Abstract: A trained neural network that is configured to generate predictions for periods of time in the future based on input data can be received, where the neural network is trained using training data that includes time series data segmented into windows. Observed time series data can be processed to generate the input data. Using the trained neural network and the generated input data, data predictions can be generated. The predictions can be provided to a reinforcement learning model configured to generate predicted outcomes, where the reinforcement learning model varies parameters to simulate conditions for a first and second entity, and an artificial intelligence agent simulates actions performed by one of the first and second entities, the data predictions being a parameter for the simulation. Parameters for the first and second entities can be selected, where the selected parameters correspond to a predicted outcome that meets a criteria.

Abstract: A filled silicone composition comprising a curable silicone composition comprising at least one silicone resin, and a low-melting inorganic glass filler having a glass transition temperature not greater than 700° C. and a softening point not greater than 800° C.; a silicone adhesive comprising a cured product of at least one silicone resin, and a low-melting inorganic glass filler; and a coated substrate and a laminated substrate, each comprising the silicone adhesive.

Abstract: A free standing film includes: i. a matrix layer having opposing surfaces, and ii. an array of nanorods, where the nanorods are oriented to pass through the matrix layer and protrude an average distance of at least 1 micrometer through one or both surfaces of the matrix layer. A method for preparing the free standing film includes (a) providing an array of nanorods on a substrate, optionally (b) infiltrating the array with a sacrificial layer, (c) infiltrating the array with a matrix layer, thereby producing an infiltrated array, optionally (d) removing the sacrificial layer without removing the matrix layer, when step (b) is present, and (e) removing the infiltrated array from the substrate to form the free standing film. The free standing film is useful as an optical filter, ACF, or TIM, depending on the type and density of nanorods selected.

Abstract: A free standing film includes: i. a matrix layer having opposing surfaces, and ii. an array of nanorods, where the nanorods are oriented to pass through the matrix layer and protrude an average distance of at least 1 micrometer through one or both surfaces of the matrix layer. A method for preparing the free standing film includes (a) providing an array of nanorods on a substrate, optionally (b) infiltrating the array with a sacrificial layer, (c) infiltrating the array with a matrix layer, thereby producing an infiltrated array, optionally (d) removing the sacrificial layer without removing the matrix layer, when step (b) is present, and (e) removing the infiltrated array from the substrate to form the free standing film. The free standing film is useful as an optical filter, ACF, or TIM, depending on the type and density of nanorods selected.

Abstract: A free standing film includes: i. a matrix layer having opposing surfaces, and ii. an array of nanorods, where the nanorods are oriented to pass through the matrix layer and protrude an average distance of at least 1 micrometer through one or both surfaces of the matrix layer. A method for preparing the free standing film includes (a) providing an array of nanorods on a substrate, optionally (b) infiltrating the array with a sacrificial layer, (c) infiltrating the array with a matrix layer, thereby producing an infiltrated array, optionally (d) removing the sacrificial layer without removing the matrix layer, when step (b) is present, and (e) removing the infiltrated array from the substrate to form the free standing film. The free standing film is useful as an optical filter, ACF, or TIM, depending on the type and density of nanorods selected.

Abstract: A free standing film includes: i. a matrix layer having opposing surfaces, and ii. an array of nanorods, where the nanorods are oriented to pass through the matrix layer and protrude an average distance of at least 1 micrometer through one or both surfaces of the matrix layer. A method for preparing the free standing film includes (a) providing an array of nanorods on a substrate, optionally (b) infiltrating the array with a sacrificial layer, (c) infiltrating the array with a matrix layer, thereby producing an infiltrated array, optionally (d) removing the sacrificial layer without removing the matrix layer, when step (b) is present, and (e) removing the infiltrated array from the substrate to form the free standing film. The free standing film is useful as an optical filter, ACF, or TIM, depending on the type and density of nanorods selected.

Abstract: A cycloalkoxysilane, having utility as an electron donor in the Ziegler-Natta polymerization of olefinic monomers, of the structure(R'O).sub.x (R').sub.y Si(OR).sub.4-x-ywherein R is independently selected from the group consisting of alkyl radicals having 1 to 5 carbon atoms and acyl radicals having 2 to 5 carbon atoms, R' is independently selected from the group consisting of a cyclopentyl radical, a cyclohexyl radical a cycloheptyl radical, and substituted radicals thereof, x is 1, 2, 3 or 4 and y is 0, 1 or 2.