Abstract: Methods and systems are disclosed for processing a vector by a vector processor. Techniques disclosed include receiving predicated instructions by a scheduler, each of which is associated with an opcode, a vector of elements, and a predicate. The techniques further include executing the predicated instructions. Executing a predicated instruction includes compressing, based on an index derived from a predicate of the instruction, elements in a vector of the instruction, where the elements in the vector are contiguously mapped, then, after the mapped elements are processed, decompressing the processed mapped elements, where the processed mapped elements are reverse mapped based on the index.

Abstract: Described herein is a process to prepare plastic masterbatches, compounds, and compositions thereof composed of at least one plastic matrix, at least one low density solvent or low viscosity solvent, optionally at least one dispersant, and at least one type of inorganic particles. The process described herein improves and optimizes migration mechanism of particles to the surface of the compounded plastic composition and reduces the material lost, by first dispersing the inorganic particles in low density solvent or low viscosity solvent followed by extrusion in plastics matrices.

Abstract: Methods and systems are disclosed for processing a vector by a vector processor. Techniques disclosed include receiving predicated instructions by a scheduler, each of which is associated with an opcode, a vector of elements, and a predicate. The techniques further include executing the predicated instructions. Executing a predicated instruction includes compressing, based on an index derived from a predicate of the instruction, elements in a vector of the instruction, where the elements in the vector are contiguously mapped, then, after the mapped elements are processed, decompressing the processed mapped elements, where the processed mapped elements are reverse mapped based on the index.

Abstract: An exhaust system, especially for an internal combustion engine of a vehicle, includes an exhaust gas-carrying duct (14) and a reactant injection device (20) for injecting reactant (R) into exhaust gas (A) flowing in the exhaust gas-carrying duct (14). Downstream of the reactant injection device (20), a mixer device (22) supports the mixing of reactant (R) injected by the reactant injection device (20) with exhaust gas (A) flowing in the exhaust gas-carrying duct (14). Downstream of the reactant injection device (20) and upstream of the mixer device (22), a reactant heating device (24) extends in the exhaust gas-carrying duct (14). The exhaust gas (A) flows in and reactant (R) injected through the reactant injection device (20) flow around the heating device (24).

Abstract: An exhaust gas mixer arrangement for mixing exhaust gases of an internal combustion engine with an additive comprises an exhaust gas flow duct (28) with an inlet area (24) arranged upstream and with a discharge area (26) arranged downstream. The exhaust gas flow duct (28) is bent in a coil-like manner at least in some areas between the inlet area (24) and the discharge area (26).

Abstract: An injection device (14), for introducing a reducing agent (11) into an exhaust gas stream (8) of an exhaust system (7) of an internal combustion engine (1), has an exhaust pipe (15) for guiding the exhaust gas stream (8), which has a connecting piece opening (18) in a wall (17). A connecting piece (16) is inserted with an inner end (19) into the connecting piece opening (18) and is provided for connecting an injector (10) at an outer end (20). Simplified assembly is achieved if the connecting piece (16) has, at an inner end (19), a laterally projecting, fully circumferentially extending collar (22). The collar (22) is in contact, on an inner side (23) of the wall (17), with an opening edge (24) enclosing the connecting piece opening (18) and is welded to the wall (17).

Abstract: A mixer (19), for an exhaust system (7) for mixing and/or evaporating a liquid (13) in an exhaust gas flow (8), especially for an SCR system (9), includes a plurality of guide blades (21) arranged in a star-shaped pattern. Simplified manufacturability of the mixer (19) is achieved if the guide blades (21) are connected each with a centrally arranged core (23) radially on the inside and if the guide blades (21). The guide blades (21) and the core (23) are formed by an integral cast part (24).

Abstract: An exhaust system, especially for an internal combustion engine of a vehicle, includes an exhaust gas-carrying duct (14) and a reactant injection device (20) for injecting reactant (R) into exhaust gas (A) flowing in the exhaust gas-carrying duct (14). Downstream of the reactant injection device (20), a mixer device (22) supports the mixing of reactant (R) injected by the reactant injection device (20) with exhaust gas (A) flowing in the exhaust gas-carrying duct (14). Downstream of the reactant injection device (20) and upstream of the mixer device (22), a reactant heating device (24) extends in the exhaust gas-carrying duct (14). The exhaust gas (A) flows in and reactant (R) injected through the reactant injection device (20) flow around the heating device (24).

Abstract: An exhaust gas mixer arrangement for mixing exhaust gases of an internal combustion engine with an additive comprises an exhaust gas flow duct (28) with an inlet area (24) arranged upstream and with a discharge area (26) arranged downstream. The exhaust gas flow duct (28) is bent in a coil-like manner at least in some areas between the inlet area (24) and the discharge area (26).

Abstract: A mixer for an exhaust gas duct system of an internal combustion engine includes a flow channel element (16) with a flow channel (14), through which exhaust gases can flow in a main direction of flow (S). At least one mixer element (12) in the flow channel element (16) is movable in the flow channel element (16) to change a mixing effect.

Abstract: A mixer (19), for an exhaust system (7) for mixing and/or evaporating a liquid (13) in an exhaust gas flow (8), especially for an SCR system (9), includes a plurality of guide blades (21) arranged in a star-shaped pattern. Simplified manufacturability of the mixer (19) is achieved if the guide blades (21) are connected each with a centrally arranged core (23) radially on the inside and if the guide blades (21). The guide blades (21) and the core (23) are formed by an integral cast part (24).

Abstract: An injection device (14), for introducing a reducing agent (11) into an exhaust gas stream (8) of an exhaust system (7) of an internal combustion engine (1), has an exhaust pipe (15) for guiding the exhaust gas stream (8), which has a connecting piece opening (18) in a wall (17). A connecting piece (16) is inserted with an inner end (19) into the connecting piece opening (18) and is provided for connecting an injector (10) at an outer end (20). Simplified assembly is achieved if the connecting piece (16) has, at an inner end (19), a laterally projecting, fully circumferentially extending collar (22). The collar (22) is in contact, on an inner side (23) of the wall (17), with an opening edge (24) enclosing the connecting piece opening (18) and is welded to the wall (17).

Abstract: An example tube for receiving a fluent material includes a generally large container portion and a nozzle molded with the container portion. The nozzle has a dispensing tip shaped to dispense a non-cylindrical bead.

Abstract: Methods of use of a multi-layer wrap, for providing more comfortable gel treatment to skin and pressure therapy for underlying skin, the wrap allowing for migration of moisture away from the skin while providing compressive musculo-skeletal support to the treatment site.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to laundry compositions which deliver both effective softening and effective cleaning, containing: (a) a cationic polymer having a weight average molecular weight of less than about 850,000 daltons; (b) about 1% to about 60% of a nonionic oil; and (c) at least about 5% of anionic surfactant, wherein the ratio of said cationic polymer to said nonionic oil is less than about 0.25; wherein the ratio of cationic monomeric surfactant to said nonionic oil is less than about 0.2; and having a Softening Parameter of greater than about 70. A method of conditioning articles using the inventive compositions is also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to fabric and textile conditioning compositions with improved particulate soil cleaning, containing particular combinations of cationic polymers and anionic surfactants in combination with a polyvinylpyrrolidone/amphiphilic carboxy containing polymer anti-redeposition system. The cationic polymers are preferably below a particular molecular weight to afford optimal cleaning and conditioning, and must be present in an effective amount to yield a substantial conditioning benefit. A method of conditioning articles using the inventive compositions is also disclosed.

Abstract: A two-ply bandage for treatment of skin while providing orthopedic support having a first layer of gel for contacting the skin and a second layer of an elastic and supportive loop portion of a hook and loop fastener. The product is economically manufactured in the form of long rolls or as a sheet and is easily cut to any desired shape.