Abstract: Methods and systems are described herein for time synchronization of a distributed sensor array system (“distributed system”). The distributed system includes multiple sensor nodes, which are time-synchronized using a combination of RF signal data and message-based time techniques across multiple communications mechanisms. Time synchronization is implemented both internally between a sensor node's components and over-the-air between different sensor nodes. The distributed system further employs multiple layers of standardized and custom synchronization protocols to build a scalable, potentially zero-hop, time transfer network. The time synchronization accuracies achieved by the time transfer network enable coherency in the distributed system.

Abstract: Methods and systems are described herein for time synchronization of a distributed sensor array system (“distributed system”). The distributed system includes multiple sensor nodes which are time synchronized using status information of a sensor node (e.g., timestamp of an occurrence of an event such as receipt of a request for local timestamp, a receipt of a calibration signal). A timestamp of an occurrence of the event at a sensor node is determined for each of the sensor nodes and a time offset between a timestamp of an occurrence of the event at a reference node of the distributed system and the timestamp of the corresponding sensor node is determined. The distributed system synchronizes each of the sensor nodes based on the time offset of the corresponding sensor node to time align data signals received by the sensor nodes. The time aligned signals are cohered for further processing.

Abstract: Methods and systems are described herein for time synchronization of a distributed sensor array system (“distributed system”). The distributed system includes multiple sensor nodes which are time synchronized using status information of a sensor node (e.g., timestamp of an occurrence of an event such as receipt of a request for local timestamp, a receipt of a calibration signal). A timestamp of an occurrence of the event at a sensor node is determined for each of the sensor nodes and a time offset between a timestamp of an occurrence of the event at a reference node of the distributed system and the timestamp of the corresponding sensor node is determined. The distributed system synchronizes each of the sensor nodes based on the time offset of the corresponding sensor node to time align data signals received by the sensor nodes. The time aligned signals are cohered for further processing.

Abstract: An identity management system may utilize an authentication server for secure contextual information retrieval for authentication messaging. The authentication server may receive, from an application, a request to initiate an authentication procedure associated with an interaction by a user with the application. The authentication server may then transmit, to the user, a request to authenticate the interaction that includes an identifier for contextual information associated with the interaction. The authentication server may further receive, from the user, a request for the contextual information that includes the identifier for the contextual information. In response, the authentication server may transmit, to the user, the contextual information based on the previous request including the identifier for the contextual information. The authentication server then may receive, from the user, an indication of whether the interaction at the application is authenticated.

Abstract: Methods and systems are described herein for adaptive beamforming and interference mitigation using a time synchronized scalable cohered on-array processing system (“system”). The system may be a phased array implementing a software-defined radio using multi-input-multi-output antenna elements. The system includes multiple subarray elements which are configured into a tiered array of scalable subarrays that performs intermediary collation, coherence, noise reduction, and adaptive beamforming operations through processor nodes disposed between tiers. The intermediary collation operations process discrete portions of node excitation data to enable the phased array to generate an adaptive beam profile that directs high-directionality beams toward desired targets while adaptively partitioning interference sources between subarray elements.

Abstract: A fishing hook cover device is provided. The device is comprised of a buoyant device designed to prevent the loss of a fishing rod if dropped in water, while also securing the fishing hook and lure to prevent injury or snagging. The device comprises a body made of waterproof, buoyant foam material that can float and increase the visibility of the rod in low-light conditions through the use of bright colors or reflective elements. The body is typically cylindrical and split into two semi-cylindrical halves connected by a hinge, which can be locked together around the rod, hook, and lure using a locking mechanism. To prevent hooks from catching on the interior, the device features rigid protective members and fasteners that secure the lure and hook inside. Additionally, the body may include an opening for attaching a lanyard for convenient storage.

Abstract: Methods and systems are described herein for adaptive beamforming and interference mitigation using a time synchronized scalable cohered on-array processing system (“system”). The system may be a phased array implementing a software-defined radio using multi-input-multi-output antenna elements. The system includes multiple subarray elements which are configured into a tiered array of scalable subarrays that performs intermediary collation, coherence, noise reduction, and adaptive beamforming operations through processor nodes disposed between tiers. The intermediary collation operations process discrete portions of node excitation data to enable the phased array to generate an adaptive beam profile that directs high-directionality beams toward desired targets while adaptively partitioning interference sources between subarray elements.

Abstract: Methods and systems are described herein for adaptive beamforming and ultra-low frequency GPR surveying using a time synchronized distributed sensor array system (“distributed system”). The distributed system may be a software-defined radio using multi-input-multi-output antenna elements. The distributed system includes multiple sensor nodes which are time synchronized using status information from a sensor node (e.g., timestamp of an occurrence of an event such as receipt of a request for local timestamp, a receipt of a calibration signal). The synchronized distributed system enables the generation of an adaptive beam profile that directs high-directionality beams toward desired targets (e.g., geological features, resource deposits, drill bits, etc.) while cohering the low-frequency signal to generate viable range resolutions and SNR at depths greater than 5000 meters.

Abstract: Methods and systems are described herein for adaptive beamforming and interference mitigation using a time synchronized scalable cohered on-array processing system (“system”). The system may be a phased array implementing a software-defined radio using multi-input-multi-output antenna elements. The system includes multiple subarray elements which are configured into a tiered array of scalable subarrays that performs intermediary collation, coherence, noise reduction, and adaptive beamforming operations through processor nodes disposed between tiers. The intermediary collation operations process discrete portions of node excitation data to enable the phased array to generate an adaptive beam profile that directs high-directionality beams toward desired targets while adaptively partitioning interference sources between subarray elements.

Abstract: The invention relates to a tool for generating steam and combustion gases for producing oil from an oil well. The tool includes a main body with a first end including a connection site for receiving a connection of an input line for fuel and/or water and an air inlet port configured to receive air from the atmosphere around the tool. The tool includes an ignition component arranged within the main body configured to ignite the air and the fuel to generate a flame. The tool includes a combustion chamber for accommodating the flame and extending at a second end of the main body opposite the first end, the combustion chamber defined by a wall and an outlet configured to allow exit of combusted products from the combustion chamber. The tool includes a passageway within the tool from the air inlet port to the combustion chamber.

Abstract: Methods and systems are described herein for time synchronization of a distributed sensor array system (“distributed system”). The distributed system includes multiple sensor nodes, which are time-synchronized using a combination of RF signal data and message-based time techniques across multiple communications mechanisms. Time synchronization is implemented both internally between a sensor node's components and over-the-air between different sensor nodes. The distributed system further employs multiple layers of standardized and custom synchronization protocols to build a scalable, potentially zero-hop, time transfer network. The time synchronization accuracies achieved by the time transfer network enable coherency in the distributed system.

Abstract: Methods and systems are described herein for time synchronization of a distributed sensor array system (“distributed system”). The distributed system includes multiple sensor nodes which are time synchronized using status information of a sensor node (e.g., timestamp of an occurrence of an event such as receipt of a request for local timestamp, a receipt of a calibration signal). A timestamp of an occurrence of the event at a sensor node is determined for each of the sensor nodes and a time offset between a timestamp of an occurrence of the event at a reference node of the distributed system and the timestamp of the corresponding sensor node is determined. The distributed system synchronizes each of the sensor nodes based on the time offset of the corresponding sensor node to time align data signals received by the sensor nodes. The time aligned signals are cohered for further processing.

Abstract: The invention relates to a steam generator tool configured to receive a supply of fuel, oxidant, water and power/control, and therefrom, to combust the fuel and generate steam from the water. The tool can be used downhole or on surface. The tool includes a tool coupling component configured to receive inputs of water, fuel, oxidant and power/control; a flow diversion component coupled to the coupling component and which directs the inputs into the tool; and an ignition component configured to ignite the fuel to produce a flame. Tool further includes a combustion chamber configured to accommodate the flame; and a plurality of water nozzle on the external surface of the tool configured to eject water onto the outer surface of the combustion chamber, the water being converted to steam during operation of the tool. The tool coupling component forms a first, which may be considered the upper end of the steam generator tool and the combustion chamber is at the second, opposite end of the tool.

Abstract: Apparatus, method and wellbore installation to mitigate heat damage to well components during high temperature fluid injection operations such as steam injection from surface through a wellbore. The apparatus includes an injection tubing that conveys the high temperature fluid to an injection zone and an isolation packer through which a lower end of the injection tubing passes. A pipe extends alongside the injection tubing with an outlet end close above the packer. When the apparatus is installed in a wellbore, the pipe creates a cooling fluid circuit that flows from just above the packer up in the wellbore alongside the outer surface of the injection tubing to surface and then back into the pipe.

Abstract: An improvement is provided for routine law enforcement stops by making it safer for police officers and pedestrians. Implementation of smart technology into the industry wide standard use of physical interactions between police officers and pedestrians, a streamed lined method and process will yield optimal results as a safer method and system in executing such a tactic. Utilizing technology i.e. algorithms and databases, servers, and cloud-based infrastructures with application processing interfaces (API's) communicating in this ecosystem, creating a synergy while transferring specific data; will replace the current process of a routine traffic stop.

Abstract: An improvement is provided for routine law enforcement stops by making it safer for police officers and pedestrians. Implementation of smart technology into the industry wide standard use of physical interactions between police officers and pedestrians, a streamed lined method and process will yield optimal results as a safer method and system in executing such a tactic. Utilizing technology i.e. algorithms and databases, servers, and cloud-based infrastructures with application processing interfaces (API's) communicating in this ecosystem, creating a synergy while transferring specific data; will replace the current process of a routine traffic stop.

Abstract: The invention relates to a tool for generating steam and combustion gases for. The tool is configured to enhance the longevity of its ignitor. The tool may have the ignitor recessed in but open to a wall of the tool's combustion chamber, to thereby protect the ignitor from flame impingement during use. The tool may alternately or in addition have passageways for inputs of air, fuel and/or water extending alongside and annularly around the ignitor, to thereby act to cool the ignitor during use.

Abstract: An improvement is provided for routine law enforcement stops by making it safer for police officers and pedestrians. Implementation of smart technology into the industry wide standard use of physical interactions between police officers and pedestrians, a streamed lined method and process will yield optimal results as a safer method and system in executing such a tactic. Utilizing technology i.e. algorithms and databases, servers, and cloud-based infrastructures with application processing interfaces (api's) communicating in this ecosystem, creating a synergy while transferring specific data; will replace the current process of a routine traffic stop.

Abstract: A method for operating an adaptive gateline may include detecting a patron approaching a gateline. The method may include determining whether the gateline should be operated in a standard mode or in a modified mode based at least in part on data from one or more sensors. The method may include operating the gateline in the standard mode or in the modified mode based on the determination. In the modified mode a barrier of the gateline operates to provide one or both of extra time or additional space for the patron to pass through the gateline relative to the standard mode.

Abstract: The invention relates to a steam generator tool configured to receive a supply of fuel, oxidant, water and power/control, and therefrom, to combust the fuel and generate steam from the water. The tool can be used downhole or on surface. The tool includes a tool coupling component configured to receive inputs of water, fuel, oxidant and power/control; a flow diversion component coupled to the coupling component and which directs the inputs into the tool; and an ignition component configured to ignite the fuel to produce a flame. Tool further includes a combustion chamber configured to accommodate the flame; and a plurality of water nozzle on the external surface of the tool configured to eject water onto the outer surface of the combustion chamber, the water being converted to steam during operation of the tool. The tool coupling component forms a first, which may be considered the upper end of the steam generator tool and the combustion chamber is at the second, opposite end of the tool.