correcting errors in the output of an image detector is disclosed. The method comprises measuring an output signal (Vm) of a capacitor (Csh) holding a voltage corresponding to a signal detected by the image detector; comparing the value of output signal (Vm) to the value of the previously measured output signal (Vm-1) of the capacitor (Csh); calculating the error in the output signal (Vm) using a predetermined correction factor and the difference between the value of the output signal (Vm) and the value of the previously measured output signal (Vm-1); and providing a corrected output value (Vcrt) in accordance with the calculated error. Detectors, methods of calibrating detectors, image correction apparatus and guidance systems comprising the detectors are also disclosed.

Abstract: Provided are a method, apparatus, and computer program product for updating stored 3D mesh data from live 3D mesh data. The method may include processing, by a sonar signal processor, first sonar return data and second sonar return data from first and second transducer elements of at least one transducer array to generate live 3D mesh data. The method may include determining a position associated with the live 3D mesh data that corresponds to the position of the watercraft when the first sonar return data and the second sonar return data was received, and may include updating a stored 3D mesh data with at least a portion of the live 3D mesh data based on the position.

Abstract: The present disclosure generally relates to a LPD system having a plurality of detectors for detecting light reflected from the back surface of the screen. The detectors are positioned to detect light from one or more portions of the screen that are not directly in front of the detector.

Abstract: A system for generating a local autonomous response to a condition of an electric grid by electric vehicle charging stations, comprising: a first electricity meter for reading current, frequency, or voltage from a first electricity supply line to one electric vehicle charging station; a second electricity meter for reading current, frequency, or voltage from a second electricity supply line to all of the electric vehicle charging stations; a third electricity meter for reading current, frequency, or voltage from a third electricity line from one or more renewable generators; and an electric vehicle charging controller operatively coupled to the first electricity meter, the second electricity meter, the third electricity meter and the electric vehicle charging stations and operable to obtain readings from the first electricity meter, the second electricity meter and the third electricity meter and to control the electric vehicle charging stations based on the obtained readings.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of producing a liquid dairy concentrate, the method comprising: providing a liquid dairy ingredient having a fat content of at least 35 wt %; concentrating the liquid dairy ingredient by ultrafiltration and/or diafiltration to obtain a concentrated liquid dairy ingredient as the retentate; adding sucrose and/or trisodium citrate to form a modified retentate; blending the modified retentate with one or more further ingredients; and homogenising the blend to form a liquid dairy concentrate, wherein, during the step of blending the modified retentate with said one or more further ingredients, the modified retentate is at a temperature of at least 60° C.

Abstract: A flow path component for a gas powered turbine including a flow path component body having cross sectional profile having a leading edge and a trailing edge, the leading edge being connected to the trailing edge by a first side and being connected to the trailing edge by a second side opposite the first side, a serpentine cooling passage including a plurality of segments, each of the segments being generally radially aligned, wherein a first subset of the segments disposed along one of the first side and the second side of the cross sectional profile, and a second subset of the segments spans the flow path component body from the first side to the second side, and a cavity internal to the flow path component body, wherein the cavity is at least partially shielded from one of the first side and the second side by at least one of the plurality of segments.

Abstract: A method for packaging a plurality of microphones is provided. The method includes: obtaining a first parameter value, a second parameter value, and position information for each of the plurality of microphones and sorting the plurality of microphones by both the first parameter and the second parameter to obtain a sorted list which contains position information of the plurality of microphones. The method further includes packaging the plurality of microphones according to the sorted list.

Abstract: Fuel cell devices and systems are provided. A reaction zone positioned along a portion of the length is configured to be heated to an operating reaction temperature, and has at least one active layer therein comprising an electrolyte separating an anode from an opposing cathode, and fuel and oxidizer gas passages adjacent the respective anode and cathode. At least one cold zone positioned from the first end along another portion of the length is configured to remain below the operating reaction temperature. The anode and cathode each have electrical pathways extending to an exterior surface in the cold zone for electrical connection at the lower temperature. The electrolyte includes at least a portion thereof comprising a ceramic material sintered from a nano-sized powder. In one embodiment, the sintered nano-sized powder provides an uneven surface topography on the electrolyte.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a liquid dairy concentrate for mixing with an aqueous medium to form a beverage, the concentrate comprising casein and at least 5 wt % fat, wherein a ratio of fat to casein is from 3:1 to 18:1.

Abstract: A method for controlling a fan. An ECU estimates the time for an engine to reach a substantially decreased engine load relative to a current engine load. The ECU determines whether the time to reach the substantially decreased engine load is within a threshold. And the ECU controls a fan operating characteristic based on whether the time is within the threshold.