Abstract: Embodiments of a combustor assembly for a turbine engine are generally provided. The combustor assembly includes a first separable portion defining a dome assembly, and a second separable portion defining a deflector assembly. The first separable portion and the second separable portion are coupled together at a fitted interface.

Abstract: Methods, systems, and apparatus, including computer programs encoded on computer-storage media, for integration of containers with external elements. In some implementations, a server environment is provided using one or more containers. The one or more containers include a first container that is an instance of a software image for an application or service. The first container is run such that the first container performs various operations. For example, access to one or more external elements that reside outside of the software image is initiated. Based on the one or more external elements, a configuration of the first container is changed from what is provided by the software image.

Abstract: Systems and methods for identifying and using hybrid/capture probes are provided. cDNA sequences from poly-adenylated mRNA are obtained. Each cDNA sequence in a first subset maps to a gene in a plurality of genes. Each cDNA sequence in a second subset maps to a reference genome portion not represented by the plurality of genes. Each gene has a corresponding plurality of transcripts. The cDNA sequences are exposed to at least 2×103 nucleic acid baits between K1 and K2 residues long, forming nucleic acid bait—sequence read complexes. Each nucleic acid bait that hybridizes to a cDNA sequence mapping to a gene selectively hybridizes to a first subset or another subset of transcripts corresponding to the gene. Each transcript of each gene is hybridizable to a nucleic acid bait in the at least 2×103 nucleic acid baits. The nucleic acid bait—sequence read complexes are captured and analyzed.

Abstract: A system and device for a removably attachable golf cart cooler. Embodiments of the golf cart cooler provide for a soft-shell cooler that is removably attachable to the front of a motorized golf cart, the cooler comprising a continuous retention strap positioned across the exterior of the cooler. The continuous retention strap may comprise fasteners for attaching the golf cart cooler to a golf cart. While attached, the continuous strap can help to distribute weight across the entire length of the continuous strap, alleviating tension on the fasteners. Additionally, the continuous strap can act as a retention member, aiding in maintaining the shape and rigidity of the cooler and preventing contents from falling out.

Abstract: Provided is a method of transportation information exchange that includes receiving first data from a first aviation data source, such that the first data is provided in a first data format type and determining, based on a set of routing rules, a first aviation consumer of at least a first portion of the first data. The method further includes processing the first portion of the first data into a second data format type associated with the first aviation consumer and providing the first portion of the first data in the second data format type to the first aviation consumer.

Abstract: The present invention provides an article for moisturizing skin comprising a fibrous substrate including cotton and polyester, impregnated and thermally cured with a mixture of beeswax and mineral oil. A method for manufacturing the article comprising the steps of providing an article including cotton and polyester; heating a quantity of beeswax with a quantity of mineral oil over heat to form a mixture; saturating the article with the mixture until either one or both of visual clues or auditory cues are provided to signal uniform impregnation; drying the article; applying alcohol to the article to remove a portion of the mineral oil from the article; applying detergent to the article to remove the alcohol and the residual mineral oil from the article; absorbing the residual beeswax on the article by a cloth sleeve; and thermal curing the remaining mixture on the article.

Abstract: Methods, systems, and apparatus, including computer programs encoded on computer-storage media, for conversion and restoration of computer environments to container-based implementations. In some implementations, an archive of configuration data for a server system is obtained, where the server system includes at least one application. A set of multiple software images is generated, where the multiple software images are generated such that they divide the functionality of at least one application among the respective containers. In generating the set of multiple software images, settings of the at least one application are identified based on the configuration data in the archive, a subset of the settings is selected for each of the software images, and the selected subsets of settings are converted into converted subsets of settings for the respective software images.

Abstract: Systems and methods for controlling a vehicle system using a wearable device is disclosed. The method includes, while a wrist-wearable device is communicatively coupled with a vehicle system, detecting, via a wrist-wearable device worn by a user, a hand gesture performed by the user. In accordance with a determination that the hand gesture is associated with a vehicle-control action, the method further includes identifying a device of the vehicle system associated with the vehicle-control action, and providing instructions to the vehicle system to cause performance of the vehicle-control action at the device of the vehicle system. The hand gesture is an in-air hand gesture or a surface-contact gesture.

Abstract: Provided herein are systems and methods for processing biomolecules (e.g., nucleic acid molecules, proteins) from a sample. A method for processing biomolecules may comprise hybridizing a probe molecule to a target region of a nucleic acid molecule (e.g., a ribonucleic acid (RNA) molecule) and barcoding the probe-nucleic acid molecule complex or derivatives thereof. Such a method can comprise performing a nucleic acid reaction, e.g., extension, denaturation, and amplification. A method for processing a sample may comprise hybridizing probes to (i) target regions of a nucleic acid molecule (e.g., RNA molecule) and (ii) a reporter oligonucleotide of a feature binding group, and barcoding the probe-associated molecules. One or more processes of the methods described herein may be performed within a partition, such as a droplet or well.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a robotically controlled satellite refueling tool and associated robotically controlled support and site preparation tools which facilitates on-orbit refueling by teleoperation of fill/drain valves of various designs and dimensions on satellites not originally prepared for on-orbit servicing, through the installation of quick connect safety valves, using vision-based feedback as well as feedback from sensors embedded in the refueling tool to operate a suite of adaptable and adjustable mechanisms. The refueling tool has an open architecture to allow a refueling tool vision system to see the fill/drain valve and the section of the refueling tool that is engaged with the fill/drain valve. The support tools include a blanket cutter tool, a blanket handler tool, a wire cutter tool, a gripper tool, and the site preparation tools include a B-nut removal tool and a crush seal removal tool.

Abstract: An asset controller 1 is configured to selectively operate each of a plurality of fast-and slow-response assets 8, 9 in response to demand therefore, such that the slow-response asset 9 can be supported by a fast-response asset 8 at the start of a time-shift operation, to deliver the required response immediately and during the slow-response asset's 9 response time.

Abstract: This invention discloses two novel antenna assemblies that protect a radio antenna from the elements and permit effective stealthy use with very high performance, and corresponding manufacturing methods. It also discloses a novel assembly for reducing or eliminating radio-frequency interference among electronic equipment such as may be attached to an antenna system, and corresponding manufacturing methods, and systems and methods for model-based radiotelecommunications comprising computing control and command data from one or more multivariate models to operatively control the transmission or reception performance of radioelectronics and antenna systems by computing over the model data to achieve the best performance according to one or more transmission characteristics or user goals.

Abstract: An insulation pad includes a binderless pack of glass fibers and an envelope around the binderless pack of glass fibers. The glass fibers are mechanically entangled by needling such that the binderless pack has a density of from 4.5 to 5.5 pounds per cubic foot. The insulation pad is used to insulate pipes and vessels.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a robotically controlled satellite refueling tool and associated robotically controlled support and site preparation tools which facilitates on-orbit refueling by teleoperation of fill/drain valves of various designs and dimensions on satellites not originally prepared for on-orbit servicing, through the installation of quick connect safety valves, using vision-based feedback as well as feedback from sensors embedded in the refueling tool to operate a suite of adaptable and adjustable mechanisms. The refueling tool has an open architecture to allow a refueling tool vision system to see the fill/drain valve and the section of the refueling tool that is engaged with the fill/drain valve. The support tools include a blanket cutter tool, a blanket handler tool, a wire cutter tool, a gripper tool, and the site preparation tools include a B-nut removal tool and a crush seal removal tool.

Abstract: A winding mechanism for a machine for cutting and rolling a strip includes: first and second spaced apart vertical walls; a member fixed to and spanning the first and second vertical walls to form a frame; a spindle rotatably mounted in the first vertical wall; a cylindrical body rotatably mounted in the second vertical wall and coupled to the spindle; a hub slidably and rotatably mounted on the spindle with first and second pins that are slidable relative to the cylindrical body; a rotary drive unit mounted to the first vertical wall and coupled to the spindle; a linear actuator; and a carriage mounted on the linear actuator for linear movement and slidably mounted on the spindle, the carriage engaging the hub and permitting rotation of the hub. The carriage moves along the linear actuator between a retracted position, wherein the first and second pins are retracted into the cylindrical body, and an extended position, in which ends of the first and second pins extend beyond the cylindrical body.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a vaccine comprising at least one peptide antigen conjugate having the formula selected from PEG-[E1]-A-[E2]-[U]—H and H—[U]-[E1]-A-[E2]-PEG, wherein E1 is an N terminal extension, E2 is a C terminal extension, A is peptide antigen, H is hydrobhobic block, wherein one or more drug molecules (D) are optionally attached to each H directly or via a suitable linker X1; U is a linker, [ ] denotes the group is optional and - denotes that the two adjacent groups are directly attached to one another by a covalent bond or indirectly to one another via a suitable linker X. The vaccine is useful in treating or preventing a cancer, an autoimmune disease, an allergy, or an infectious disease.

Abstract: Disclosed is a multi-use dismountable roof rack which is convertible into a free-standing structure and may be easily mounted to and removed from the roof of a vehicle.

Abstract: An error estimation component may generate contours or a heat map of a likelihood that an object detection or prediction generated by a perception component of an autonomous vehicle is inaccurate. The contours or heat map may be used to lock or unlock actions available to a planning component and the planning component may use the contours or heat for determining a trajectory for controlling the autonomous vehicle. The planning component may additionally or alternatively alter operation of a sensor or determine a trajectory to unlock a target action that is currently locked due to a size/extent of uncertainty indicated by a contour/heat map.

Abstract: Provided herein are systems and methods for processing biomolecules (e.g., nucleic acid molecules, proteins) from a sample. A method for processing biomolecules may comprise hybridizing a probe molecule to a target region of a nucleic acid molecule (e.g., a ribonucleic acid (RNA) molecule) and barcoding the probe-nucleic acid molecule complex or derivatives thereof. Such a method can comprise performing a nucleic acid reaction, e.g., extension, denaturation, and amplification. A method for processing a sample may comprise hybridizing probes to (i) target regions of a nucleic acid molecule (e.g., RNA molecule) and (ii) a reporter oligonucleotide of a feature binding group, and barcoding the probe-associated molecules. One or more processes of the methods described herein may be performed within a partition, such as a droplet or well.

Abstract: A system and device for a removably attachable golf cart cooler. Embodiments of the golf cart cooler provide for a soft-shell cooler that is removably attachable to the front of a motorized golf cart, the cooler comprising a continuous retention strap positioned across the exterior of the cooler. The continuous retention strap may comprise fasteners for attaching the golf cart cooler to a golf cart. While attached, the continuous strap can help to distribute weight across the entire length of the continuous strap, alleviating tension on the fasteners. Additionally, the continuous strap can act as a retention member, aiding in maintaining the shape and rigidity of the cooler and preventing contents from falling out.