Abstract: A diaphragm (18) includes a disk-shaped center planar portion (40) and a first lip (42) and a second lip (44) on the outermost edge of the disk shaped portion (40) and extending transversely to the planar disk portion (40). The first lip (42) is on a first side of the diaphragm (18) and the second lip (44) is on an opposite side of the diaphragm (18). A mounting portion (38) extends outward from the center of the face of the planar portion (40) on the first side of the diaphragm (18). For metering pump applications pumping harsh fluids, the diaphragm (18) is typically made from a fluoropolymer and in particular may be made from polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE).

Abstract: A diaphragm (18) includes a disk-shaped center planar portion (40) and a first lip (42) and a second lip (44) on the outermost edge of the disk shaped portion (40) and extending transversely to the planar disk portion (40). The first lip (42) is on a first side of the diaphragm (18) and the second lip (44) is on an opposite side of the diaphragm (18). A mounting portion (38) extends outward from the center of the face of the planar portion (40) on the first side of the diaphragm (18). For metering pump applications pumping harsh fluids, the diaphragm (18) is typically made from a fluoropolymer and in particular may be made from polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE).

Abstract: Augmented reality methods and systems are described. According to one aspect, an augmented reality computer system includes processing circuitry configured to access an image of the real world, wherein the image includes a real world object, and evaluate the image using a neural network to determine a plurality of augmented reality estimands which are indicative of a pose of the real world object and which are useable to generate augmented content regarding the real world object. Other methods and systems are disclosed including additional aspects directed towards training and using neural networks.

Abstract: Techniques for searching in an image for a particular block of pixels that represents a feature are described herein. The techniques may include searching within an expanding search area to find a block of pixels that has a threshold amount of similarity to a block of pixels of a preceding image. Upon finding a block of pixels that satisfies the threshold, the techniques may search in the image along a path of increasing similarity to the block of pixels of the preceding image.

Abstract: Techniques for searching in an image for a particular block of pixels that represents a feature are described herein. The techniques may include generating feature quality information indicating a quality of the feature with respect to blocks of pixels of the image. The feature quality information may be utilized to locate a block of pixels in a subsequent image that corresponds to the feature. For example, the feature quality information may be utilized to determine whether a block of pixels that has a threshold amount of similarity to the feature actually corresponds to the feature.

Abstract: Techniques for searching in an image for a particular block of pixels that represents a feature are described herein. The techniques may include generating feature quality information indicating a quality of the feature with respect to blocks of pixels of the image. The feature quality information may be utilized to locate a block of pixels in a subsequent image that corresponds to the feature. For example, the feature quality information may be utilized to determine whether a block of pixels that has a threshold amount of similarity to the feature actually corresponds to the feature.

Abstract: Techniques for tracking a pose of a textured target in an augmented reality environment are described herein. The techniques may include processing an initial image representing the textured target to generate feature relation information describing associations between features on different image layers of the initial image. The feature relation information may be used to locate features in different image layers of a subsequent image. Upon locating features in a highest resolution image of the subsequent image, the pose of the textured target may be determined for the subsequent image.

Abstract: Architectures and techniques for augmenting content on an electronic device are described herein. In particular implementations, a user may use a portable device (e.g., a smart phone, tablet computer, etc.) to capture images of an environment, such as a room, outdoors, and so on. As the images of the environment are captured, the portable device may send information to a remote device (e.g., server) to determine whether augmented reality content is associated with a textured target in the environment (e.g., a surface or portion of a surface). When such a textured target is identified, the augmented reality content may be sent to the portable device. The augmented reality content may be displayed in an overlaid manner on the portable device as real-time images are displayed.

Abstract: Techniques for searching in an image for a particular block of pixels that represents a feature are described herein. The techniques may include searching within an expanding search area to find a block of pixels that has a threshold amount of similarity to a block of pixels of a preceding image. Upon finding a block of pixels that satisfies the threshold, the techniques may search in the image along a path of increasing similarity to the block of pixels of the preceding image.

Abstract: Architectures and techniques for augmenting content on an electronic device are described herein. In particular implementations, a user may use a portable device (e.g., a smart phone, tablet computer, etc.) to capture images of an environment, such as a room, outdoors, and so on. As the images of the environment are captured, the portable device may send information to a remote device (e.g., server) to determine whether augmented reality content is associated with a textured target in the environment (e.g., a surface or portion of a surface). When such a textured target is identified, the augmented reality content may be sent to the portable device. The augmented reality content may be displayed in an overlaid manner on the portable device as real-time images are displayed.

Abstract: An example embodiment includes an enterprise media content system. The enterprise media content system includes a data storage device, a network component, and a video control center. The data storage device is configured to store an enterprise media content transcoded into a bundle of renditions. The network component is configured to receive a content request for the enterprise media content from a device and to communicate a most appropriate rendition of the enterprise media content selected from the bundle of renditions to the device. The video control center is configured to determine the most appropriate rendition based on real-time circumstances of the content request.

Abstract: Transport accessories useable with a vehicle for supporting cargo and a method of loading cargo onto a transport accessory useable with a vehicle. In one embodiment, the transport accessory includes a base frame connectable to the vehicle, a second frame slidably connected to the base frame and movable between a retracted position and an extended position relative to the base frame, a carriage pivotally connected to the second frame and pivotable between a substantially horizontal position and an inclined position relative to the second frame, a support frame rigidly connected to the carriage and pivotal therewith between the substantially horizontal position and the inclined position and a transport platform slidably connected to the support frame and slidable between a retracted position and an extended position relative to the support frame. Cargo is loadable on and unloadable from the transport platform when the transport platform is in the extended position.

Abstract: Transport accessories useable with a vehicle for supporting cargo and a method of loading cargo onto a transport accessory useable with a vehicle. In one embodiment, the transport accessory includes a base frame connectable to the vehicle, a second frame slidably connected to the base frame and movable between a retracted position and an extended position relative to the base frame, a carriage pivotally connected to the second frame and pivotable between a substantially horizontal position and an inclined position relative to the second frame, a support frame rigidly connected to the carriage and pivotal therewith between the substantially horizontal position and the inclined position and a transport platform slidably connected to the support frame and slidable between a retracted position and an extended position relative to the support frame. Cargo is loadable on and unloadable from the transport platform when the transport platform is in the extended position.

Abstract: A transporting accessory for a vehicle that includes a base frame that is mountable to the vehicle. The base frame includes two support members. The accessory also includes a second frame that has two extension members. Each extension member is slidably supported by one of the support members. A trolley or carriage is pivotally mounted to the second frame. The carriage has two parallel side arms. Each arm has a guide device. A transport device with one or more tracks is engaged to the carriage. The transport support is movable along a path of travel between a first, retracted position and a second, extended position. The invention also provides a method of loading and unloading cargo from a transporting accessory for a vehicle.

Abstract: A system for handling portable diagnostic equipment. The system includes a powered equipment lift sized and shaped to fit in an overland vehicle. A hooking mechanism is coupled to the bottom of the equipment lift and a portable cart is hooked to the hooking mechanism. The hooking mechanism includes an attachment tube coupled to the bottom of the equipment lift and a pivot bar is inserted through the attachment tube and freely rotatable within it. One or more hooks are coupled to the pivot bar, in one embodiment, one on each end. The hooks are designed to hold a portable workstation cart. The cart has a base platform with a plurality of wheels. In addition to acting as a shelf for heavy equipment, the main platform also supports a vertical frame. The vertical frame has two upstanding arms and supports a second shelf which is designed to accommodate medical equipment. Positioned above the second shelf is a second frame with a flip-out tray.

Abstract: A vehicle-based equipment handling device is constructed by installing tracks into the vehicle along which a carriage slides. A yoke is attached to the carriage at pivot points and is caused to pivot by the action of an extension cylinder. The yoke engages the equipment at its approximate center of gravity to allow easier positioning of the equipment. When the yoke has been actuated by the piston to lift the equipment, the carriage slides along the tracks to load the equipment into the vehicle. One particularly useful application of the equipment handling device is as a loading and unloading device for a portable x-ray machine.

Abstract: A cargo handling device for use in an overland vehicle. The cargo handling device includes a base frame which is capable of being mounted on the floor of the overland vehicle. A pair of extension members is individually borne by the base members and moveable along a predetermined path of travel from a first, stowed position, to a second, deployed position. A vertical lift is connected to each of the individual extension members at a single pivot point on each respective extension member. The lift can move from a first position, where the it is disposed in a substantially horizontal position, to a second position, where the it is disposed in a substantially vertical position. The vertical lift includes one or more longitudinally positioned tracks and an actuator having a first portion which is mounted to the lift and a second portion. A cargo support assembly is slidably engaged with the one or more tracks and connected to the second portion of the actuator.

Abstract: A cargo handling assembly for use in an overland vehicle including a base frame which is capable of being mounted on the floor of the overland vehicle. A pair of extension members is individually borne by the base members. The exterior members are moveable along a predetermined path of travel from a first, stowed position, to a second, deployed position. A pair of carriages is slidably borne by the individual extension members. The carriages are moveable along a path of travel from a first position, where the respective carriages are located in spaced relation relative to the distal end of the respective extension members, to a second position, where the carriages are located near the distal end of the respective extension members. A cargo support assembly having a top end is rotatably connected to each individual extension member at a single pivot point.