Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed for providing a CI/CD pipeline that decouples delivery of product configuration changes from code and similar changes, otherwise bundled/handled together with such configuration changes, for delivery to a running application in production. An exemplary method may include configuring components of CI/CD application in production to subscribe to application updates during runtime; processing an update to the application; processing/handling the update to process only configuration changes for propagation to subscribed components; validating the configuration changes; and instructing a workflow engine to: determine whether the configuration changes are needed for each component, update the components in runtime memory, if so, and provide the validated changes as an update in a next processing cycle to deploy such changes during the runtime.

Abstract: Some embodiments relate to a position monitoring device. The position monitoring device may comprise memory accessible to the processor; and a sealed housing containing a processor, a geo-spatial positioning module, a geo-spatial positioning antenna, a solar cell module, a power supply module, and a first communications module. The geo-spatial positioning module coupled to the geo-spatial positioning antenna and configured to generate geo-spatial positioning data based on an output of the geo-spatial positioning antenna that specifies a geo-spatial position of the position monitoring device. The memory may contain instructions which, when executed by the processor, cause the processor to: transmit geo-spatial positioning information from the first communications module to a device external to the position monitoring device.

Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed for providing a CI/CD pipeline that decouples delivery of product configuration changes from code and similar changes, otherwise bundled/handled together with such configuration changes, for delivery to a running application in production. An exemplary method may include configuring components of CI/CD application in production to subscribe to application updates during runtime; processing an update to the application; processing/handling the update to process only configuration changes for propagation to subscribed components; validating the configuration changes; and instructing a workflow engine to: determine whether the configuration changes are needed for each component, update the components in runtime memory, if so, and provide the validated changes as an update in a next processing cycle to deploy such changes during the runtime.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is an information processing device that is connected, in a wireless or wired manner, to an input device including a left-side holding part having a left-side vibrator and a right-side holding part having a right-side vibrator, the information processing device including one or more processors having hardware. The one or more processors arrange a focus in a screen, receive directional input transmitted from the input device, move the focus on the basis of the received directional input, and cause the left-side vibrator and/or the right-side vibrator to vibrate according to the movement of the focus.

Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed for providing a CI/CD pipeline that decouples delivery of product configuration changes from code and similar changes, otherwise bundled/handled together with such configuration changes, for delivery to a running application in production. An exemplary method may include configuring components of CI/CD application in production to subscribe to application updates during runtime; processing an update to the application; processing/handling the update to process only configuration changes for propagation to subscribed components; validating the configuration changes; and instructing a workflow engine to: determine whether the configuration changes are needed for each component, update the components in runtime memory, if so, and provide the validated changes as an update in a next processing cycle to deploy such changes during the runtime.

Abstract: An example modular meal system includes two or more modular meal components. Example modular meal components include a tray, a meal component disposed within the tray, and a sauce component disposed within the tray. The meal component is selected from a protein component, a starch component, a vegetable component, an appetizer component, and a dessert component. Each modular meal component is configured and/or formulated to reach at least 165° F. or at least 167° F. when heated from frozen for a heating time period within the range of from about 20 minutes to about 60 minutes and at a heating temperature within the range of about 350° F. to about 450° F.

Abstract: An example modular meal system includes two or more modular meal components. Example modular meal components include a tray, a meal component disposed within the tray, and a sauce component disposed within the tray. The meal component is selected from a protein component, a starch component, a vegetable component, an appetizer component, and a dessert component. Each modular meal component is configured and/or formulated to reach at least 165° F. or at least 167° F. when heated from frozen for a heating time period within the range of from about 20 minutes to about 60 minutes and at a heating temperature within the range of about 350° F. to about 450° F.

Abstract: A measuring assembly for a measuring tape device may include a blade, an end hook and an anti-rollover attachment. The blade may include a first end configured to extend from an aperture in a housing of the measuring tape device and a second end configured to be wound on a reel assembly. The end hook may be disposed at the first end of the blade to engage an object for measurement, and may extend substantially perpendicular to a longitudinal centerline of the blade to extend away from an underside of the blade. The anti-rollover attachment may be disposed proximate to the end hook at the first end of the blade such that a center of gravity of the anti-rollover attachment is spaced apart from the underside of the blade. A combined weight of the end hook and the anti-rollover attachment may be in a range between about 10 grams and about 55 grams.

Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed for providing a CI/CD pipeline that decouples delivery of product configuration changes from code and similar changes, otherwise bundled/handled together with such configuration changes, for delivery to a running application in production. An exemplary method may include configuring components of CI/CD application in production to subscribe to application updates during runtime; processing an update to the application; processing/handling the update to process only configuration changes for propagation to subscribed components; validating the configuration changes; and instructing a workflow engine to: determine whether the configuration changes are needed for each component, update the components in runtime memory, if so, and provide the validated changes as an update in a next processing cycle to deploy such changes during the runtime.

Abstract: A hand tool includes an elongate, plate shaped steel core having a top face and a bottom face in parallel planes, a drive head portion formed at one end of the steel core and having a drive head cavity formed therein, a tang portion extending from the drive head portion to the other end of the steel core, a ratchet assembly disposed in the drive head cavity, and a first encapsulation layer covering the tang portion and the drive head portion, but not covering at least a portion of the ratchet assembly. The first encapsulation layer may include a fiber reinforced plastic composite material.

Abstract: A measuring assembly for a measuring tape device may include a blade, an end hook and an anti-rollover attachment. The blade may include a first end configured to extend from an aperture in a housing of the measuring tape device and a second end configured to be wound on a reel assembly. The end hook may be disposed at the first end of the blade to engage an object for measurement, and may extend substantially perpendicular to a longitudinal centerline of the blade to extend away from an underside of the blade. The anti-rollover attachment may be disposed proximate to the end hook at the first end of the blade such that a center of gravity of the anti-rollover attachment is spaced apart from the underside of the blade. A combined weight of the end hook and the anti-rollover attachment may be in a range between about 10 grams and about 55 grams.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides systems and methods related to electroencephalography (EEG) electrode arrays. In particular, the present disclosure provides systems and methods relating to the manufacture and use of high-resolution electrocorticography (ECOG) electrode arrays and stereoelectroencephalography (SEEG) electrode arrays having various combinations and arrangements of microelectrodes and macroelectrodes for recording and modulating nervous system activity.

Abstract: An example modular meal system includes two or more modular meal components. Example modular meal components include a tray, a meal component disposed within the tray, and a sauce component disposed within the tray. The meal component is selected from a protein component, a starch component, a vegetable component, an appetizer component, and a dessert component. Each modular meal component is configured and/or formulated to reach at least 165° F. or at least 167° F. when heated from frozen for a heating time period within the range of from about 20 minutes to about 60 minutes and at a heating temperature within the range of about 350° F. to about 450° F.

Abstract: A method for correcting deterministic jitter in an all-digital phase-locked loop (ADPLL) is described. The method includes determining an offset to an input frequency of the ADPLL that causes an oscillator tuning word (OTW) provided to a digitally-controlled oscillator (DCO) quantizer to fall between two DCO codes. The method also includes applying the offset to the input frequency of the ADPLL to force the DCO quantizer to have gain.

Abstract: A method of calibrating an All-Digital Phase Locked Loop (ADPLL) includes obtaining a model of the ADPLL and applying an input signal to both the ADPLL and to the model. The ADPLL generates an actual output of the ADPLL, while the model generates a model output. An error between the actual output of the ADPLL and the model output is then sensed. The method also includes generating a calibration value based on the error between the actual output of the ADPLL and the model output, and adjusting a feedforward gain of the ADPLL based on the calibration value.

Abstract: A method for fabricating a semiconductor structure includes providing a dielectric layer on a semiconductor substrate, forming an opening in the dielectric layer to expose a portion of the surface of the semiconductor substrate, forming a metal layer to fill up the opening, and removing the portion of the metal layer formed above the top surface of the dielectric layer by polishing. A metal oxide layer is formed on the surface of the metal layer after polishing. The method further includes removing the metal oxide layer from the top surface of the metal layer, forming a metal barrier layer on the top surface of the metal layer after the removal of the metal oxide layer to provide a more uniform thickness and a denser texture, and converting the metal barrier layer to a metal cap layer by introducing a silicon-containing gas onto a surface of the metal barrier layer.

Abstract: An embodiment of an integrated stripline feed network for a linear antenna array comprises a power distribution network coupled to the linear antenna array; a feed signal input/output component coupled to the power distribution network; wherein the input/output component receives a feed signal and splits the feed signal for distributing to a plurality of antenna elements of the linear antenna array through the power distribution network. The integrated stripline feed network is configured to be integrated into a support body of the linear antenna array, wherein, the support body structurally supports the linear antenna array.

Abstract: An example phase-locked loop (PLL) includes a digital filter, an oscillator, and a time-to-digital converter (TDC). The digital filter is configured to sample at a discrete time that is responsive to a reference clock signal received at the digital filter. The oscillator is coupled to the digital filter and configured to generate an output signal of the PLL. The TDC is coupled to the oscillator to determine a phase difference between the output signal and the reference clock signal. The TDC also provides a time signal to the digital filter that is based on the phase difference and is representative of an instantaneous rate of operation of the PLL. The digital filter is further configured to adjust a response characteristic of the digital filter according to the time signal.

Abstract: Provided herein are formaldehyde-free flame retardant compositions, comprising a flame retardant acid and a fixing agent; and methods of their use for manufacturing durable formaldehyde-free flame retardant cellulosic materials. Also provided herein are durable formaldehyde-free flame retardant cellulosic materials and articles comprising the same.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods and apparatuses for reducing fractional spurs in an All-Digital Phase Lock Loop (ADPLL). An exemplary apparatus includes a crystal oscillator configured to generate a first frequency reference signal, a non-integer divider coupled to the crystal oscillator and configured to divide the first frequency reference signal by a non-integer variable to generate a second frequency reference signal, and a multiplexor coupled to the non-integer divider and the crystal oscillator and configured to output the first frequency reference signal or the second frequency reference signal to the ADPLL, wherein the multiplexor is configured to output the second frequency reference signal based on the ADPLL being tuned to a low fractionality channel.