Abstract: Systems, computer program products, and methods are described herein for automated failure resolution in virtual machines. The present disclosure is configured to provide a one-click restart automation across both lower and production environments for various virtual machines. This leads to consistent and predictable virtual machine outages and leverages a secure application programming interface service for reliable, automated virtual machine health validation. The process is standardized, centralized, and updatable or upgradable over time. In addition, the process is also transparent, in that success or failure reporting with error codes is provided via detailed notification processing architecture.

Abstract: A pneumatic tire includes a tread base comprised of a first material, a tread cap comprised of a second material, and a plurality of plugs comprised of a third material. The tread cap is disposed radially outward of the tread base and in operational contact with a ground surface. The plurality of plugs are disposed at least partially within the tread cap. The plurality of plugs yield a tread stiffness in one direction greater than stiffness in at least one other direction.

Abstract: A pneumatic tire includes a tread base comprised of a first material, a tread cap comprised of a second material, and a plurality of plugs comprised of a third material. The tread cap is disposed radially outward of the tread base and in operational contact with a ground surface. The plurality of plugs are disposed at least partially within the tread cap. The plurality of plugs yield a tread stiffness in one direction greater than stiffness in at least one other direction.

Abstract: A system for retrieval and launching of lifeboats, buoys or the like includes a lifeboat provided at a point centrally above the hull, with a rigid, inverted V-shaped suspension member adapted to be engaged by a suspension hook the structure of which allows that it can be engaged with the lifting member or eye without assistance from the lifeboat itself. The hook is also provided with means for preventing inadvertent release thereof, including a downwardly directed nose portion. The engagement of the hook with the suspension member without assistance from the lifeboat is made possible by rolling bars which cause the hook to turn into engagement with the rigid lifting eye of the boat as the hook is lowered into contact therewith. When launching lifeboats or the like, a loosely suspended secondary hook, held by the main hook, holds the boat.