Abstract: A computing device is provided which comprises memory and a processor in communication with the memory. The processor is configured to autonomously acquire input parameter values, comprising one of monitored device input parameter values from a component of the computing device and monitored user input parameter values. The processor is also configured to select, from a plurality of modes of operation, a mode of operation comprising parameter settings which are determined based on the acquired input parameter values, each of the plurality of modes of operation comprising different parameter settings configured to control the computing device to operate at a different level of performance. The processor is also configured to control operation of the computing device by tuning the parameter settings of the computing device according to the selected mode of operation comprising the determined parameter settings.

Abstract: An example device comprises: a surface-type sensor to detect a type of surface on which the device is located; a proximity sensor; and a processor. The processor is to: in response to detecting, using the surface-type sensor, that the device is located on a soft-type surface, increase noise output of the device; and, in response to detecting, using the proximity sensor, that a plurality of persons are proximal the device, decrease the noise output of the device.

Abstract: Example implementations relate to a thermal management door assembly. One example apparatus includes a first fan assembly including an intake region and an exhaust region. The apparatus also includes a second fan assembly aligned with the first fan assembly. The apparatus further includes a thermal management door assembly positioned between the first fan assembly and the second fan assembly. The thermal management door assembly includes a frame coupled to the first fan assembly and to the second fan assembly. The thermal management door assembly also includes a sealing door movably coupled to the frame to control an amount of air recirculation from the exhaust region to the intake region.

Abstract: A modular system for transmitting power and data between a control processor that receives and transmits signals along a trunk of a distributed control network, and one or more field devices located in a hazardous area includes a backplane bus and a trunk module connected to the backplane and interconnecting the trunk and backplane. Intrinsically safe spur modules are removably attached to the backplane.