Abstract: The present disclosure is related to a virtual register file. Source code can be compiled to include references to a virtual register file for data subject to a logical operation. The references can be dereferenced at runtime to obtain physical addresses of memory device elements according to the virtual register file. The logical operation can be performed in the memory device on data stored in the memory device elements.

Abstract: Some implementations provide a passive equalizer section configured to filter an input signal, the passive equalizer section including: a first passive filter that comprises: a first resistor characterized by a first resistance, and a first reactive component characterized by a first reactance, wherein the first resistor and the first reactive component are in series and connected at a first connection node; and a second passive filter that comprises: a second resistor characterized by a second resistance, and a second reactive component characterized by a second reactance, wherein the second resistor and the second reactive component are in series and connected at a second connection node; and a signal mixing section comprising a plurality of transistors to mix signals with different frequency response characteristics.

Abstract: An inventive system related to implementation of dynamic virtual local area network (VLAN) assignment and provisioning in communication networks. The inventive system enables per-room 802.1q VLANs that are enforced through 802.1X distribution equipment. This inventive system enables facilities such as hotels to implement per-room VLANs to increase security and efficiency in handling a plurality of devices brought in by guests as well as devices that are provided by the facility itself.

Abstract: Some implementations provide a passive equalizer section configured to filter an input signal, the passive equalizer section including: a first passive filter that comprises: a first resistor characterized by a first resistance, and a first reactive component characterized by a first reactance, wherein the first resistor and the first reactive component are in series and connected at a first connection node; and a second passive filter that comprises: a second resistor characterized by a second resistance, and a second reactive component characterized by a second reactance, wherein the second resistor and the second reactive component are in series and connected at a second connection node; and a signal mixing section comprising a plurality of transistors to mix signals with different frequency response characteristics.

Abstract: A cable management assembly for managing cables of rack-mounted computers may include: a base member selectively attachable to a structural member of a computer rack; and a sliding member comprising a cable retention area, wherein the sliding member is configured for connection to the base member by one or more mating connection components, wherein the one or more mating connection components allow for a limited degree of movement of the sliding member relative to the base member.

Abstract: A phase locked loop (PLL) includes: a phase frequency detector configured to: generate one or more comparison signals indicating whether a reference input signal is leading a feedback signal or whether the feedback signal is leading the reference input signal; a charge pump coupled to the phase frequency detector and configured to convert the one or more comparison signals into a driving current; a loop filter coupled to the charge pump and configured to split the driving current to generate a first voltage signal and a second voltage signal; and a voltage controlled oscillator coupled to the loop filter and configured to: receive the first voltage signal and generate a first control current; receive the second voltage signal and generate a second control current; and combine the first and second control currents to jointly drive a charge controlled oscillator such that the output signal of a desired frequency is generated.

Abstract: The present invention is a method and apparatus for narrative content generation using narrative frameworks by receiving a first phrase variation and a second phrase variation and displaying an error indication when the first phrase variation fails to satisfy a criterion relative to the second phrase variation. If there is an error indication, alternate phrase variations are received and compared against the first phrase variation until an alternate phrase variation is selected that has no error indication. Additionally, multiple sets of operators for updating one or more narrative phrases selected for inclusion in the narrative content framework may be utilized to update selected phrases after inclusion in the narrative framework but prior to finalizing the narrative content to be output.

Abstract: Implementations provide a phase locked loop (PLL) device that includes: a phase and frequency detector (PFD) and charge pump (CP) portion; a low pass filter; a voltage controlled oscillator (VCO) driven by the low pass filter to generate a VCO clock signal, multiple divider configured to receive the VCO clock signal and frequency divide the VCO clock signal in stages to generate a series statically divided VCO clock signals and a dynamically divided VCO clock signal; a feedback portion including a first component configured to receive the dynamically divided VCO clock signal and generate indicator signals; and a second component configured to multiplex from the indicator signals to generate the feedback clock signal set for the PFD and CP portion; and a master phase/frequency control engine configured to assert a division control over at least one divider and a multiplex control over the multiplex network.

Abstract: Disclosed is a plunger for use in a sucker-rod pumping system. The plunger reciprocates within a barrel. The plunger comprises first, second, and third sections, in which the first and third sections are sealed against the barrel and in which a second section is between the first and third sections and in some embodiments may be a pull tube. A through passage for production fluid is provided, along with a pressure balancing chamber that is connected to the through passage via a sand snare, where the pressure balancing chamber is operable to equalize pressure on longitudinal sides of the seals, whereas the sand snare operates to restrain solids from reaching the pressure balancing chamber from the through passage (which is carrying the production fluid) and thereby create a slippage flow in the pressure balancing chamber, which equalizes pressure between the balancing chamber and the plunger's through passage.

Abstract: Strap buckles for headgear can be independently adjusted by single-handed operation while the headgear is worn. To tighten the straps, the wearer pulls a strap buckle toward the chin. The adjustment preferably involves a 1:1 length-adjustment ratio, such that the strap is shortened substantially by the amount the wearer pulls on the buckle.

Abstract: A pivot-arm assembly is provided for attaching an ear cup to a mounting feature on an exterior of a helmet. The pivot-arm assembly comprises a mount configured to releasably couple to the mounting feature. An arm has a first end configured to couple to the ear cup and a second end. A hinge is rotatable about a first axis and about a second axis. The hinge is coupled to the second end of the arm and disposed between the second end of the arm and the mount such that the first end of the arm is rotatable relative to the mount about the first axis and the first end of the arm is rotatable relative to the mount about the second axis. A biasing member is coupled to the arm and is configured to spring bias the first end of the arm relative to the mount in a rotatable direction about the second axis of the hinge.

Abstract: The invention in at least one embodiment includes a method to convert a fluorescent protein into a modified fluorescent protein in a monomeric state where a dimerization interface is identified in a template protein in a homodimer state. One or more targeted mutation(s) are introduced at the dimerization interface to disrupt dimerization and favor the monomeric state. In another embodiment of the invention, one or more chromophore binding domains are identified in a template protein. One or more targeted mutations are introduced in the chromophore binding domain(s) to change the configuration of a biliverdin chromophore in the template protein from a 15Z anti configuration to a 15E anti configuration.

Abstract: The present invention is a system and method for generating narrative text utilizing data input from one or more data sources to drive the creation of a narrative text output. Narrative text is generated in accordance with sets of data that provide the scope of text to be generated. A narrative text editor permits automatic generation of narrative text automatically using pre-defined scope for the generated text, or under the guidance of scope input by a user. Generated text retains links to the origin structure and scope used in creation of the narrative text permitting quick troubleshooting of issues in the narrative text generation and rapid review and updating under the guidance of established rule sets or system users.

Abstract: A pivot-arm assembly is provided for attaching an ear cup to a mounting feature on an exterior of a helmet. The pivot-arm assembly comprises a mount configured to releasably couple to the mounting feature. A hinge is rotatable about a first axis and about a second axis. The hinge is coupled to a second end of the arm and disposed between the second end of the arm and the mount such that the first end of the arm is rotatable relative to the mount about the first axis and the first end of the arm is rotatable relative to the mount about the second axis. A biasing member is coupled to the arm and is configured to spring bias the first end of the arm relative to the mount in a rotatable direction about the second axis of the hinge.

Abstract: Aspects of the disclosure generally relate to cables and back shells having integrated force gauges. The force gauge includes a sliding member that engages features such as grooves formed in one or more surfaces of the back shell. The grooves and/or sliding member are sized and shaped such that a different forces applied to the sliding member facilitates movement between respective grooves.

Abstract: A phase lock loop (PLL) includes: a binary phase detector configured to generate a first and second polarity signals that respectively indicating whether an incoming data stream is leading a feedback signal, or whether the feedback signal is leading the incoming data stream, wherein a difference between the first and second polarity signals does not represent an amount of phase difference between the incoming data stream and the feedback signal; a digital filter configured to: generate filtered first polarity signal on a first path and a second path that are different; and generate filtered second polarity signal on a third path and a fourth path that are different; a charge pump coupled to the digital filter and configured to: integrate the filtered first polarity signal and the filtered second polarity signal; and an oscillator configured to generate the synthesized clock signal serving as the feedback signal.