Abstract: This invention relates to insulated wall-sheathing (IWS) panels, a panel assembly comprising such panels, and systems for use in building construction designed to provide moisture permeable panels that protect from bulk water, excess air, and thermal transfer. More specifically, this invention relates such panel used for construction purposes, comprising multiple insulation layers including an open-celled foam layer; a structurally-stable panel; an optional nail-gasketing adhesive layer; and a weather-resistive barrier layer; wherein, optionally, the weather-resistive barrier (WRB) layer exceeds the dimension of the wood-composite panel from at least one of its edges to create an extension flap; and wherein the extension flap of the WRB layer further comprises a removably attached release-liner on its back. This invention allows for a longevity of the wall due to the improvement in permeation characteristics from the presence of the open-celled foam insulation layer.

Abstract: A method for spontaneous emulsification comprising mixing (i) an aqueous phase comprising a partitioning agent which contains a partitioning anion which determines the hydrophilicity of the partitioning agent, alone or in further combination with an electrolyte, with (ii) an oil phase comprising a phase-transfer agent, wherein the phase-transfer agent creates and promotes an interfacial flux of an anion and promotes the formation of droplets at a liquid-liquid interface of the aqueous phase and oil phase; and a method for spontaneous electro-emulsification comprising generating an ionic flux across the liquid-liquid interface by applying an electrical potential.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods, systems, and computer-readable medium to perform operations including: receiving an input dataset that represents partial spatial information of an area of interest; providing the input dataset to a spatial context generator, wherein the spatial context generator comprises a machine learning model trained to generate, based on the partial spatial information, contextual spatial information for the area of interest; and using the spatial context generator to generate, based on the partial spatial information, at least one output dataset associated with the area of interest, where each output dataset comprises simulated contextual spatial information for the area of interest.

Abstract: A method for analyzing a geologic sample includes illuminating the geologic sample with a halogen light beam, and capturing an image of the geologic sample on a camera thereby collecting spectra reflected from a surface of the geologic sample. The method further includes processing the image to identify rock properties of the geologic sample and determine a qualitative descriptor of the rock properties. The method further includes analyzing the qualitative descriptor of the rock properties of the geologic sample to determine subsurface lithography.

Abstract: Systems and methods include a computer-implemented method: Seismic data is gathered for a reservoir with unknown fractured and unfractured areas. A structural model is generated. A geomechanical model is built. Geomechanically-estimated fractured areas are determined using the geomechanical model, including: areas where fractures are not likely to exist based on a likelihood lower than a first threshold likelihood, areas where fractures are likely to exist based on a likelihood greater than a second threshold likelihood, and areas where fracturing is unknown based on a likelihood between the first threshold likelihood and the second threshold likelihood. Machine learning-based estimates of a likelihood of a fracture of each area of the reservoir are determined using machine learning based on mathematical calculations of the seismic data.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to devices used to access the pericardial space of the heart. In particular, the present disclosure describes an apparatus to enable an operator to access the pericardial space of the heart, and deliver cardiac therapies to the pericardial space, under direct visualization through a single, small incision.

Abstract: In order to facilitate automatic roll-forward updates, embodiments include detecting a failure in a software package. In response to the failure, data indicative of a current version of a software package is extracted from a release directory. In response to the application data, a base repository with a version history of the application is cloned. In response to the cloning, a prior set of changes from the base repository in the temporary directory, where the prior set of changes form an old application version of the application, is imported. In response to the import of the prior set of changes, the current version is overwritten with the prior set of changes to generate a new version. The new version is pushed directly to the base repository and a deployment API causes the new version to replace the current version.

Abstract: In order to facilitate automatic roll-forward updates, embodiments include detecting a failure in a software package. In response to the failure, data indicative of a current version of a software package is extracted from a release directory. In response to the application data, a base repository with a version history of the application is cloned. In response to the cloning, a prior set of changes from the base repository in the temporary directory, where the prior set of changes form an old application version of the application, is imported. In response to the import of the prior set of changes, the current version is overwritten with the prior set of changes to generate a new version. The new version is pushed directly to the base repository and a deployment API causes the new version to replace the current version.

Abstract: The present disclosure is a device and method associated with the delivery of medical devices in the pericardial space using a minimally invasive approach with direct visualization. More specifically, the device can be used to deliver permanent pacing, defibrillation and cardiac resynchronization leads, as well as leadless pacemakers for cardiac rhythm management to the epicardial surface of the heart. A subxiphoid procedure is proposed as a minimally invasive alternative to thoracotomy, while the delivery tool incorporates a camera for direct visualization of the procedure. The tool also incorporates a steerable catheter to provide selective control of the placement and orientation of the medical device in the pericardial space.

Abstract: The present disclosure is related to a device for gripping catheters that are used in interventional cardiac procedures without causing internal catheter damage. The present disclosure will allow the operator to maintain improved stability and maneuverability compared with current approaches, including, primarily, digital manipulation, which can lead to fatigue, instability and inappropriate catheter movement. Specifically in the pediatric population where small movements can lead to severe and permanent complications, the present disclosure has the potential to increase the safety profile of already high-risk interventional catheterization and electrophysiology procedures.

Abstract: In order to facilitate automatic roll-forward updates, embodiments include detecting a failure in a software package. In response to the failure, data indicative of a current version of a software package is extracted from a release directory. In response to the application data, a base repository with a version history of the application is cloned. In response to the cloning, a prior set of changes from the base repository in the temporary directory, where the prior set of changes form an old application version of the application, is imported. In response to the import of the prior set of changes, the current version is overwritten with the prior set of changes to generate a new version. The new version is pushed directly to the base repository and a deployment API causes the new version to replace the current version.

Abstract: The invention provides a safety system for use with a refuse collection vehicle having a refuse storage body and a front cabin, the system operating to detect the presence of an object or person in the vicinity of the vehicle and communicate with a lifting operation system. The vehicle has a lifting mechanism for engagement with a refuse bin, the lifting operation system operable to move the lifting mechanism between a lowered position at which the bin is on the ground in front of the vehicle and a raised position for discharge of the bin contents into the interior of the refuse storage body.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to devices used to access the pericardial space of the heart. In particular, the present disclosure describes an apparatus to enable an operator to access the pericardial space of the heart, and deliver cardiac therapies to the pericardial space, under direct visualization through a single, small incision.

Abstract: In order to facilitate automatic roll-forward updates, embodiments include detecting a failure in a software package. In response to the failure, data indicative of a current version of a software package is extracted from a release directory. In response to the application data, a base repository with a version history of the application is cloned. In response to the cloning, a prior set of changes from the base repository in the temporary directory, where the prior set of changes form an old application version of the application, is imported. In response to the import of the prior set of changes, the current version is overwritten with the prior set of changes to generate a new version. The new version is pushed directly to the base repository and a deployment API causes the new version to replace the current version.

Abstract: Methods, systems, and computer-readable media are provided for processing seismic data. The method includes receiving a seismic data set associated with a domain, and calculating a seismic attribute associated with the domain from the seismic data set. The method also includes performing one or more mathematical morphology operations on the seismic attribute to generate a processed attribute associated with the domain.

Abstract: The invention provides a safety system for use with a refuse collection vehicle having a refuse storage body and a front cabin, the system operating to detect the presence of an object or person in the vicinity of the vehicle and communicate with a lifting operation system. The vehicle has a lifting mechanism for engagement with a refuse bin, the lifting operation system operable to move the lifting mechanism between a lowered position at which the bin is on the ground in front of the vehicle and a raised position for discharge of the bin contents into the interior of the refuse storage body.

Abstract: Methods, systems, and computer-readable media are provided for processing seismic data. The method includes receiving a seismic data set associated with a domain, and calculating a seismic attribute associated with the domain from the seismic data set. The method also includes performing one or more mathematical morphology operations on the seismic attribute to generate a processed attribute associated with the domain.

Abstract: A method can include providing seismic data for a subsurface region that includes a reflector; processing at least a portion of the seismic data to generate at least one path that extends orthogonally to the reflector; and outputting output data representing the at least one path. Various other apparatuses, systems, methods, etc., are also disclosed.

Abstract: Methods, systems, and computer-readable media for processing seismic data. The method includes receiving seismic traces representing a three-dimensional physical domain, and determining a partition of a similarity matrix based on a subset of the seismic traces. The method also includes determining a transition matrix based on the partition. The method also includes determining one or more eigenvectors and one or more eigenvalues, based on the transition matrix. The method includes calculating one or more approximated eigenvectors for the similarity matrix, based on the partition, the one or more eigenvectors of the transition matrix, and the one or more eigenvalues of the transition matrix. The method includes assigning visual indicator values to the respective seismic traces based on the one or more approximated eigenvectors, and causing a visualization of the three-dimensional physical domain to be displayed in a two-dimensional view, based on the one or more visual indicator values.

Abstract: A toy vehicle includes a rear wheel assembly, front wheel assembly, a driving mechanism and a frame. Each wheel assembly may include two wheels while the driving mechanism may be disposed within the toy vehicle and may include a flywheel motor operably coupled to the rear wheel assembly. The flywheel motor may provide for various types of play, including allowing the toy vehicle to balance on a part of the frame, drive on four wheels, or drive on its side, such that only the wheels disposed on one side of the toy vehicle are contacting the ground. The toy vehicle may drive in different pathways when driving on its side depending upon whether it is driving on its first or second side, as each side may include projections of different shapes extending from the wheels.