Abstract: The present invention provides a system, method and apparatus for providing an irrigation scheduling module including a graphical user interface for providing irrigation scheduling data for a given field location. According to a preferred embodiment, the irrigation scheduling module is configured to calculate and display an irrigation recommendation for a given set of forecast data. According to a further preferred embodiment, the irrigation recommendation includes a representative shape in the form of a circle which changes from a full circle to a crescent-shaped percentage of the full circle based on the field moisture status.

Abstract: A coating composition for application to a substrate utilizing a high transfer efficiency applicator. The coating composition includes a carrier and a binder comprising an elastomeric resin in an amount of at least 50 weight %, wherein the elastomeric resin has an Elongation to Break of at least 500% according to DIN 53 504. The coating composition has an Ohnesorge number (Oh) of from about 0.01 to about 12.6. The coating composition has a Reynolds number (Re) of from about 0.02 to about 6,200. The coating composition has a Deborah number (De) of from greater than 0 to about 1730.

Abstract: A method for disposing of a device including an alkali metal is described. In one embodiment, the method includes placing the device in a container configured to permit a controlled exposure of the alkali metal to a reactant for the alkali metal or a solubilizer of the alkali metal, and allowing the alkali metal to react with the reactant or to dissolve in the solubilizer to render the alkali metal substantially non-reactive. Containers for use in the method and kits including the alkali metal device and the disposal container are also described.

Abstract: Techniques are described for managing master keys for token requestors to use in generating cryptograms such as TAVVs. A processor computer generates a first master key for a token requestor, the first master key being generated based on (a) a second master key managed by the processor computer and (b) an identifier of the token requestor. The processor computer transmits, to a token requestor computer corresponding to the token requestor, the first master key. The processor computer receives, from the token requestor computer, a request for a token. Responsive to receiving the request for the token, the processor computer transmits the token to the token requestor computer; and receives, from the token requestor computer, an authorization request message comprising the token and a cryptogram generated by the token requestor computer using the first master key and the token.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a surface cleaning apparatus that includes a steam delivery system for steam mopping a floor surface after sweeping dry dirt, dust, hair, and other debris from the floor surface. The surface cleaning apparatus can be configured to perform multiple cleaning functions, including dry sweeping and steam mopping. The surface cleaning apparatus can be convertible between different modes of operation, including at least an upright mode and a handheld mode.

Abstract: Animal litter comprising composite particles including powdered sodium bentonite and powdered activated carbon, agglomerated together into the composite particles, wherein the animal litter has a particle size distribution of 16/50 mesh (i.e., 300 ?m to 1180 ?m in size). The litter may include non-composite, granular clay particles (e.g., granular sodium bentonite) having the same particle size distribution (16/50 mesh). Such particle size characteristics significantly reduce dusting, without the need for a de-dusting agent, reduce clump depth and/or reduce clump width at the bottom of the clump (both acting to reduce risk of clumps sticking to the bottom of the litter box) and result in more efficient use of the litter in clumping (reduced clump weight) by increasing absorbency.

Abstract: Disclosed are embodiments of an integrated circuit structure (e.g., a processing chip), which includes an array of integrated pixel and memory cells configured for deep in-sensor, in-memory computing (e.g., of neural networks). Each cell incorporates a memory structure (e.g., DRAM structure or a ROM structure) with a storage node, which stores a first data value (e.g., a binary weight value), and a sensor connected to a sense node, which outputs a second data value (e.g., an analog input value). Each cell is selectively operable in a functional computing mode during which the voltage level on a bit line is adjusted as a function of both the first data value and the second data value. Each cell is further selectively operable in a storage node read mode. Furthermore, depending upon the type of memory structure (e.g., a DRAM structure), each cell is selectively operable in a storage node write mode.

Abstract: An optical sensor device includes a multilayer hollow waveguide device having a hollow waveguide tube layer, an intermediate layer provided inside the hollow waveguide tube layer, and a metal oxide coating layer inside the intermediate layer.

Abstract: An attachment tool for attaching a tie tube to a wire includes a body and a first engagement portion extending away from the body. The first engagement portion releasably engages a first end of the tie tube for attachment of the first end of the tie tube to the wire. A second engagement portion extends away from the body and releasably engages a second end of the tie tube for attachment of the second end of the tie tube to the wire after attachment of the first end of the tie tube to the wire. A coupling structure is connected to the body, the coupling structure coupling to a hot stick.

Abstract: A charged particle beam source that may include an emitter that has a tip for emitting charged particles; a socket; electrodes; a filament that is connected to the electrodes and to the emitter; electrodes for providing electrical signals to the filament; a support element that is connected to the emitter; and a support structure that comprises one or more interfaces for contacting only a part of the support element while supporting the support element.

Abstract: An example augmented reality system includes: obtaining information about an instance of a device; recognizing the instance of the device based on the information; selecting a digital twin for the instance of the device, with the digital twin being unique to the instance of the device; and generating augmented reality content based on the digital twin and an actual graphic of the instance of the device.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides several anchor assemblies for hanging or otherwise securing an object to a wall, particularly those with wallboards including gypsum. The assemblies include a frame and an insert that cooperate to provide a mounting surface. At least one of the frame and insert include one or more prongs for penetrating wallboard. The anchor can be secured to and removed from the wall with relative ease, while causing minimal damage to any punctured wallboard.

Abstract: A system for applying a first and a second coating composition is provided herein. The system includes a first high transfer efficiency applicator defining a first nozzle orifice and a second high transfer efficiency applicator defining a second nozzle orifice. The system further includes a first reservoir a second reservoir. The system further includes a substrate defining a first target area and a second target area. The first high transfer efficiency applicator is configured to receive the first coating composition from the first reservoir and configured to expel the first coating composition through the first nozzle orifice to the first target area of the substrate. The second high transfer efficiency applicator is configured to receive the second coating composition from the second reservoir and configured to expel the second coating composition through the second nozzle orifice to the second target area of the substrate.

Abstract: Various embodiments relate generally to data science and data analysis, computer software and systems, and wired and wireless network communications to provide an interface between repositories of disparate datasets and computing machine-based entities that seek access to the datasets, and, more specifically, to a computing and data storage platform that facilitates consolidation of one or more datasets, whereby a collaborative data layer and associated logic facilitate, for example, efficient access to, and implementation of, collaborative datasets. In some examples, a method may include receiving a dataset having a data format into a dataset ingestion controller configured to form a collaborative dataset, interpreting data of the dataset against data classifications at an inference engine to derive at least an inferred attribute, associating the data with annotative data identifying the inferred attribute, and converting the dataset at a format converter to form an atomized dataset.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods to treat a neurodegenerative disease comprising administering to a subject with a neurodegenerative disease a therapeutically effective amount of a polynucleotide that binds a nucleic acid-binding polypeptide, wherein the nucleic acid-binding polypeptide can aggregate in cells and is associated with a neurodegenerative disease. Also disclosed are methods to inhibit protein aggregation in a cell comprising contacting the cell with a composition comprising a polynucleotide that binds a nucleic acid-binding polypeptide, wherein the nucleic acid-binding polypeptide can aggregate in cells and is associated with a neurodegenerative disease. Additionally disclosed are compositions comprising a polynucleotide that binds a nucleic acid-binding polypeptide, wherein the nucleic acid-binding polypeptide can aggregate in cells and is associated with a neurodegenerative disease.

Abstract: A system that incorporates teachings of the present disclosure may include, for example, a computing device including a memory, a display device and a controller. The controller is programmed to provide to a first server a request for User Interface (UI) device configurations, provide to the first server configuration criteria associated with the request, receive configuration data associated with target UI device configurations from the first server, present a Graphical User Interface (GUI) on the display device based on the configuration data where the GUI displays selections for each of the target UI device configurations, provide a selection from among the selections of the target UI device configurations, and receive provisioning information from the first server that allows for implementing the selection of the target UI device configuration. Other embodiments are disclosed.

Abstract: The presently disclosed subject matter is generally directed to a device for use in exercising and strengthening the body of a user, particularly the user's abdominal and core region. The device comprises a support member that is operably joined to a connector. The support member includes a main body that is planar in design, and a lip that includes one or more elements for providing a releasable pairing to the connector. The support member is positioned between two surfaces (such as a mattress and a box spring) to anchor the device in place. The connector secures a user's legs in position so that sit-ups or other exercises can be performed, e.g., while the user is sitting or lying in bed. The device therefore enables a wide variety of users to perform sit-ups and various other exercises with less effort and less stress on the body compared to prior art devices.

Abstract: An electrode assembly for an electrosurgical instrument includes a housing configured to operably receive a distal end of an electrosurgical instrument shaft, the housing encapsulating an insulative core sandwiched between a pair of return electrodes. The insulative core includes a slot defined about a periphery thereof configured to partially receive an active electrode. The active electrode and the pair of return electrodes are adapted to connect to opposite polarities of an electrosurgical generator. A tensioning mechanism is configured to tension the active electrode about the insulative core during assembly.

Abstract: A system and method which uses pattern recognition in assessing or monitoring a vehicle status and/or an operator's driving behavior. A vehicle, for use by an operator or driver, can be equipped with a data collection and assessment system. The system can comprise one or more data collection devices, e.g., accelerometers, which can be used to capture data and information, or otherwise measure vehicle actions. A pattern recognition module is configured with one or more defined operating patterns, each of which operating patterns reflects either a known change in vehicle status corresponding to, e.g., when a passenger has embarked or disembarked the vehicle, or a known vehicle operating or driving behavior. Information collected as events describing a current vehicle status or a current driving behavior can be compared with the known operating patterns.

Abstract: The present invention discloses cellulosic composites that include mechanical or chemical pulp, and methods for producing such cellulosic composites. Embodiments of such composites may exhibit improved mechanical properties and moisture resistance when compared to composites derived from conventional cellulosic feedstock.