Abstract: The present invention discloses improved methods and systems for identifying transitions between programming content and commercial ad content in pre-recorded media files, live digital broadcasts, or streaming media—content streams—that have no ad break markers encoded therein. The process employs iterative, machine learning context models to improve ad break identification accuracy the more it is used. The present invention enables the dynamic replacement of ads already in the content stream with customized ads “on the fly”. The present invention also enables “on the fly” ad skipping in recorded media.

Abstract: A hose assembly includes a hose and a support member. The hose includes a first portion, a second portion and a third portion. The first portion defines a first diameter. The second portion defines a second diameter that is different from the first diameter. The third portion defines a third diameter that is different from the first diameter and the second diameter. A first flange portion is defined at an intersection of the first portion and the second portion. A second flange portion is defined at an intersection of the second portion and the third portion. The support member includes a first end portion and a second end portion. The first end portion is adapted to engage with the first flange portion. The second end portion is adapted to engage with the second flange portion.

Abstract: A hose assembly includes a hose and a support member. The hose includes a first portion, a second portion and a third portion. The first portion defines a first diameter. The second portion defines a second diameter that is different from the first diameter. The third portion defines a third diameter that is different from the first diameter and the second diameter. A first flange portion is defined at an intersection of the first portion and the second portion. A second flange portion is defined at an intersection of the second portion and the third portion. The support member includes a first end portion and a second end portion. The first end portion is adapted to engage with the first flange portion. The second end portion is adapted to engage with the second flange portion.

Abstract: The present subject matter provides a sealed system for an appliance. The sealed system includes a compressor operable to generate a flow of compressed refrigerant, an evaporator and a drain trough disposed below the evaporator. A bypass conduit fluidly couples a bypass valve and the evaporator. The bypass valve is configured for selectively directing refrigerant from a condenser around an expansion device to the evaporator. A portion of the bypass conduit is positioned at and connected to the drain trough. A related method for defrosting an evaporator is also provided.

Abstract: The solution described herein, through it's unique design, provides capability such as command and control, situational awareness, operations management, and other tactical capabilities as building blocks to be added or extended for the buildout of specific strategic or tactical solutions. Traditional approaches for the implementation of strategic or tactical systems have historically been stove-piped and build on closed architectures. The solution is architected using open-standards and open-interfaces in order to simplify the integration into both new and legacy system.

Abstract: Systems and methods of the present disclosure are directed to providing a digital reputation score. The server can generate a first reputation score of a user based on the user's online activity, identity verification, and online transaction history. The server can identify, from the user's online account, a first set of online accounts with which the user established a unidirectional trust relationship from the user to the first set of online accounts. The server can identify, from the user's online account, a second set of online accounts with which the user established a unidirectional trust relationship from the user to the second set of online accounts. The server can generate a second reputation score based on the first number and second number of trust relationships from the first set and second set of online accounts respectively. The server can generate a third reputation using the first and second reputation scores.

Abstract: An apparatus includes a mold body with at least one cavity configured and dimensioned to receive water to be frozen into ice; a hollow sealed tube having an evaporator portion in thermal communication with the mold body and an offset condenser portion opposite the evaporator portion; a two-phase heat transfer fluid contained within the hollow sealed tube; and an actuation arrangement which causes the mold body and the tube to transition between a first position and a second position. In the first position, the water can be introduced into the at least one cavity and the offset condenser portion is above the evaporator portion. In the second position, the ice can be discharged from the at least one cavity and the offset condenser portion is below the evaporator portion. A refrigerator using the apparatus is also disclosed.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for ice maker systems are disclosed. One exemplary method comprises the steps of: heating an ice mold body to separate ice formed in the ice mold body from the ice mold body; releasing the separated ice from the ice mold body; and contacting at least a portion of the ice mold body with a heat transfer fluid to cool the ice mold body.

Abstract: The solution described herein, through it's unique design, provides capability such as command and control, situational awareness, operations management, and other tactical capabilities as building blocks to be added or extended for the buildout of specific strategic or tactical solutions. Traditional approaches for the implementation of strategic or tactical systems have historically been stove-piped and build on closed architectures. The solution is architected using open-standards and open-interfaces in order to simplify the integration into both new and legacy system.

Abstract: An improved heat exchanger for an appliance is provided. More particularly, the present invention provides a new condenser for a refrigerator that is formed from a conduit wound into the shape of a conical helix. Extensions from the surface of the conduit provide additional area for heat exchange. A fan can be aligned with the conical helix to further improve heat transfer.

Abstract: An apparatus includes a mold body with at least one cavity configured and dimensioned to receive water to be frozen into ice. The mold body has a plurality of natural frequencies of vibration. Also included is an ice discharge mechanism configured to cause the ice to be removed from the at least one cavity. Also included is a vibration source mounted to the mold body at a location which is located near a region of high deflection at one of the first five natural frequency of vibration of the mold body; the location is also not a node at that natural frequency of vibration of the mold body. A refrigerator using the apparatus, a method of using the apparatus, and a method of designing the apparatus are also disclosed.

Abstract: An apparatus includes a mold body with at least one cavity configured and dimensioned to receive water to be frozen into ice; a hollow sealed tube having an evaporator portion in thermal communication with the mold body and an offset condenser portion opposite the evaporator portion; a two-phase heat transfer fluid contained within the hollow sealed tube; and an actuation arrangement which causes the mold body and the tube to transition between a first position and a second position. In the first position, the water can be introduced into the at least one cavity and the offset condenser portion is above the evaporator portion. In the second position, the ice can be discharged from the at least one cavity and the offset condenser portion is below the evaporator portion. A refrigerator using the apparatus is also disclosed.

Abstract: Techniques for use in ice maker systems are disclosed. In one example, an ice tray apparatus includes an ice mold body formed substantially of a metal material, and a holder for holding the ice mold body, the holder including a rotation-stopping feature formed thereon. The ice tray assembly may be used in an ice maker system mounted in a storage compartment of a refrigerator appliance.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for ice maker systems are disclosed. One exemplary method comprises the steps of: heating an ice mold body to separate ice formed in the ice mold body from the ice mold body; releasing the separated ice from the ice mold body; and contacting at least a portion of the ice mold body with a heat transfer fluid to cool the ice mold body.

Abstract: A manipulator for accurately positioning a test head in automatic test systems supports the test head internally and reduces the overall size of the manipulator. The manipulator includes an elongated blade that extends into a central region of the test head. A spherical bearing is disposed within an opening of the elongated blade, and has an outlet race attached to the elongated blade. A shaft passes through the inner race of the spherical bearing and attaches to the body of the test head via a transition insert. The test head can thus be supported internally and made to rotate in compliance on the spherical bearing, about all axes of rotation.

Abstract: A guardrail system for providing safety to passengers and objects aboard a sailing vessel is constructed to be flexible. A flexible guardrail is provided to prevent passengers, crew, and objects from falling overboard by allowing the guardrail to bend. The flexibility also aids in preventing damage to the ship's surface or deck. The flexible guardrail bends and distribute externally applied forces evenly along the system.

Abstract: A light weight vehicle sun screen is provided having a mounting system adaptable to curved windows of varying curvature. A pair of articulated mounting brackets are connected to substantially flat mounting plates thereby allowing the mounting plates to pivot until they are substantially aligned with the glass surface. The mounting plates can be secured to the glass directly or to the frame adjacent the glass via reticulated fasteners or the equivalent. The screen is biased toward a retracted position by a biasing assembly mounted substantially within a roller. A biasing spring straddles the shaft and is mounted to the frame with built-in windup so as to bias the screen toward the retracted position. The spring force can be overcome by drawing the screen down and securing the screen to a suitable retaining device.