Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a detection system for detecting a failure in a fluid path of a fluid system, the detection system including: at least one pipe comprising a pipe wall which defines a fluid path for the transfer of fluid and at least one electrically conductive element extending along the at least one pipe and which forms an electrical signal path for a first electrical signal which indicates a state of the at least one pipe; and, an electrical terminal electrically connected to the at least one electrically conductive element so that the first electrical signal is transmitted to the electrical terminal via the electrical signal path.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are embodiments of an occlusion device that can be delivered into the vascular system of a patient for inducing weight loss. The device can be formed from a body that can expand from a collapsed to an expanded position, where the body can be configured to at least partially occlude a blood vessel. Further, the device can comprise a first and second end joined by a center section. One of the ends can contain a retrieval element for easily removing the device from the patient.

Abstract: An influence tracking system may track influence on multimedia content selections. A popularity prediction identification system may identify sources that accurately predict the popularity of a product or service. A recommendation system may recommend products or services of a particular type.