Abstract: A computer-implemented method of generating dose information for a region of patient anatomy includes determining a first set of dose values for a first three-dimensional (3D) image of the region, wherein each value in the first set of dose values is associated with a different voxel of the first 3D image, and wherein the first 3D image is associated with a specific application of dose to the region; determining a second set of dose values for a representative 3D image of the region, wherein each value in the second set of dose values is associated with a different voxel of the representative 3D image; determining a set of geometric error models for the representative 3D image of the region, wherein each geometric error model in the set of geometric error models indicates a geometric error between a voxel of the representative 3D image and one or more voxels of a treatment fraction 3D image of the region; and based on the second set of dose values and the set of geometric error models, determining a set of do

Abstract: A tool basic module for use with at least one attachment device includes a drive unit, a main output shaft having a shaft receptacle for at least partially receiving a main input shaft of the attachment device, and a coupling device, which has a mechanical interface for mechanically connecting the attachment device to the main output shaft with respect to driving and an electrical interface for transferring electric power and/or an electric current. The mechanical interface is at least in particular substantially cylindrical and has a plurality of interlocking connection elements, which in particular are uniformly arranged on an outer periphery of the mechanical interface and are provided for torque support of the attachment device.

Abstract: Systems and methods for dispensing consumable liquids are disclosed. An example networked system includes a server and a plurality of beverage dispenser stations. Each of the beverage dispenser stations includes a filler including a filler outlet configured to deliver a beverage into a container, an RFID reader configured to read an RFID tag fixed to a water filter through which water for the beverage is to flow, and a controller. The controller is configured determine a duration-of-use of the water filter and a volume of water that has passed through the water filter. Each of the beverage dispenser stations also includes a network communications interface configured to communicate the duration-of-use and the volume of water to the networked administrative server to track use of the water filter among the plurality of beverage dispenser stations.

Abstract: A method of determining total organofluorine in a sample comprising PFAS, comprising: providing a solution of PFAS in an organic solvent to obtain extracted PFAS, or extracting a sample with an organic solvent to obtain extracted PFAS; treating the extracted PFAS with a sodium metal dispersion and alcohol to obtain sodium fluoride; and quantifying the amount of the fluoride. Surprisingly, we discovered that the method recovered substantial fluorine from PFAS and significantly higher yields obtained by selection of the appropriate alcohols. The method is selective for organofluorine from inorganic fluorine.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a steering system comprising a rotatable steering wheel hub; a steering system support column including an off-axis section and an aligned section that are connected by a connection portion. The steering wheel hub is rotatably mounted on the aligned section, while the off-axis section is axially spaced from the steering wheel hub. The steering system comprises a torque feedback device including an electric machine having a rotor and a stator, the rotor being attached to the steering wheel hub so as to be rotatable with the steering wheel hub about the axis of rotation, and the stator being non-rotatably fixed to the aligned section of the steering system support column.

Abstract: The invention relates to a fully automated sanitizing system (1) for shopping trolleys and the like. It provides an automated sanitization and disinfection process, divided into four phases, which guarantees the user to pick up the perfectly sanitized trolley without contact with third parties and steps for other hands, ready for its first use. The system (1) in question consists of an automated island to be placed in the parking area of supermarket or shopping center and consists of two adjacent units, one of which is intended for the storage of used trolleys where subsequently will carry out the sanitization cycle, the other destined to shelter and store the trolleys already sanitized and ready for collection in several rows. The sampling area has been designed in compliance with the anti distances aggregation. The use of this system (1) guarantees the almost total elimination of viral and bacterial loads on the trolleys.

Abstract: A frame member, a monument for a vehicle, and a vehicle are provided. The frame member includes an extrusion that has a spar with first and second opposing surfaces and first and second opposing ends. The spar includes a first retention lip extending from the first planar surface along the first end at an acute angle relative to the first planar surface. The spar includes a rub strip protrusion extending from the first planar surface between the first and second ends. The rub strip protrusion includes a third end and a second retention lip extending from a third surface facing the first retention lip. The second retention lip and the third surface form an acute angle. The extrusion also includes at least two panel protrusions extending from the second planar surface of the spar. A rub strip can include retention tabs with outward-facing notches that engage the first and second retention lips.

Abstract: Embodiments disclosed herein include sockets and socket architectures. In an embodiment, a socket comprises a substrate. In an embodiment, an opening is provided through the substrate. In an embodiment, an elastomeric pin inserted into the opening. In an embodiment, the elastomeric pin is electrically conductive.

Abstract: The disclosed technology provides enhanced financial statements such as credit statements that provide customized payment options to a customer that takes into account the total amount owed by the customer, and past payments made by the customer. The customized payment options are determined with the goal of providing more payment options that encourage financial health, while not overwhelming the customer with too many options or irrelevant options. The customized payment options can be displayed in an interactive user interface for paying a credit statement that can visually inform a user of the benefit of the respective payment options with respect to the impact of the respective payment option on the customer's financial health—at least as it pertains to a credit account for which the statement was issued.

Abstract: A joint compound pan assembly includes an elongate pan having a concavely arcuate bottom side to facilitate joint compound to be efficiently scooped from the elongate pan. A bolt extends downwardly from the elongate pan and a handle with a well threadably receives the bolt. The handle is textured to enhance gripping the handle. A compressible disk is positioned around handle and abuts the bottom side of the elongate pan to enhance comfort for the user.

Abstract: Compositions comprising clathrin nanoparticles and methods for treating neurological-associated disorders.

Abstract: A semiconductor device is provided. The semiconductor device includes a resistive memory device, and at least a first photodetector and a second photodetector positioned adjacent to the resistive memory device to allow for measurement of the intensity of photon emission from a filament of the resistive memory device.

Abstract: Methods, a user data node (120), a policy node (150), an application node (170) and an operator network (101) for enabling management of an attack towards an application (190) hosted by the application node (170) are disclosed. The policy node (150) receives (3) attack information and an identifier of the application (190) to which the attack information applies. The attack information relates to the management of the attack and the attack information comprises a type of attack, a set of detection conditions relating to detection of attacks of the type of attack, and a mitigation action to be invoked when at least one detection condition of the set of detection conditions is fulfilled. In this manner, degeneration of the application (190) caused by the attacks of the type of attack is mitigatable. The policy node (150) generates (13) at least one rule based on the attack information.

Abstract: A method may include delivering a first catheter to a location within an arterial vasculature of a subject. The location may include at least one of an internal carotid artery of the subject or a junction between an ophthalmic artery of the subject and the internal carotid artery of the subject. The method also may include moving a second catheter relative to the first catheter so as to reorient a direction of a distal opening of the second catheter, the second catheter being connected to the first catheter at a joint.

Abstract: A distance measuring device includes a light emission portion for emitting light; a light receiving portion for receiving measurement light that is emitted by the light emission portion and reflected by a measurement object, the light receiving portion comprising a plurality of pixels, each pixel having at least one light receiving portion and outputting a light reception signal that depends on the measurement light incident on the pixel; a discrimination portion for discriminating whether the pixel receives measurement light; a pixel output control portion for selectively outputting the light reception signal of each pixel individually, depending on the determination result of the discrimination portion; and an evaluation portion for receiving the light reception signals output by the pixel output control portion and outputting a distance signal that is indicative of a distance between the measuring device and the measurement object based on these light reception signals.

Abstract: The embodiments disclosed herein utilize fluorescence polarization based preliminary screen to identify a putative set of Cas inhibitors from an initial set of candidate inhibitors. The primary screening assay is followed by secondary screening assay to validate the putative set of inhibitors selected by the preliminary screen. In some embodiments, the present disclosure includes compositions and methods are provided for the inhibition of the function of RNA guided endonucleases, including the identification and use of such inhibitors.

Abstract: The present disclosure develops a water-based peelable coating that can be colored and that when drying at room temperature makes it possible to temporarily protect various surfaces and their manufacturing processes. Notably, the present invention relates to a coating designed by using exclusively naturally occurring polymeric materials, which can be applied by various methods and be used outdoors or indoors on clear, rough and smooth substrates, except woven materials, so as to provide protection and beautification.

Abstract: According to an example, a method for a printing system comprises reading configuration data of a printing environment for the printing system, determining based on the configuration data if a concentration of particles emitted during a printing operation of the printing system will exceed a threshold over a time period, and executing at least one remedial action on the printing operation if the concentration of particles will exceed the threshold.

Abstract: An asset identification and tracking system includes one or more monitoring units configured to monitor at least one designated area. Each of the monitoring units includes an imaging device and one or more processors. The imaging device is configured to generate image data depicting one or more mobile assets that move through the at least one designated area. The one or more processors are operably coupled to the imaging device and configured to analyze the image data to detect and decipher one or more identifiers that are displayed on a particular mobile asset of the one or more mobile assets that move through the at least one designated area. The one or more processors are further configured to generate a detection message that includes the one or more identifiers for communication to an asset control system.

Abstract: An aqueous composition with a higher-than-neutral pH includes a significant amount of one or more surfactants and large amounts of osmotically active solutes. This composition, as well as an acidic counterpart and solid materials, can be used in a variety of applications such as wound care, oral care, medical equipment reprocessing, healthcare acquired infection and implant treatment.