Abstract: A UV-curable and recyclable thermoset shape memory polymer is provided. The polymer includes a vitrimer-based monomer and a photoinitiator. The vitrimer-based monomer includes a first unit rendering a high chain stiffness upon polymerization of the monomer, and a second photopolymerizable unit for photopolymerization of the monomer under a UV irradiation. The polymer has high strength, high stiffness, high recovery stress, high energy storage, reasonable recycling efficiency, and is printable using SLA with high resolution.

Abstract: Methods, apparatus, and systems for securely providing multiple wake-up time options for PCI Express (PCIe) devices. Under one approach, Vendor Define Messages (VDMs) are exchanged between a host application layer in a host and a device application layer in a PCIe endpoint device coupled to the host via a PCIe link to effect changes to the L1.2 Substate exit time of a PCIe device. Under another approach, Vendor-Specific Extended Capability (VSEC) structures are exchanged between a host application layer and a device application layer to effect the changes. The VDMs and VSEC structures may also be used to enable a host to read Tpower_on capability information defining power modes supported by a PCIe device. Additionally, VSEC implementations are provided that implement VSEC components in the PCIe device transaction layer or the PCIe device application layer.

Abstract: A lighter than air vehicle with a hull, a laminate for such hull and a method of production of such laminate A lighter-than-air vehicle comprising a hull of a laminate material with a reinforcing fibre layer, for example Zylon®, and a first, and optionally second, Ethylene Vinyl Alcohol film melt-bonded into the fibre layer. A weathering layer protects the fibres against UV degradation.

Abstract: A synergist for a water-base drilling fluid and a preparation method therefor, a water-base drilling fluid and an application thereof, and belongs to the field of drilling fluid technologies. The synergist is prepared from raw materials comprising the following parts by weight: 15˜25 parts of sodium styrene sulfonate, 8˜15 parts of allyl trimethyl ammonium chloride, 2˜8 parts of didodecyldimethylammonium bromide, 1˜5 parts of n-octyl triethoxysilane, 1˜5 parts of propyltriethoxysilane, 1˜5 parts of disodium lauryl sulfosuccinate, 10˜20 parts of nano silica, 8˜15 parts of paraffin, and the like.

Abstract: Devices, systems and methods for optical spectroscopy using a Fourier transform that improve measurement speed, and relax the sampling rate and dynamic range requirements compared to conventional techniques, are described. One exemplary method for optical Fourier transform spectroscopy includes receiving a broadband signal, spectrally partitioning the broadband signal to generate a plurality of spectral channel interferograms, computing a one-dimensional Fourier transform of a function of each of the plurality of spectral channel interferograms to generate each of a plurality of channel spectrums, and reconstructing a spectrum of the broadband signal based on the plurality of channel spectrums. Embodiments of the disclosed technology include a free-space channel dispersed Fourier transform spectrometer and an integrated silicon-on-insulator Fourier transform spectrometer.

Abstract: Systems and methods that provide for transmission of messages among nodes (e.g., acceleration components configurable to accelerate a service) using a time-synchronized transport layer (TSL) protocol are provided. An example method, in a network comprising at least a first node, a second node, and a third node, includes each of the at least the first node, the second node, and the third node synchronizing a respective clock to a common clock. The method further includes each of the at least the first node, the second node, and the third node scheduling data transmission in the network in a manner such that at a particular time in reference to the common clock each of the at least the first node, the second node, and the third node is scheduled to receive data from only one of the first node, the second node, or the third node.

Abstract: A miniature diaphragm-based fiber-optic tip FP pressure sensor, and fabrication method and application thereof. A miniature diaphragm-based fiber-optic tip FP pressure sensor includes an optical fiber, a hollow-core optical fiber, and a pressure sensing diaphragm, wherein the optical fiber and the hollow-core optical fiber have the same diameter, the two are spliced by arc welding; and the pressure sensing diaphragm is bonded to the endface of the hollow-core optical fiber by hydroxide catalysis bonding. The FP pressure sensor can not only realize the all-silica structure of a sensor, but also make the joint of each component free of organic polymer, and has extremely high long-term stability and thermal stability. Meanwhile, by means of a fabrication method of the miniature diaphragm-based fiber-optic tip FP pressure sensor, the application range and service life of the sensor are increased, and fabrication costs are reduced.

Abstract: A data capture and visualization system providing temporal data relationships is disclosed. An example embodiment is configured to: capture and forward data using collection agents; buffer and load the captured data into a data warehouse; transform the data as specified by a temporal algebra query language; enable querying of the transformed data using the temporal algebra query language, the querying including temporal data relationships; and present the results of the queries to a user via a user interface.

Abstract: Chiral polymer microspheres have a porous structure of a concentric multi-shell structure. Each layer of the multi-shell structure is optically and structurally anisotropic. The optical axes of adjacent layers have a sequential slight twist. All layers of the multi-shell structure generate a helix configuration and the chiral polymer microspheres are optically active. A method for preparing the chiral polymer microspheres, includes: forming a homogeneous liquid crystal mixture; dispersing the liquid crystal mixture into a continuous phase to form liquid crystal droplets through an emulsification process; polymerizing the reactive liquid crystal to form intermediate microspheres; and removing the one non-reactive liquid crystal and the chiral additive to form the chiral polymer microspheres. The chiral polymer microspheres have a porous structure and a swelling ability, and can be used as the stationary phase in chiral chromatograph, improving separation efficiency.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the distillation and crystallization of feed water. In particular, the present invention relates to the distillation and crystallization of industrial wastewater or saline or brackish water. The present invention relates to both an apparatus and method for carrying out the distillation. In an aspect of the present invention, there is provided a distillation apparatus comprising: (a) an crystalliser for evaporating a feed water to produce water vapour; (b) adsorption means in vapour communication with the crystalliser for reversibly adsorbing the water vapour from the crystalliser; and (c) desorbing means for desorbing the adsorbed water vapour from the adsorption means, wherein the crystalliser evaporates the feed water under pressure that is substantially lower than atmospheric pressure to form a concentrated solution or slurry comprising crystallised solids.

Abstract: Systems and methods that provide for transmission of messages among nodes (e.g., acceleration components configurable to accelerate a service) using a time-synchronized transport layer (TSL) protocol are provided. An example method, in a network comprising at least a first node, a second node, and a third node, includes each of the at least the first node, the second node, and the third node synchronizing a respective clock to a common clock. The method further includes each of the at least the first node, the second node, and the third node scheduling data transmission in the network in a manner such that at a particular time in reference to the common clock each of the at least the first node, the second node, and the third node is scheduled to receive data from only one of the first node, the second node, or the third node.

Abstract: Systems, methods, and non-transitory computer-readable media can determine that broadcasting of a live content stream has concluded. The concluded live content stream is converted to a post live media content item. The post live media content item corresponding to the concluded live content stream is published through the social networking system. The post live media content item remains accessible through the social networking system for a pre-determined period of time.

Abstract: A device connected by a link to a host system can include a first port to receive a capability configuration message across a link and a message request receiving logic comprising hardware circuitry to identify a capability of the device identified in the capability configuration message, determine that the capability is to be presented or hidden from operation based on a capability hide enable bit in the capability configuration message, and configure a capability linked list to present or hide the capability based on the determination. The device can also include a message response generator logic comprising hardware circuitry to generate a response message indicating that the capability is to be presented or hidden from operation. The device can include a second port to transmit the response message across the link.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to systems, non-transitory computer-readable media, and methods for dynamically transitioning a digital video file between encoding states of video data encodings. For example, upon receiving an uploaded digital video file, the disclosed systems can generate an initial set of video data encodings for the digital video file in an initial state. The disclosed systems further determine a virality score associated with the digital video file. Based on the virality score, the disclosed systems determine the virality score satisfies a threshold for transitioning the digital video file from the initial state to the upgraded state and generate premium encodings for the digital video file. Similarly, based on an updated virality score or a time-based trigger, the disclosed systems can transition the digital video file from the upgraded state (or the initial state) to the maintenance state by purging one or more video data encodings.

Abstract: A kitchen air-conditioning system comprises an air-conditioning assembly (1) and a range hood assembly (2); the air-conditioning assembly (1) comprises a compressor (11), a first heat exchanger (12) and a second heat exchanger (13), the compressor (11) is connected with the first heat exchanger (12) and the second heat exchanger (13) through a plurality of refrigerating medium pipes (14); the range hood assembly (2) comprises a fan (21) with a fan outlet (211), the compressor (11) is attached to the range hood assembly (2), and the first heat exchanger (12) is disposed inside the air exhaust passage. So the entire structure of the system is more compact, and easier for installation without separate installation of an air-conditioner outdoor unit, and flue gas discharged into the air exhaust passage can take away the heat of the first heat exchanger or heat the first heat exchanger, thereby improving the energy efficiency of the air-conditioner.

Abstract: A kitchen air-conditioning system comprises an air-conditioning assembly (1) and a range hood assembly (2); the air-conditioning assembly (1) comprises a compressor (11), a first heat exchanger (12) and a second heat exchanger (13) which are connected with each other through a plurality of refrigerating medium pipes (14); the range hood assembly (2) comprises a housing (21) and a fan (22), a rear air exhaust passage (3) is disposed outside of the housing (21); a third heat exchanger (4) and the fan (22) are disposed in the rear air exhaust passage (3); the third heat exchanger (4) communicates with the second heat exchanger (13) through a secondary refrigerant pipe (5). As the third heat exchanger (4) in the rear air exhaust passage (3) in communicates with the second heat exchanger (13) through the secondary refrigerant pipe (5), heat generated by the operation of the air-conditioning assembly (1) can be quickly exhausted to the outside through the fan (22).

Abstract: A kitchen air-conditioning system comprises a air-conditioning assembly (1) and a range hood assembly (2); the air-conditioning assembly (1) comprising a compressor (11), a first heat exchanger (12) and a second heat exchanger (13) which are connected with each other through a plurality of refrigerating medium pipes (14); and the air-conditioning assembly (1) has a fresh air inlet (16) and a fresh air outlet (17), the fresh air coming from the fresh air inlet (16) is divided into two paths; the fresh air entering the first heat exchanger (12) flows into the kitchen through the fresh air outlet (17), and the fresh air entering the air intake area (21) cools the third heat exchanger (3) in the range hood assembly (2) and is then exhausted to the outside through the range hood, which is helpful to reduce the intake-air temperature of the second heat exchanger (13), thereby improving the energy efficiency of the air conditioner.

Abstract: A kitchen air-conditioning system comprises an air-conditioning assembly (1) and a range hood assembly (2). The air-conditioning assembly (1) comprises a compressor (11), an evaporator (12) and a condenser (13) which are connected with each other through a plurality of refrigerating medium pipes (14); the condenser (13) and the range hood assembly (2) are connected through a secondary refrigerant pipe (3), a heat dissipation unit (4) in communication with the secondary refrigerant pipe (3) is disposed on the range hood assembly (2). The secondary refrigerant pipe (3) on the condenser has a secondary refrigerant inlet and a secondary refrigerant outlet, and the secondary refrigerant in the secondary refrigerant pipe (3) can exchange heat with the refrigerating medium in the condenser (13), and the heat dissipation units (4) connected to the secondary refrigerant pipe (3) can quickly take away heat generated by the condenser.

Abstract: Chiral polymer microspheres have a porous structure of a concentric multi-shell structure. Each layer of the multi-shell structure is optically and structurally anisotropic. The optical axes of adjacent layers have a sequential slight twist. All layers of the multi-shell structure generate a helix configuration and the chiral polymer microspheres are optically active. A method for preparing the chiral polymer microspheres, includes: forming a homogeneous liquid crystal mixture; dispersing the liquid crystal mixture into a continuous phase to form liquid crystal droplets through an emulsification process; polymerizing the reactive liquid crystal to form intermediate microspheres; and removing the one non-reactive liquid crystal and the chiral additive to form the chiral polymer microspheres. The chiral polymer microspheres have a porous structure and a swelling ability, and can be used as the stationary phase in chiral chromatograph, improving separation efficiency.

Abstract: A central air-conditioning system, comprises a plurality of air-conditioning assemblies (1) and a plurality of range hood assemblies (2); each air-conditioning assembly (1) comprises a compressor (11), a first heat exchanger (12) and a second heat exchanger (13) which are connected with each other through refrigerating medium pipes (14); all the range hood assemblies (2) are in communication with the public flue (6); a third heat exchanger (3) and the second heat exchanger (13) is connected through a secondary refrigerant channel (4); each end of each secondary refrigerant channel (4) respectively exchanges heat with the second heat exchanger (13) and the third heat exchanger (3).