Abstract: Computer implemented systems and methods of processing clinical documentation for a multi-axial coding scheme include inputting clinical documentation from memory operatively coupled with a computer system, and executing a natural language processor configured to process narrative text in the clinical documentation. The processor segments the narrative text based on boundaries defined in the clinical documentation, sequences words in the narrative text based on the segmentation, and maps the sequenced words to semantic objects in an ontology database. The ontology defines classes of semantic objects and relationships between them, corresponding to the multi-axial coding scheme. The semantic objects are converted into characters and output into slots in a medical code, with the characters positioned in the slots based on the multi-axial coding scheme.

Abstract: Computer implemented systems and methods of processing clinical documentation for a multi-axial coding scheme include inputting clinical documentation from memory operatively coupled with a computer system, and executing a natural language processor configured to process narrative text in the clinical documentation. The processor segments the narrative text based on boundaries defined in the clinical documentation, sequences words in the narrative text based on the segmentation, and maps the sequenced words to semantic objects in an ontology database. The ontology defines classes of semantic objects and relationships between them, corresponding to the multi-axial coding scheme. The semantic objects are converted into characters and output into slots in a medical code, with the characters positioned in the slots based on the multi-axial coding scheme.

Abstract: Computer implemented systems and methods of processing clinical documentation for a multi-axial coding scheme include inputting clinical documentation from memory operatively coupled with a computer system, and executing a natural language processor configured to process narrative text in the clinical documentation. The processor segments the narrative text based on boundaries defined in the clinical documentation, sequences words in the narrative text based on the segmentation, and maps the sequenced words to semantic objects in an ontology database. The ontology defines classes of semantic objects and relationships between them, corresponding to the multi-axial coding scheme. The semantic objects are converted into characters and output into slots in a medical code, with the characters positioned in the slots based on the multi-axial coding scheme.

Abstract: Computer implemented systems and methods of processing clinical documentation for a multi-axial coding scheme include inputting clinical documentation from memory operatively coupled with a computer system, and executing a natural language processor configured to process narrative text in the clinical documentation. The processor segments the narrative text based on boundaries defined in the clinical documentation, sequences words in the narrative text based on the segmentation, and maps the sequenced words to semantic objects in an ontology database. The ontology defines classes of semantic objects and relationships between them, corresponding to the multi-axial coding scheme. The semantic objects are converted into characters and output into slots in a medical code, with the characters positioned in the slots based on the multi-axial coding scheme.

Abstract: A rotor assembly includes plural blades and damping inserts. The blades include a carrier shroud and a lid shroud extending from an airfoil of the respective blade in generally opposite directions. The carrier shrouds define pockets at distal ends thereof. The damping inserts are disposed in the pockets of the carrier shrouds of the blades and free-floating within the pockets. The damping inserts are configured to dampen vibrations of the blades during rotation of the blades and the rotor disk via engaging an interior surface within the corresponding pocket of the carrier shroud and engaging a distal end of the lid shroud of the neighboring blade. A contact force applied by each damping insert on the distal end of the lid shroud of the neighboring blade is based on a rotational speed of the blades and the rotor disk.

Abstract: Computer implemented systems and methods of processing clinical documentation for a multi-axial coding scheme include inputting clinical documentation from memory operatively coupled with a computer system, and executing a natural language processor configured to process narrative text in the clinical documentation. The processor segments the narrative text based on boundaries defined in the clinical documentation, sequences words in the narrative text based on the segmentation, and maps the sequenced words to semantic objects in an ontology database. The ontology defines classes of semantic objects and relationships between them, corresponding to the multi-axial coding scheme. The semantic objects are converted into characters and output into slots in a medical code, with the characters positioned in the slots based on the multi-axial coding scheme.

Abstract: Computer implemented systems and methods of processing clinical documentation for a multi-axial coding scheme include inputting clinical documentation from memory operatively coupled with a computer system, and executing a natural language processor configured to process narrative text in the clinical documentation. The processor segments the narrative text based on boundaries defined in the clinical documentation, sequences words in the narrative text based on the segmentation, and maps the sequenced words to semantic objects in an ontology database. The ontology defines classes of semantic objects and relationships between them, corresponding to the multi-axial coding scheme. The semantic objects are converted into characters and output into slots in a medical code, with the characters positioned in the slots based on the multi-axial coding scheme.

Abstract: Computer implemented systems and methods of processing clinical documentation for a multi-axial coding scheme include inputting clinical documentation from memory operatively coupled with a computer system, and executing a natural language processor configured to process narrative text in the clinical documentation. The processor segments the narrative text based on boundaries defined in the clinical documentation, sequences words in the narrative text based on the segmentation, and maps the sequenced words to semantic objects in an ontology database. The ontology defines classes of semantic objects and relationships between them, corresponding to the multi-axial coding scheme. The semantic objects are converted into characters and output into slots in a medical code, with the characters positioned in the slots based on the multi-axial coding scheme.

Abstract: A rotor assembly includes plural blades and damping inserts. The blades include a carrier shroud and a lid shroud extending from an airfoil of the respective blade in generally opposite directions. The carrier shrouds define pockets at distal ends thereof. The damping inserts are disposed in the pockets of the carrier shrouds of the blades and free-floating within the pockets. The damping inserts are configured to dampen vibrations of the blades during rotation of the blades and the rotor disk via engaging an interior surface within the corresponding pocket of the carrier shroud and engaging a distal end of the lid shroud of the neighboring blade. A contact force applied by each damping insert on the distal end of the lid shroud of the neighboring blade is based on a rotational speed of the blades and the rotor disk.

Abstract: Computer implemented systems and methods of processing clinical documentation for a multi-axial coding scheme include inputting clinical documentation from memory operatively coupled with a computer system, and executing a natural language processor configured to process narrative text in the clinical documentation. The processor segments the narrative text based on boundaries defined in the clinical documentation, sequences words in the narrative text based on the segmentation, and maps the sequenced words to semantic objects in an ontology database. The ontology defines classes of semantic objects and relationships between them, corresponding to the multi-axial coding scheme. The semantic objects are converted into characters and output into slots in a medical code, with the characters positioned in the slots based on the multi-axial coding scheme.

Abstract: A turbomachine with a row of blades in which the blades are structured such that the blades can untwist at higher rotational speeds in order to provide optimal aerodynamics at different rotational speeds. Each blade is formed with a thin slot between the pressure side wall and the suction side wall so that stresses from centrifugal forces occurring during high rotations will not pass from adjacent walls and allow for the blade to untwist more than a solid blade. Each blade is formed from a fiber laminated composite material with the fibers oriented at different directions to form different stiffness in each direction so that a desired untwist can occur based upon a given blade mass and rotational speed. A thin sheet of a slippery material can be placed within the thin slot and between the adjacent airfoil walls to allow slippage between the adjacent walls and to promote damping for the blade.

Abstract: A locking spacer assembly for filling a void between adjacent components in a turbine engine. In at least one embodiment, the locking spacer assembly may be configured to be inserted between adjacent turbine blades in a disc groove in a turbine blade stage assembly. The locking spacer assembly may be formed from fore and aft end supports and a locking device having fore and aft angled surfaces for urging the fore and aft end supports into lateral recesses in the disc groove. The locking spacer assembly may also include a mid spacer positioned between the fore and aft end supports. A retainer may be attached to the locking device to draw the fore and aft angled surfaces of the locking device into contact with the fore and aft support surfaces and urge the first and second end supports into lateral recesses in the disc groove.

Abstract: A replaceable leading edge insert for an: integrally bladed rotor disk in which the insert includes an enlarged base portion that can be inserted into a dovetail shaped slot formed in the rotor disk to secure the insert to the rotor disk against centrifugal loads during the operation of the blade. The blade on the rotor disk is formed without a leading edge and the leading edge insert includes an aft edge of similar shape to the fore edge n the blade such that the insert can be bonded or fastened to the blade along the entire length of the insert from the blade root to the tip. The rotor disk and the insert include a an annular groove formed on the front side in which a retaining ring is inserted to lock the inserts to the rotor disk. The inserts can be made of a different material from the rotor disk and can be formed with a sweep to form a more :aerodynamic and efficient blade.

Abstract: The airfoil of fan/compressor and turbine rotors is constructed to include a leading edge that is detachable. The leading edge includes an airfoil section and an attachment that is adapted to fit into a complementary groove formed in the rotor disk. The detachable leading edge is efficacious in integrated bladed rotor (IBR or BLISK) designs because damage to the leading edge can be fixed by either removing the leading edge and repairing it or replacing it without having to disturb the remaining portion of the IBR.

Abstract: An improvement for a turbomachinery blade having an airfoil portion, a neck portion, and a root portion, the neck portion extending from the root portion, and the airfoil portion extending from the neck portion, and the root portion being tear-drop shaped, includes a jacket attached to the root portion and extending along a portion of the neck portion. Additionally, a process of forming a turbomachinery blade includes steps of providing a laminate of a material; providing a blade insert; wrapping the laminate around to insert to form a blade having a root portion, a neck portion extending from the root portion, and an airfoil portion extending from the neck portion; and providing for a jacket secured around the root portion and a portion of the neck portion extending from the root portion, the jacket having such shape as to prevent delamination of the laminates at a critical point due to centrifugal force acting on the blade.

Abstract: A locking spacer assembly for filling a void between adjacent components in a turbine engine. In at least one embodiment, the locking spacer assembly may be configured to be inserted between adjacent turbine blades in a disc groove in a turbine blade stage assembly. The locking spacer assembly may be formed from fore and aft end supports and a locking device having fore and aft angled surfaces for urging the fore and aft end supports into lateral recesses in the disc groove. The locking spacer assembly may also include a mid spacer positioned between the fore and aft end supports. A retainer may be attached to the locking device to draw the fore and aft angled surfaces of the locking device into contact with the fore and aft support surfaces and urge the first and second end supports into lateral recesses in the disc groove.

Abstract: The present invention provides a flexible film antenna. The flexible film antenna includes a radiating element comprising a conductive trace on a flexible film. Flexible film is mounted on a core. The core comprises at least two parts that are releasably coupled together in snap or sliding relation. A feed post extends out a base of the core to connect to a power feed. Finally, a protective housing can be molded over the antenna.

Abstract: An improvement for a turbomachinery blade having an airfoil portion, a neck portion, and a root portion, the neck portion extending from the root portion, and the airfoil portion extending from the neck portion, and the root portion being tear-drop shaped, includes a jacket attached to the root portion and extending along a portion of the neck portion. Additionally, a process of forming a turbomachinery blade includes steps of providing a laminate of a material; providing a blade insert; wrapping the laminate around to insert to form a blade having a root portion, a neck portion extending from the root portion, and an airfoil portion extending from the neck portion; and providing for a jacket secured around the root portion and a portion of the neck portion extending from the root portion, the jacket having such shape as to prevent delamination of the laminates at a critical point due to centrifugal force acting on the blade.

Abstract: Aspects according to the invention relate to a locking spacer assembly for a slotted turbine engine component. In one embodiment, aspects of the invention can be used in connection with the assembly and disassembly of a disc hosting a row of airfoils as can be found in the compressor or turbine section of a turbine engine. The spacer according to the invention is a multi-part assembly. In one embodiment, the spacer includes at least three sub-components: first and second end supports and a filler. The inner and outer faces of each of these components can have various features to facilitate engagement of the assembly and distribution of centrifugal loads in operation. These parts can be held together by a retainer, which can be received in a cutout provided in the end supports and the filler.

Abstract: Aspects according to the invention relate to a locking spacer assembly for a slotted turbine engine component. In one embodiment, aspects of the invention can be used in connection with the assembly and disassembly of a disc hosting a row of airfoils as can be found in the compressor or turbine section of a turbine engine. The spacer according to the invention is a multi-part assembly. In one embodiment, the spacer includes at least three sub-components: first and second end supports and a filler. The inner and outer faces of each of these components can have various features to facilitate engagement of the assembly and distribution of centrifugal loads in operation. These parts can be held together by a retainer, which can be received in a cutout provided in the end supports and the filler.