Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally to alloys, and in particular, to iron alloys.

Abstract: Endophyte inoculant compositions, methods of making such compositions, methods of using such compositions, and physiologically altered plants treating with such compositions are disclosed. The endophyte inoculant composition may include one or more of endophyte strains WW5, WW6, WW7, and PTD1, which promote plant mineral nutrient acquisition and uptake, vigor, health, growth, and yield when applied to non-native host plants.

Abstract: A modular system of light strips is configured for use on a roadway surface. The light strips are configured to withstand vehicular traffic driving over the light strips. The light strips have a rigid, durable housing protecting a series of LEDs within the housing. LED lenses direct light from the LEDs through the sidewall of the housing at vehicular traffic on the roadway. The channel is filled with a protective material, such as a polymer resin that protects the LEDs and power supply. The modular system includes a power source or can connect to a power grid. The modular system can include a sensor to activate the system and/or to control the light brightness Preferably the light strips connect together or can be substituted for one another to be interchangeable and easily carried, moved, installed and disassembled.

Abstract: Endophyte inoculant compositions, methods of making such compositions, methods of using such compositions, and physiologically altered plants treating with such compositions are disclosed. The endophyte inoculant composition may include one or more of endophyte strains WW5, WW6, WW7, and PTD1, which promote plant mineral nutrient acquisition and uptake, vigor, health, growth, and yield when applied to non-native host plants.

Abstract: Endophyte inoculant compositions, methods of making such compositions, methods of using such compositions, and physiologically altered plants treating with such compositions are disclosed. The endophyte inoculant composition may include one or more of endophyte strains WW5, WW6, WW7, and PTD1, which promote plant mineral nutrient acquisition and uptake, vigor, health, growth, and yield when applied to non-native host plants.

Abstract: Devices and methods related to drying absorbent articles with water reactive materials are generally described.

Abstract: Devices and methods related to drying absorbent articles with water reactive materials are generally described.

Abstract: A mantel for a fireplace includes a mantel body and a heat resistant coating. The mantel body has a frame, wherein each portion of the frame is formed of a first heat resistant material. The mantel body also has an overlay housing secured to the frame, wherein each portion of the overlay housing is formed of a second heat resistant material. The heat resistant coating is applied to the mantel body and is more particularly a powder coating.

Abstract: Devices and methods related to drying absorbent articles with water reactive materials are generally described.

Abstract: A recommender system includes an information storage and a recommender. The recommender configures the information storage according to a recommender data structure. The data structure includes multiple nodes, each including an inquiry hook and an option hook connected to each other. The inquiry hook includes an inquiry text corresponding to a user inquiry. In the data structure, a first node is associated with one or more child nodes, wherein the user inquiry text of the first node has one or more option values, each option value is included respectively in the option hook of the child nodes. The inquiry hook of at least one of the multiple nodes includes an end point hook, which corresponds to one or more of the following recommendation actions: recommending a carrier, manual submission, and declining coverage. The recommender system may traverse the recommender data structure to retrieve recommendation action(s) to the user.

Abstract: A system for georeferencing three-dimensional (3D) geometric data associated with a global positioning system (GPS)-denied environment. The system includes an apparatus couplable to a mobile platform and a computing system communicably couplable with the apparatus. The apparatus includes a processing circuit and a range sensor and/or a camera. The computing system includes a 3D generator module configured to generate a digital 3D model of the GPS-denied environment based on data acquired by the range sensor and/or the camera, a 3D survey control generator module configured to identify a survey control point within the GPS-denied environment and generate a 3D digital anchor within the 3D model of the GPS-denied environment, a georeferencing module configured to apply one or more non-rigid transformations to the 3D model of the GPS-denied environment, and a second processing circuit communicably couplable with the 3D generator module, the 3D survey control generator module and the georeferencing module.

Abstract: A window assembly for installing in a window framing (also referred to as a “window casing”) of a wall of a building. The window assembly is configured to have a frameless appearance when installed with the finish surround installed around the interior and/or exterior of the window. The window assembly also allows the glass panel to be removed with a minimum of removal of the finish surround, such as without removing any of the finish surround, or only removing the finish surround around several sides of the only one of the interior or exterior of the window. For example, in most cases, only the interior finish surround around the right side and left side of the installed window frame needs to be removed to remove and replace the glass panel. Furthermore, the window assembly includes an integrated drain for draining moisture which leaks into the window assembly.

Abstract: A modular system of light strips is configured for use on a roadway surface. The light strips are configured to withstand vehicular traffic, such as passenger cars, trucks, and even heavy equipment such as found in a construction zone. The light strips have a rigid, durable housing that protects a series of LEDs within the housing. The LEDs are preferably positioned fully within the housing, with lenses directing light from the LEDs through the sidewall of the housing and toward vehicular traffic on the roadway. The channel is filled with a protective material, such as a polymer resin, for example a polyurethane resin, that serves to protect the LEDs and power supply running within the channel. The modular system can be provided with a power source, such as solar panels, or alternatively configured for connection to a power grid.

Abstract: A system. The system includes an apparatus and a computing system. The apparatus is couplable to a mobile platform and includes a sensing device and/or a camera. The computing system includes an anchor module configured to define a plurality of virtual anchors associated with a subterranean structure; a movement determination module configured to determine a movement of at least one of the virtual anchors, and a movement classification module configured to determine a type of subterranean structure movement based on the determined movement of the at least one of the virtual anchors. The type of subterranean structure movement comprises convergence, subsidence, movement along a fault line, cross-sectional movement, longitudinal movement and/or hidden movement.

Abstract: A window assembly for installing in a window framing (also referred to as a “window casing”) of a wall of a building. The window assembly is configured to have a frameless appearance when installed with the finish surround installed around the interior and/or exterior of the window. The window assembly also allows the glass panel to be removed with a minimum of removal of the finish surround, such as without removing any of the finish surround, or only removing the finish surround around several sides of the only one of the interior or exterior of the window. For example, in most cases, only the interior finish surround around the right side and left side of the installed window frame needs to be removed to remove and replace the glass panel. Furthermore, the window assembly includes an integrated drain for draining moisture which leaks into the window assembly.

Abstract: Systems, methods, and non-transitory computer-readable media provide a provide an apparatus for initializing cooling circulation with a de-gas pumping system in a vehicle. The apparatus includes a de-gas tank filled with cooling liquid, disposed at a first height within a chamber of the vehicle, a pump connected with the de-gas tank via a pipe, disposed at a second height lower than the first height within the chamber, and a filling reservoir disposed in proximity to the pump and at a substantially similar height with the second height within the chamber.

Abstract: In one embodiment, the apparatus includes a temperature-controlled enclosure for a sensing device comprising insulating air gaps, a fan, and a heatsink. The enclosure maintains the sensing device within a desired operating temperature range while operating in automotive environments with high ambient temperatures and solar radiation. The enclosure is configured to be securely affixed to an automobile interior and has a configuration of temperature-control systems which allows for unimpeded functioning of the sensing device's communications hardware.

Abstract: In one embodiment, the apparatus includes a temperature-controlled enclosure for a sensing device comprising insulating air gaps, a fan, and a heatsink. The enclosure maintains the sensing device within a desired operating temperature range while operating in automotive environments with high ambient temperatures and solar radiation. The enclosure is configured to be securely affixed to an automobile interior and has a configuration of temperature-control systems which allows for unimpeded functioning of the sensing device's communications hardware.

Abstract: A stab (pin and sleeve) electrical connector with improved safety is described. The female (sleeve) connector exterior surface is coated or made from with a nonconductive insulating material. A pressure loaded insulator plug is disposed inside the female sleeve. An electrical connection is made when the male (pin) connector is inserted into the female sleeve. The male pin contacts the insulator plug inside the female sleeve, causing compression, and makes electrical contact with the uninsulated inside of the sleeve. As the male pin is removed, the pressure mechanism of the insulator plug pushes the plug out flush with the external insulated surface making the female sleeve touch safe. Therefore, embodiments provide a high level of safety for the pin and sleeve electrical connection method without adding large or troublesome moving parts.

Abstract: A recommender system includes an information storage and a recommender. The recommender configures the information storage according to a recommender data structure. The data structure includes multiple nodes, each including an inquiry hook and an option hook connected to each other. The inquiry hook includes an inquiry text corresponding to a user inquiry. In the data structure, a first node is associated with one or more child nodes, wherein the user inquiry text of the first node has one or more option values, each option value is included respectively in the option hook of the child nodes. The inquiry hook of at least one of the multiple nodes includes an end point hook, which corresponds to one or more of the following recommendation actions: recommending a carrier, manual submission, and declining coverage. The recommender system may traverse the recommender data structure to retrieve recommendation action(s) to the user.