Abstract: Optimization of existing neural networks and optimization of newly defined neural networks is provided. The system starts from an existing neural network with a known state or from a set of desired characteristics for a newly defined neural network and creates a first generation of candidate neural networks with random variations of architectural structures and hyperparameters. Fitness functions are established to evaluate the candidate neural networks. Each candidate neural network is trained and operated and then evaluated using the fitness functions. Top performing architectural structures and hyperparameters are identified and used to create a second generation of candidate neural networks that trained, operated and evaluated. The process iteratively continues until an optimized candidate neural network is determined.

Abstract: A control system for an aircraft including first and second lanes having respective first and second processors dissimilar to one another and configured to output respective first and second computation data. At least one programmable logic device may be configured to receive the first computation data output and the second computation data output, determine a difference therebetween, and transmit a corrective computation data output to the first processor and the second processor via respective feedback loops if the difference between the first computation data output and the second computation data output exceeds a predetermined threshold value.

Abstract: A hydro-mechanical transmission for an agriculture vehicle, such as a tractor. The transmission includes an input shaft, a hydrostatic unit driven by the input shaft, a mechanical transmission driven by the hydrostatic unit and/or the input shaft, and a valve assembly having a pressure control valve assembly to control an output speed of the hydrostatic unit. A mechanical shift control valve assembly is coupled with the mechanical transmission to selectively engage one of the gear sets of the mechanical transmission and adjust the hydrostatic unit speed.

Abstract: A method of comparing output information from dissimilar processors includes storing a task in a first memory and storing the task in a second memory at substantially the same time as the first memory. The time of the storing being is controlled by a first arbitration logic and a second arbitration logic. The method also includes receiving the task by a first processor from the first memory and receiving the task by a second processor from the memory at substantially the same time as the first processor. The time being received is controlled by a first arbitration logic and a second arbitration logic. The second processor being dissimilar to the first processor. The method further includes computing a first output by the first processor based on the task and computing a second output by the second processor based on the task. The method still further includes, synchronizing the first and second outputs so that the first and second outputs are output at substantially the same time.

Abstract: A hydro-mechanical transmission for an agriculture vehicle, such as a tractor. The transmission includes an input shaft, a hydrostatic unit driven by the input shaft, a mechanical transmission driven by the hydrostatic unit and/or the input shaft, and a valve assembly having a pressure control valve assembly to control an output speed of the hydrostatic unit. A mechanical shift control valve assembly is coupled with the mechanical transmission to selectively engage one of the gear sets of the mechanical transmission and adjust the hydrostatic unit speed.

Abstract: A hydro-mechanical transmission for an agriculture vehicle, such as a tractor. The transmission includes an input shaft, a hydrostatic unit driven by the input shaft, a mechanical transmission driven by the hydrostatic unit and/or the input shaft, and a valve assembly having a pressure control valve assembly to control an output speed of the hydrostatic unit. A mechanical shift control valve assembly is coupled with the mechanical transmission to selectively engage one of the gear sets of the mechanical transmission and adjust the hydrostatic unit speed.

Abstract: A hydro-mechanical transmission for an agriculture vehicle, such as a tractor. The transmission includes an input shaft, a hydrostatic unit driven by the input shaft, a mechanical transmission driven by the hydrostatic unit and/or the input shaft, and a valve assembly having a pressure control valve assembly to control an output speed of the hydrostatic unit. A mechanical shift control valve assembly is coupled with the mechanical transmission to selectively engage one of the gear sets of the mechanical transmission and adjust the hydrostatic unit speed.

Abstract: One aspect of the invention is a method for presenting a virtual reality setting for an interaction. An example of the method includes presenting a streaming video of a real-world background scene, and presenting a series of individual video clips that are joined into the appearance of a continuous streaming image of a real-world character. The method also includes inputting an operator's choice of action or inaction, and updating a current state based on the operator's action or inaction. The method further includes using the current state by a decision logic to determine a response in the setting by the character, and using the current state by the decision logic to determine a selection of how to control video of the character and how to control video of the background. The method may also include simultaneously presenting a three-dimensional representation and a two-dimensional representation of a playing area.

Abstract: A server-based video game system maintains a number of video game characters having computer-simulated genetic (“digenetic”) structures that prescribe a number of physical and cognitive performance traits and characteristics for the video game characters. The system allows end users to establish remote online access to the game characters (via, e.g., the Internet). The results of competitions and training activities are based upon the game characters' digenetics, the conditions of the game environment, and the game characters' current levels of physical and cognitive development. The game characters' performance capabilities and cognition are updated continuously in response to the results of competitions and training activities. Competition and training results can be processed by the game servers and transmitted to the end user presentation devices for graphics rendering. In this manner, the video game system need not be burdened by network latency and other delays.

Abstract: A server-based video game system maintains a number of video game characters having computer-simulated genetic (“digenetic”) structures that prescribe a number of physical and cognitive performance traits and characteristics for the video game characters. The system allows end users to establish remote online access to the game characters (via, e.g., the Internet). The results of competitions and training activities are based upon the game characters' digenetics, the conditions of the game environment, and the game characters' current levels of physical and cognitive development. The game characters' performance capabilities and cognition are updated continuously in response to the results of competitions and training activities. Competition and training results can be processed by the game servers and transmitted to the end user presentation devices for graphics rendering. In this manner, the video game system need not be burdened by network latency and other delays.

Abstract: A bus system including a bus user apparatus and a method for communicating via the bus system are disclosed. The bus user apparatus includes means for means for selectively coupling a transmitter to the transmission line according to a protocol of the bus system. The bus system provides bi-directional communication over a single transmission line. The transmitter of the transmitting device is coupled to the transmission line during transmission. Upon completion of transmission, the transmitting device sends a permission to transmit signal to the next transmitting device according to the protocol, and decouples its transmitter from the transmission line. The next transmitting device couples its transmitter to the transmission line and begins transmission of data. Multiple bus users, both transmitters and receivers, are accommodated by the bus system, and bi-directional communication is supported.

Abstract: A server-based video game system maintains a number of video game characters having computer-simulated genetic (“digenetic”) structures that prescribe a number of physical and cognitive performance traits and characteristics for the video game characters. The system allows end users to establish remote online access to the game characters (via, e.g., the Internet). The results of competitions and training activities are based upon the game characters' digenetics, the conditions of the game environment, and the game characters' current levels of physical and cognitive development. The game characters' performance capabilities and cognition are updated continuously in response to the results of competitions and training activities. Competition and training results can be processed by the game servers and transmitted to the end user presentation devices for graphics rendering. In this manner, the video game system need not be burdened by network latency and other delays.

Abstract: A server-based video game system maintains a number of video game characters having computer-simulated genetic (“digenetic”) structures that prescribe a number of physical and cognitive performance traits and characteristics for the video game characters. The system allows end users to establish remote online access to the game characters (via, e.g., the Internet). The results of competitions and training activities are based upon the game characters' digenetics, the conditions of the game environment, and the game characters' current levels of physical and cognitive development. The game characters' performance capabilities and cognition are updated continuously in response to the results of competitions and training activities. Competition and training results can be processed by the game servers and transmitted to the end user presentation devices for graphics rendering. In this manner, the video game system need not be burdened by network latency and other delays.

Abstract: A current generator (8) is provided. A voltage delta circuit (15) is operable to generate a voltage difference between a first circuit node (NODE 1) and a second circuit node (NODE 2) and is operable to generate a first current (I.sub.1) and a second current (I.sub.2). A junction field-effect-transistor (14) is coupled to the first circuit node (NODE 1) and the second circuit node (NODE 2). The junction field-effect-transistor (14) operates in a resistive region to stabilize a temperature characteristic of the first current (I.sub.1) and the second current (I.sub.2). A current mirror circuit (19) coupled to the voltage delta circuit (15), the current mirror circuit (19) operable to receive the first current (I.sub.1) and the second current (I.sub.2).

Abstract: An integrated circuit device (10) has an operational amplifier (12) and a charge pump (14) for creating a negative voltage level -Vcc. The operational amplifier (12) preferably has various sub-components. In particular, a bias generator (36) is included and connected to a neutral voltage level (31) isolated from the negative voltage level and providing current for operational amplifier (12). An input stage (38) has inputs (16 and 18) for receiving two input signals and maintains the input signals in a balanced signal path. A conversion circuitry (40) receives the input signals and creates a single differential signal eliminating noise received in the input stage (38). An output stage prepares this single differential signal for transfer out of the operational amplifier (12).

Abstract: A spring-applied, pressure-released parking brake is controlled by an electrohydraulic control system. A solenoid operated parking brake control valve and a manually operated tow control valve control communication between the engine driven pump, the sump, the operator driven pump and the release chamber of the parking brake so that the parking brake can be released and applied during normal operation of the engine driven pump and so that the parking brake can be released by operation of the operator driven pump when the vehicle is shut down. A transport sump valve and an inlet check valve operate to prevent the parking brake from engaging while the vehicle is moving too fast, as a result of operator error, hydraulic failure or electrical failure.

Abstract: A sixteen forward speed, four reverse speed transmission is provided having a very high efficiency and excellent shift quality. The gear ratios are selected so that a relatively large ratio spacing is provided between each gear step in the low-speed PTO usage range and in the high-speed transport usage range, while a much smaller gear ratio spacing is provided in the intermediate tillage or field usage range. The gear ratios are selected to minimize the number of clutches being changed to shift from one gear to the next, with minimal speed and momentum differences required inside the transmission during each shift. Just two shifts have a large ratio change, and they are positioned in locations having minimal usage, thereby minimizing operator awareness of these gear ratio spacings. The total number of meshes through the transmission is minimized to provide maximum efficiency.

Abstract: An oil passage connection between a shaft and a clutch drum is sealed by intentionally providing an imbalance in the forces acting on splines mounting the clutch drum to the shaft. The sides of at least some of the splines are angled, so that at least some part of any torque applied between the clutch drum and shaft is resolved into radial components. By providing a differing number of splines, or an asymmetrical positioning of the splines, the net force can be designed to force the sides of the shaft and the clutch drum adjacent to the oil passage tightly together. This is most easily accomplished by simply omitting one or more splines from the clutch drum on either side of the oil passage. With such a structure, the same splines on the shaft can be used to mount gears and the like, which normally require symmetrical distribution of forces.

Abstract: A multi-disk synchronizer is provided wherein the complicated portions of the elements required for the neutral detent mechanism, the blocking mechanism and to prevent overtravel of the shift collar all are provided in a blocking insert held in a slot in the shift collar. The blocking insert preferably is cast, and this mechanism can be used with any type of synchronizer. In addition, the synchronizer rings for the multi-disk synchronizer is formed by stamping and pressing heavy sheet metal rather than by casting and machining a part. The combination of the blocking insert and the stamped synchronizer rings significantly reduces the machining required to manufacture the synchronizer.

Abstract: Convertible packaging for a stack of leaved paper, such as fan-folded computer paper, provides a tray-shaped receptacle which may be converted to a binder for binding the paper after it has been printed on. The tray-shaped receptacle has detachable sidewalls and a bottom panel which are formed to be reassembled as a binder for computer printout and the like.