Abstract: A method of removing an organic micropollutant from a treatment solution including passing the treatment solution through a membrane, and collecting a filtered solution. The filtered solution contains at least 50% less of the organic micropollutant than the treatment solution. The membrane includes a polysulfone support and an active layer containing zinc oxide (ZnO) nanoparticles.

Abstract: Described herein are systems and methods for digitizing a slide. A system may include a slide; an optical system; and a computing device configured to identify metadata associated with the slide; determine a first scanning parameter as a function of the metadata; and using the optical system, capture a z-stack as a function of the first scanning parameter.

Abstract: An apparatus for the generation of an impedance model of a biological chamber is disclosed. The apparatus includes a catheter assembly comprising a plurality of electrodes arranged into one or more constraint pairs. The apparatus includes a processor and a memory communicatively connected to the processor. The memory instructs the processor to receive tank data. The memory instructs the processor to generate a plurality of relative configurations of the plurality of electrodes as a function of the tank data using a compliant configuration generator. The memory instructs the processor to record voltage data from the plurality of electrodes within a biological chamber as a function of the plurality of relative configurations. The memory instructs the processor to map a plurality of impedance metrics for each relative configuration as a function of the voltage data. The memory instructs the processor to generate an impedance model as a function of the map.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for inline scanned image enrichment is provided. The apparatus includes a computing device configured to receive a plurality of subject data, generate a candidate set to model the scan focal points from, digitally capture the slide using the identified focal points through machine-learning processes, processing the captured image to optimize its viewability, and storing the captured image in an accessible repository.

Abstract: Embodiments are directed to systems and methods for the automation of lot composition and pricing for returned assets sent to auction. Embodiments implement deep learning and optimization techniques to set a starting bid price and create lot composition that will provide an organization with the optimal value for its returned assets. A user portal allows organizations to manage auctions, lots, payment, disputes and other functions for buyers and sellers in the auction marketplace, in addition to viewing data analytics and performing “what if” analysis.

Abstract: A system and method for inspection and cosmetic grading of objects is provided. Camera and lighting assemblies capture images of an object and create a 2D composite image which is processed by an image processing module with a deep learning machine algorithm to detect surface defects in the object. Detected defects are localized and measured for depth of defect by an advanced optical sensor, providing a 3D representation of defects. A cosmetic grading algorithm determines the cosmetic grade of the object and the optimal path of disposition for the item based on the grade.

Abstract: The subject of the invention is new membranes in which tailor-made membrane transport proteins (such as e.g. TCDB classified proteins) act as pore-forming proteins (e.g. FhuA) or peptides which act as pores in the membrane. The membranes can preferably be produced both by linking synthesised protein-polymer conjugates and by direct linking of the pore-forming proteins and peptides. Such membranes are distinguished by many outstanding features which existing membranes have not been able to offer to date.

Abstract: For a wind turbine, an electromagnetically shielding nacelle cover is formed of a composite material which can comprise, for example, an outer layer made of a fiber material or fiber mats such as glass fiber mats and an interposed foam layer. A conductor layer, for example a mesh, a woven fabric or a coating made of conductive material is integrated between the fiber layers of the composite material to provide electromagnetic shielding of the nacelle. The conductor layer is also connected, or can be connected, directly or indirectly, to at least one conductive structure that is applied to the outside of the nacelle cover.

Abstract: For a wind turbine, an electromagnetically shielding nacelle cover is formed of a composite material which can comprise, for example, an outer layer made of a fiber material or fiber mats such as glass fiber mats and an interposed foam layer. A conductor layer, for example a mesh, a woven fabric or a coating made of conductive material is integrated between the fiber layers of the composite material to provide electromagnetic shielding of the nacelle. The conductor layer is also connected, or can be connected, directly or indirectly, to at least one conductive structure that is applied to the outside of the nacelle cover.