Abstract: Methods, network traffic management apparatuses, non-transitory computer readable media, and network traffic management systems that control network traffic with a subscriber-aware disaggregator include mapping a network address in a network packet received from a client to one of a plurality of subscribers in a subscriber database. A master network address for the one of the subscribers is identified from the mapped network address, where the subscriber has at least one other network address associated with the one of the subscribers. The network packet is routed to a determined one of a plurality of processing nodes and processing threads based on the master network address for the one of the subscribers.

Abstract: An autoloader is disclosed for staging samples in vials to be loaded automatically into an analyzer such as a moisture analyzer for moisture analysis. The analyzer uses vials to hold small amounts of sample materials. The autoloader holds the vials in a horizontal orientation for delivery to and removal from the analyzer.

Abstract: A system, apparatus, and method for processing payment transactions that are conducted using a mobile payment device that includes a contactless element, such as an integrated circuit chip. The invention enables one or more of the operations of activation of a payment application, transfer of transaction data, updating of account records, setting or re-setting of a payment application counter or register, or transfer or processing of a script, command, or instruction, with these functions being performed with minimal impact on a consumer. This is accomplished by introducing a pre-tap and/or two-tap operation prior to, or as part of, the transaction flow.

Abstract: An optical assembly is disclosed in which two input pupils of light are projected onto an input grating. The input pupils can be overlapping or non-overlapping. The input grating is configured to receive the input pupils and to diffract them so that they are coupled towards an output element in parallel directions that are laterally separated from one another. The input pupils can be received respectively at a first portion and a second portion of an output element, on either side of a dividing line. The input pupils are received at positions that are symmetrically displaced from the dividing line. The first portion and the second portion are mirror-images of one another, and each can expand light from respective input pupils in an equal and opposite way.

Abstract: The technologies as described herein relate to compositions and methods for the treatment of hemoglobinopathies by increasing fetal hemoglobin in a subject.

Abstract: Provided are systems, methods, and computer-readable media for structured blockchain streams. The method includes receiving, at a server from a first user device corresponding to a first user, a listing request for an item on the server, the listing request comprising: an item media identifier, a stream structure option, the stream structure option comprising a plurality of stream slots; a first wallet address identifier of the first user; and a smart contract identifier; generating, at the server, a voucher comprising the item attributes, the first wallet address identifier of the first user, account information of the first user, the stream structure option, item history and ownership history; storing, at the server, the generated voucher; and outputting, at the server, an item listing corresponding to the item voucher.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are muscle-targeted agents for tissue-specific delivery of therapeutic and diagnostic agents. Also disclosed herein are methods of delivering an agent in a tissue-specific manner, particularly muscle tissue, by targeting a protein expressed on the cell surface of muscle tissue. The methods can be used for detecting, imaging and/or treating pathologies, as well as for diagnostics.

Abstract: A vehicle wheel assembly comprises: a wheel for mounting a tire thereon; and an in-wheel motor mounted in the inner space of the wheel and comprising: a rotor connected to the wheel, wherein a magnet is mounted to a center portion of the rotor rotatably coupled with a bearing assembly and arranged at a rotation axis of the wheel, a stator configured to drive the rotor, a rotary sensor disposed in sensing relationship with the magnet mounted to the center portion of the rotor, the rotary sensor configured to be responsive to rotation of the magnet for generating a signal, and an electronic device comprising a circuit board and electronics; and a brake actuator configured to apply brake to the wheel or the rotor. The electronics mounted on the circuit board comprise a single electronic control unit configured to control both the in-wheel motor and the brake actuator.

Abstract: A personal care device including a body portion; a cleaning unit having a set of cleaning elements, the set of cleaning elements extending in an axis of alignment; a controller and an actuator assembly arranged to be driven by the controller. The actuator assembly includes an actuator configured to generate first and second periodic movements, wherein the first and second periodic movements operate at different frequencies or out-of-phase with each other. The first periodic movement causes the cleaning elements to move in a first direction about a central axis of the personal care device or along a line that is tangential to a platen of the cleaning unit. The second periodic movement causes the cleaning elements to move in a second direction that is different than the first direction, wherein the second direction is normal to the platen of the cleaning unit.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are systems and methods for generating a shared budget for an account associated with a first user and a second user, wherein the first user is associated with a first client device and the second user is associated with a second client device. A notification may be transmitted to the second client device based on an attempted purchase via the first client device. The notification may be displayed in a graphical user interface (GUI) of the second client device, and may include information related to the attempted purchase, such as the cost of one or more items, total value of the shared budget, remaining value in the shared budget, and so on. The second user may approve or decline the purchase request.

Abstract: The present application discloses an aircraft. The aircraft comprises a first wing and a second wing, a fuselage to which the first wing and the second wing are mounted, a first engine operatively mounted to the first wing, and a second engine operatively mounted to the second wing. The aircraft is configured to vertically take-off and land.

Abstract: Provided herein are compounds and formulations useful in treating keratin in hair and/or skin. In certain embodiments, the compounds and formulations provided herein can be used to strengthen hair, e.g., by improving the tensile strength of hair and/or improving hair elongation percentage.

Abstract: A waveguide for use in an augmented reality or virtual reality display comprises a plurality of optical structures in or on a photonic crystal. The plurality of optical structures are arranged in an array to provide two diffractive optical elements overlaid on one another in the waveguide. Each of the two diffractive optical elements is configured to receive light from an input direction and couple it towards the other diffractive optical element which can then act as an output diffractive optical element, providing outcoupled orders towards a viewer. The plurality of optical structures have different respective cross sectional shapes, for a cross section parallel to the plane of the waveguide, at different positions in the array in order to provide different diffraction efficiencies at different positions in the array.

Abstract: Plasma-Activated liquids and methods of using the same are described. In one aspect, a method of manufacturing an integrated circuit includes activating a photolithography liquid with a plasma; and treating a device component with the activated photolithography liquid. In one example, the photolithography liquid is a photoresist. Activating the photoresist liquid may impart reactive species to the photoresist.

Abstract: A self-healing shield panel for protecting a spacecraft against High Velocity Particles (HVPs). The self-healing shield includes an exterior layer and an interior layer connected to define a cavity which contains a dilatant fluid with a plurality of spheroids. The kinetic energy from HVP impact is dispersed by the plurality of spheroids and absorbed by the dilatant fluid. The plurality of spheroids within the cavity move to block a puncture hole in the shield.

Abstract: An optical waveguide combiner includes an optical waveguide substrate and an optical input region. The optical input region includes an optical input diffractive grating integrated in, or disposed on, the optical waveguide substrate. An optical output region includes an optical output diffractive grating integrated in, or disposed on, the optical waveguide substrate, At least one non-diffractive region includes at least one optical non-diffractive array of nanostructures, wherein said at least one optical non-diffractive array of nanostructures is integrated in, or disposed on, the object side of said optical waveguide substrate and at least partially surrounds at least said optical output grating; wherein the external visible reflectance of said at least one non-diffractive array of nanostructures is substantially equal to the external visible reflectance of said optical output grating.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are systems and methods for performing online payment transactions from any web page being accessed on a client device by automatically generating a payment application icon on the web page through which a user can make payments. The content of the web page may be analyzed to determine if the user is conducting a payment. When a payment request is identified, a payment application icon is displayed on the web page. When the user interacts with the payment application icon, a payment prompt is displayed where the user can input payment information. Upon the user providing payment information, a payment server transmit a payment to an account associated with the web page, based on the user's payment information.

Abstract: A self-healing shield panel for protecting a spacecraft against High Velocity Particles (HVPs). The self-healing shield includes an exterior layer and an interior layer connected to define a cavity which contains a dilatant fluid with a plurality of spheroids. The kinetic energy from HVP impact is dispersed by the plurality of spheroids and absorbed by the dilatant fluid. The plurality of spheroids within the cavity move to block a puncture hole in the shield.

Abstract: The invention is directed to stands and methods for making the same. The stand is provided to hold an item such as an electronic device and/or a document. The stand may include (1) a base plate provided to support the stand on a support surface and/or by a user holding the base plate; (2) a plurality of hinge assemblies connected to the base plate; and (3) a platform assembly pivotally connected to the hinge assemblies, such that the angular disposition of the platform assembly is adjustable relative to the base plate.

Abstract: There are provided method and system for identifying and modifying behavior. The method comprises: receiving information relating to a first user's behavior; analyzing the first behavior information to identify first behavioral risk indicators indicative of statistically significant changes in behavior of the first user; and when the identified first behavioral risk indicators meet predefined risk criteria, initiating actions configured to cause the first user to change behavior in the risk activity.