Abstract: A container-based parallel computing system for executing high-performance computing (HPC) applications. The system leverages container technology to package the applications executed at the nodes in a cluster. To load and execute a job in the parallel computing system, containers are deployed in a cluster that include all the application resources and configuration information that the particular HPC application needs to execute. An event-driven batch scheduler may be used to dynamically allocate resources for executing multi-node jobs in the container-based parallel computing system, handling the coordination of resource allocation for the customer. The scheduler insures that jobs begin executing as fast as possible, and handles failure conditions such as partial scaling.

Abstract: A cleaning device for cleaning a dispensing nozzle assembly of a beverage dispenser is disclosed. The dispensing nozzle assembly may include a macro-ingredient/diluent outlet and a number of micro-ingredient outlets surrounding the macro-ingredient/diluent outlet. The cleaning device may include a handle, a head end rotatably attached to the handle, a guidance protrusion extending from the head end, a first set of bristles extending from the head end and surrounding the guidance protrusion, and a second set of bristles extending from the head end adjacent to the first set of bristles.

Abstract: A cleaning device for cleaning a dispensing nozzle assembly of a beverage dispenser is disclosed. The dispensing nozzle assembly may include a macro-ingredient/diluent outlet and a number of micro-ingredient outlets surrounding the macro-ingredient/diluent outlet. The cleaning device may include a handle, a head end rotatably attached to the handle, a guidance protrusion extending from the head end, a first set of bristles extending from the head end and surrounding the guidance protrusion, and a second set of bristles extending from the head end adjacent to the first set of bristles.

Abstract: Devices, systems and methods for magnetically separating paramagnetic beads for biomolecule isolation and processing are disclosed.

Abstract: Provided herein is a biological detection system and method of use wherein the biological detection system comprises at least one mixer or liquid bridge for combining at least two liquid droplets and an error correction system for detecting whether or not proper mixing or combining of the two component droplets have occurred.

Abstract: Devices, systems and methods for making and handling liquid samples are disclosed.

Abstract: Complete nucleic acid library preparation devices are provided. Aspects of the devices include: a thermal chip module comprising multiple CLC reaction wells; one or more plate locations; a robotically controlled liquid handler configured to transfer liquid between the one or more plate locations and the thermal chip module; and a bulk reagent dispenser configured to access each CLC reaction well of the thermal chip module.

Abstract: Devices, systems and methods for magnetically separating paramagnetic beads for biomolecule isolation and processing are disclosed.

Abstract: Devices, systems and methods for making and handling liquid samples are disclosed.

Abstract: Devices, systems and methods for making and handling liquid samples are disclosed.

Abstract: Aspects of the present disclosure include methods of moving a target fluid in a triphasic fluid arrangement from a vessel into a tube and systems and devices for practicing the same.

Abstract: Devices, systems and methods for making and handling liquid samples are disclosed.

Abstract: Complete nucleic acid library preparation devices are provided. Aspects of the devices include: a thermal chip module comprising multiple CLC reaction wells; one or more plate locations; a robotically controlled liquid handler configured to transfer liquid between the one or more plate locations and the thermal chip module; and a bulk reagent dispenser configured to access each CLC reaction well of the thermal chip module.

Abstract: Provided herein is a biological detection system and method of use wherein the biological detection system comprises at least one mixer or liquid bridge for combining at least two liquid droplets and an error correction system for detecting whether or not proper mixing or combining of the two component droplets have occurred.

Abstract: A filter used to reduce the emission of silica particles used in hydraulic fracturing. The silica reduction cover is a custom fit filter installed onto vent hatches of proppant storage trailers. Proppant storage trailers, or “frac sanders,” have a series of vent hatches that release air and fine particles into the atmosphere during material transfer operations. The silica reduction cover is comprised of filter material and permits the controlled release of high pressure air at each vent hatch while reducing sand particle loss. The silica reduction cover maintains proppant sand product in the trailer for production use while significantly reducing the emission of airborne sand particles in the immediate work and adjoining site areas. The silica reduction cover incorporates a viewing window so that workers may monitor proppant levels in the storage trailer while the silica reduction cover is installed.

Abstract: Devices, systems and methods for magnetically separating paramagnetic beads for biomolecule isolation and processing are disclosed.

Abstract: A single-use cartridge, wherein the cartridge defines a plurality of blind bores, each blind bore defining one opening at least one of the plurality of blind bores containing two mutually immiscible liquids, both of which are immiscible with water, one of the two mutually immiscible liquids having a specific gravity greater than water and the other of the two mutually immiscible liquids having a specific gravity less than water.

Abstract: Devices, systems and methods for making and handling liquid samples are disclosed.

Abstract: Aspects of the present disclosure include methods of moving a target fluid in a triphasic fluid arrangement from a vessel into a tube and systems and devices for practicing the same.

Abstract: Systems, methods, and articles of manufacture are disclosed for providing, investigative services associated with locations for deploying infrastructure, environmental studies, audits, etc. Disclosed embodiments may be used to provide site acquisition services to telecommunication carriers, including accurate information regarding potential locations for new towers or antennas. Other project applications include interim funding, permitting, underwriting, or general project managed activities. Consistent with disclosed embodiments, a site acquisition vendor may receive a request from a client to investigate potential locations for new antennas or other equipment.