Abstract: A medical connector for use in a fluid pathway. A valve member with sealing rings helps preclude undesired accumulation of fluid within the connector. A branched connector includes a fluid diverter extending away from a port of the branched connector. The fluid diverter is configured to divert fluid flowing through the branched connector and into a medical connector attached thereto, flushing a distal portion of the medical connector.

Abstract: Air cleaner assemblies, components therefor, and features thereof are described. Also described are methods of assembly and use. In depicted examples, the air cleaner assemblies and components optionally use advantageous housing seal features. Methods of assembly and use are described.

Abstract: A breakaway medical connector can include a housing with engagement features that interface with corresponding engagement features on a breakaway member so that the breakaway is attached to the housing. A second connector can couple to the breakaway member to provide a fluid connection between the first connector and the second connector. If a force above a threshold is applied that pulls the second connector apart from the breakaway connector, the engagement features can be overcome and the breakaway member can detach from the housing. The second connector can detach from the first connector along with the breakaway member. The connector can have a valve that closes the fluid pathway upon the separation of the breakaway member from the housing. The connector can impede reconnection after the breakaway disconnection. The connector can permit reconnection using a tool that disinfects the connector.

Abstract: A portable net system for net games is disclosed which provides for rapid assembly, lightweight construction, durability against damage while assembling and playing, and also provides enhancements inherent in the design which allow for improved marketing and advertising during tournaments. The net functions through having a bow-shaped tensioning rod reacting against the net top-tape to provide primary shape, net tension and height control. A vertical post at each distal end is attached to the foldable feet to provide lateral stability, and these are attached to the net via insertion into the net end-band and durably connected via the rigid bow end-connectors. Removable end-panels at each end net termination provides for a self-tensioned surface where advertising and sponsor labels may be attached.

Abstract: Various embodiments of the present disclosure include a scalable distributed computing and network system that is configured to update multitude of passive devices in many isolated networks. The system may include a centralized update service (CUS) computing device that receives a firmware file, generates a firmware profile, identifies passive devices that include outdated firmware, select one of the identified passive devices as a test device, and send the firmware file to the test device through intermediates and proxy agents. The CUS computing device receives feedback from the test device, generates a trust score for the firmware file based on the received feedback, and determine whether to send the firmware file to the other identified passive devices based on the generated trust score.

Abstract: Air cleaner assemblies, components therefor, and features thereof are described. Also described are methods of assembly and use. In depicted examples, the air cleaner assemblies and components optionally use advantageous housing seal features. Methods of assembly and use are described.

Abstract: Hardened reusable shipping containers (e.g., shippers) are disclosed herein. A shipper may have a base enclosure that is configured to receive a payload and maintain a temperature of an environment surrounding the payload. The shipper may have various features such as bosses, compartments, and surface features to facilitate protection of a dewar inside the base enclosure, and retention of a payload during shipment. The shipper may have various features to facilitate ready stacking of shippers and suitability for use in air cargo operations.

Abstract: Various embodiments of the present disclosure include a scalable distributed computing and network system that is configured to install, update or revoke certificates in a multitude of passive devices in many isolated networks. Various embodiments may include a processor in a computing device associating a certificate profile with one or more passive devices in a plurality of passive devices in one or more isolated networks, generating a certificate signing request (CSR) message for each of the associated passive devices, sending the generated CSR messages to a certificate authority, receiving digital certificates from the certificate authority, and sending the received digital certificates to their respective associated passive devices.

Abstract: A stator for an electric motor is described. An example stator includes a stator core having teeth that are radially arranged about a common central axis of the stator and located in a spaced apart manner from one another. Each tooth has an inward portion and an outward portion. The example stator further includes an electrically transmissive coil of wire that is wound contiguously upon the inward portions of at least a subset of teeth from the plurality of teeth. The stator also includes wedge members that are radially arranged about the common central axis and located intermittently with the plurality of teeth such that each wedge member abuts with the outward portions of adjacently located teeth.

Abstract: A medical connector can include a threaded connection fitting configured to couple to a medical implement by rotation of the medical implement in a tightening direction relative to the threaded connection fitting. The threaded connection fitting can include one or more first engagement features. The connector can have a fluid pathway for transferring fluid through the device and a rotation mechanism. The rotation mechanism permits the threaded connection fitting to rotate in a loosening direction relative to the housing, such as to impede unintended disconnection of the medical implement from the threaded connection fitting. In some cases, the connector can have a disengaged configuration that permits the threaded connection fitting to rotate relative to the housing in the tightening direction and in the loosening direction.

Abstract: A medical connector for use in a fluid pathway includes a housing configured to permit fluid flow between a first medical device and a second device or location. The medical connector includes a valve member configured to be positioned at least partially within the housing. The valve member is configured to receive the first medical device. The valve member can be moved into a second state. The connector can be adapted for use with a catheter assembly.

Abstract: A burner for combusting low pressure gas includes: an outer wall configured as a venturi including a lower end, a mid throat section, and an upper end, the lower end being bell shaped and the upper end further including an upper end inner diameter; and a nozzle configured to receive and deliver a low-pressure gas stream, the nozzle having an opening into the lower end.

Abstract: Systems and methods here may be used for analyzing images of gemstones to automatically assign a haziness and/or fluorescence grade to the gemstone using contrast analysis on pixelated, digital images of the gemstones.

Abstract: A computer includes a processor and a memory, and the memory stores instructions executable by the processor to receive a plurality of first message patterns; receive a plurality of second message patterns; determine a set of differences between the first message patterns and the second message patterns; for at least one of the differences, determine a respective resolution in favor of either the first message patterns or the second message patterns; and generate a plurality of third message patterns. The message patterns define messaging between electronic control units on board a vehicle. The message patterns include values for attributes assigned to the respective message patterns. The third message patterns include the at least one resolution and commonalities between the first message patterns and the second message patterns.

Abstract: A taco shell is produced by applying a plasticizing agent to a base or spine portion of a hard taco shell, such as by targeted spraying, rolling, brushing or dipping of the taco shells, thereby softening the base or spine portion, preferably across a strip width between 4 mm-20 mm. As a result, when the taco shell is bitten, the softened base portion has some hinging flexibility or pliability which reduces the potential for any crack propagation. Therefore, the structural integrity of the hard taco shell can be better maintained while be eaten, resulting in retention of the fillings and less mess. If desired, an anti-migration agent can also be applied to assure containment of the plasticizing agent in the targeted region.

Abstract: Systems and methods here may be used for analyzing images of gemstones to automatically assign a haziness and/or fluorescence grade to the gemstone using contrast analysis on pixelated, digital images of the gemstones.

Abstract: A vehicle system includes a first control module, a plurality of second control modules, and a vehicle network. The vehicle network communicatively couples the first control module and the second control modules. The first control module is programmed to generate an update command including a plurality of authentication keys and transmit the update command over the vehicle network. The update command is functionally addressed to be receivable by the second control modules. Each second control module is programmed to receive a configuration file; in response to receiving the update command, identify the authentication keys in the update command that are associated with that second control module based on the configuration file; and update with the identified authentication keys.

Abstract: A vehicle system includes a first control module. The first control module is programmed to generate an update command including a plurality of authentication keys and a mapping associating the authentication keys with a plurality of second control modules transmit the update command over a vehicle network. The update command is functionally addressed to be receivable by the second control modules.

Abstract: Hemodynamic monitoring system is presented. In one embodiment, a system for non-invasive monitoring of a subject's heart includes an RF transmitting antenna. The RF transmitting antenna is configured for transmitting at least one transmitted RF signal toward the subject. The system also includes an RF receiving antenna. The RF receiving antenna is configured for receiving at least one received RF signal transmitted by the RF transmitting antenna and modified by a subject's body. The RF transmitting antenna and the RF receiving antenna are located on opposing sides of a planar projection of the subject's heart. The system also includes a processing circuit configured for: controlling transmitting and receiving of the RF signal, and determining, based on the at least one received RF signal, at least one physiological parameter of the subject.