Abstract: Devices and methods of using a reduced complexity network protocol are generally described. An evolved NodeB (eNB) transmits an Attach Request to a mobility management entity (MME), which transmits a Create Session Request for transmission of non-IP (NIP) data of user equipment (UE) to a Packet Data Network (P-GW). The P-GW in response transmits a Create Session Response, with the UE ID if originating at the P-GW and free from a UE IP address and an Up Link Traffic Flow Template, to the MME, which transmits an Attach Accept to the eNB and UE. A UE identifier (UE ID) either originates at the UE and is transmitted in the Attach Request, or is generated by the eNB, MME or P-GW. The NIP data has a tunneling NIP data packet with a NIP header with the UE ID and a NIP user data packet free from TCP/IP encapsulation and header compression.

Abstract: Among other things, the present disclosure relates to chirally controlled oligonucleotides of select designs, chirally controlled oligonucleotide compositions, and methods of making and using the same. In some embodiments, a provided chirally controlled oligonucleotide composition provides different cleavage patterns of a nucleic acid polymer than a reference oligonucleotide composition. In some embodiments, a provided chirally controlled oligonucleotide composition provides single site cleavage within a complementary sequence of a nucleic acid polymer. In some embodiments, a chirally controlled oligonucleotide composition has any sequence of bases, and/or pattern or base modifications, sugar modifications, backbone modifications and/or stereochemistry, or combination of these elements, described herein.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are pharmaceutical compositions, methods and kits for lowering the serum uric acid level of a subject and for the treatment of a condition associated with elevated serum uric acid levels comprising administering a composition comprising a first urate-lowering agent and a second urate-lowering agent. In some aspects the first urate-lowering agent is (?)-halofenate, (?)-halofenic acid, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. In some aspects the second urate-lowering agent is an inhibitor of uric acid production, a uricosuric agent, a uricase, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.

Abstract: Methods, systems, and apparatuses are described for source device detection. Source device detection may be performed for a variety of types of connectors such as cables or board/substrate connectors across which a DC voltage or stable presence signal is normally supplied during connections when the power signal of the connector is not present. An alternating power source is coupled to a capacitor of known capacitance via a switch. The capacitor is in series with an effective capacitance of a sink device, a connector, and a source device. When the switch is open, the voltage between the capacitor and the effective capacitor is read to determine if a source device is present and On, and when closed, if the source device is present and Off or in Stand-By, or not present. The methods, systems, and apparatuses described include tunability for the capacitor based on temperature and effective capacitance variations.

Abstract: A vehicle propulsion system includes an engine and a first electric machine each configured to selectively provide torque to propel the vehicle. The propulsion system also includes a second electric machine coupled to the engine and configured to start the engine from an inactive state. A controller is programmed to execute a first control algorithm while output speed of the second electric machine is less than a first speed threshold. The controller is also programmed to execute a second control algorithm while output speed of the second electric machine is greater than the first speed threshold and less than a second speed threshold.

Abstract: A memory device includes a plurality of resistive memory cells and a plurality of word lines. Each resistive memory cell includes a resistive memory element, a first switching element electrically coupled in series with the resistive memory element, and a second switching element electrically coupled in series with the first switching element. The first switching element and the second switching element in each resistive memory cell is coupled to different ones of the word lines.

Abstract: An integrated circuit device has at least one environment-hardened die and at least one less-environment-hardened die. Environment-hardened circuitry on the environment-hardened die is more resistant to the degradation when exposed to a predetermined environmental condition than the less-environment-hardened circuitry on the environment-hardened die. The dice are combined using a 3D or 2.5D integrated circuit technology. This is very useful for testing circuits at adverse environmental conditions (e.g. high temperature), or for providing circuits to operate at such conditions.

Abstract: A method for providing access to objects associated with a particular client in a cloud storage system is disclosed. The method includes the steps of establishing a connection with a user, providing a client namespace associated with the client to the user, where the client namespace represents objects stored on the cloud storage system and objects stored on a private storage system apart from the cloud storage system, receiving a request from the user to access an object stored on the private storage system, and providing information to the user to facilitate access to the object stored on the private storage system by said user. Other systems and methods are also disclosed. Important advantages of the present invention are facilitated by separating the logic for user access (control plane) from the actual storage (Storage plane). Private file system access can still be managed from the cloud, while keeping the client data private.

Abstract: A marketplace diagnostics framework for analyzing and managing online marketplaces.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for centralized access, control, and management of APs. According to one embodiment, multiple APs of a private IP network are decoupled from potentially transient IP addresses by assigning a unique identifier to each of the multiple APs by an AC. An AC GUI is presented by the AC to an administrator through which (i) commands are provided by the administrator and (ii) the administrator is provided with access to a first AP of the multiple APs responsive to a command received from the administrator though the AC GUI and based upon the first AP's assigned unique identifier. The first AP is accessed, controlled or debugged by the AC based on the command. The access to the first AP enables a first AP GUI of the first AP through which the network administrator is provided with an ability to issue multiple commands to the first AP.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method of making a cord-reinforced rubber article, comprising the steps of A) mixing a carrier gas, sulfur and an alkyne, to form a gas mixture; B) generating an atmospheric pressure plasma from the gas mixture; C) exposing a steel reinforcement cord to the atmospheric pressure plasma to produce a treated reinforcement cord; and D) contacting the treated steel reinforcement cord with a rubber composition comprising a diene based elastomer.

Abstract: A display assembly includes a display component and a flexible stratum. The flexible stratum includes a first side coupled to the display component and a second side opposite to the first side. The second side includes protruding portions separate apart from each other, and one of the protruding portions includes a side section, a top section, and a tapering section extending from the side section to the top section and having a curved surface.

Abstract: The present invention provides a hair treatment composition comprising; a. 40-99 w.t. % of a dispersion of a loosely reticulated silicone elastomer solvent; b. a compound selected from; i. 0.005-8 w.t % temporary dye ii. 0.005-12 w.t. % semi-permanent dye iii. 0.001-6 w.t. % pigment and mixtures thereof, c. 0.005 w.t. % to 59 w.t.

Abstract: A system comprises an aerial imaging platform configured to rise to a height above ground. An apparatus allows an entity to move the aerial platform in a desired direction. The aerial platform includes a camera positioned to capture images of the ground. The camera includes a position sensor. A user/entity may move the aerial platform over a region to be imaged. The system includes a device that may be carried by the user/entity. The device receives information about a region to be imaged and a field of vision of the camera, determines a first path, and provides information on the first path to the user/entity. As the user/entity moves the aerial platform along the first path, the device receives data from the camera position sensor and determines a second path. The user/entity may then move the aerial platform along the second path to capture unimaged areas of the region.

Abstract: An imaging system that includes a camera mourned on an aerial platform, for example a balloon, allows a user to increase the longevity of the camera's battery by remote control. A user may capture imagery at a time scale of interest and desired power consumption by adjusting parameters for image capture by the camera. A user may adjust a time to capture an image, a time to capture a video, or a number of cycles per time period to capture one or more images as the aerial platform moves in a region of interest to change power consumption for imaging. The system also provides imaging alignment to account for unwanted movement of the aerial platform when moved in the region of interest. Additionally, a mounting device is provided that is simple and inexpensive, and that allows a camera to remain positioned in a desired position relative to the ground.

Abstract: Methods for predicting future spectrum utilization are disclosed. Monitoring of spectrum signatures in a first system during a first time period may indicate that a particular frequency spectrum is being used by at least one device or second system for at least one type of application based on monitored spectrum usage. Knowledge of the monitored spectrum usage may be used to determine a prediction of how the frequency spectrum will be used in a second time period by the at least one device or second system, and the prediction may be utilized for selecting portions of the frequency spectrum for use in the first system during the second time period. The knowledge of the monitored spectrum usage may be combined with information in a database when determining the prediction of use.

Abstract: Thin film housing structures for collecting solar energy, and associated systems and methods. A representative system includes an enclosure having an interior region, the enclosure further having a support structure that includes a plurality of curved portions. The system further includes a flexible, thin film carried by, and fixed relative to, the curved portions, the thin film being positioned to transmit solar radiation into the interior region. A receiver is positioned in the interior region, the receiver carrying a working fluid. A solar concentrator is positioned in the interior region to direct the solar radiation to the receiver to heat the working fluid. A controller is operatively coupled to the solar concentrator and is configured to adjust a position of the solar concentrator based at least in part on a position of the sun.

Abstract: An intravascular filter device having a flexible arm which comprises a portion of an alarm system for detecting filling or plugging of the filter by captured emboli is described. The flexible arm may be made of ferromagnetic material, a magnet, or have at its tip a magnet which, as it moves under systolic and diastolic pressures, generates a signal detectable by an electrical sensor or a magnetometer. The signals from each of a pair of artery filters may be measured and compared to determine whether one filter is plugged. A system for detection and a method of use are also provided.

Abstract: A method of centralized identity authentication for use in connection with a communications network includes registering users of the communications network such that each registered user's identity is uniquely defined and determinable, and registering a plurality of vendors having a presence on the communications network. The registered vendors selectively transact with registered users, wherein the transactions include: (i) the registered vendor selling goods and/or services to the registered user; (ii) the registered vendor granting the registered user access to personal records maintained by the registered vendor; and/or (iii) the registered vendor communicating to the registered user personal information maintained by the registered vendor. The method also includes each user's identity being authenticated over the communications network prior to completion of transactions between registered vendors and registered users.

Abstract: An apparatus including a Correlated Electron Switch (CES) element and a programing circuit is provided. The programing circuit provides a programing signal to the CES element to program the CES element to an impedance state of multiple impedance states when a number of times the CES element has been programed is less than a threshold.