Abstract: A deformation detection device detects deformation of a display system, such as a head-mounted display (HMD). The deformation detection device employs one or more sensors configured to detect one or more variations in positional and angular relationships of sensors, displays, and/or other components of the HMD to determine deviations from an original configuration of the HMD. The deformation detection device stores the variations in the positional and angular relationships for subsequent use during a re-calibration process that restores the viewing experience on the HMD.

Abstract: A compression system trains a machine-learned compression model that includes components for an encoder and decoder. In one embodiment, the compression model is trained to receive parameter information on how a target frame should be encoded with respect to one or more encoding parameters, and encodes the target frame according to the respective values of the encoding parameters for the target frame. In particular, the encoder of the compression model includes at least an encoding system configured to encode a target frame and generate compressed code that can be transmitted by, for example, a sender system to a receiver system. The decoder of the compression model includes a decoding system trained in conjunction with the encoding system. The decoding system is configured to receive the compressed code for the target frame and reconstruct the target frame for the receiver system.

Abstract: A handheld wireless microphone has improved resilience against intermittent dropouts due to the placement of hands on the body of the handheld wireless microphone. A robust, dipole RF antenna is provided in the body of the handheld microphone. One antenna element is a conductive cone or truncated cone at the bottom of the microphone body, which is surrounded by a conductive cup and an insulated gap layer to form a capacitive coupling configuration that mitigates interference of RF radiation by human flesh. The other antenna element is conductive and serves as the frame of the microphone body.

Abstract: A load control system may be commissioned using beacons. The load control system may include control devices that each include a beacon transmitting circuit configured to transmit a beacon that comprises an identifier associated with the control device. A network device, such as a mobile device, may discover a control device based on the beacon received from the control device. In response to discovery of the control device, the control device may be added to a temporary group of control devices for being collectively configured and/or controlled. Control devices may be discovered based on the signal strength at which the beacons are received. The control devices may provide feedback to a user in response to confirmation messages to indicate to a user that the lighting control device has been added to the temporary group. The control devices may stop providing the feedback after they are removed from the temporary group.

Abstract: Covalently modified alginate polymers, possessing enhanced biocompatibility and tailored physiochemical properties, as well as methods of making and use thereof, are disclosed herein. The covalently modified alginates are useful as a matrix for coating of any material where reduced fibrosis is desired, such as encapsulated cells for transplantation and medical devices implanted or used in the body.

Abstract: An audio transducer system, such as in-ear monitors, are connected to an audio base unit, such as a receiver body pack, using a bidirectional serial time-division multiplexed link. The bidirectional connecting cable has a single active conductor and a ground wire, a detachable connector to the receiver body pack and, preferably, a detachable connector to the sin-ear monitors. The invention provides for bidirectional communication between the audio base unit (receiver body pack) and the audio transducer system (in-ear monitors) and enables simultaneous and automatically configured DC power supply depending on the identified requirements.

Abstract: Products, such as devices, prostheses, and materials, whose surfaces have been modified in order to impart beneficial properties to these products are disclosed. The surface-modified products have improved biocompatibility compared to a corresponding product that lacks the modification. Following implantation in a subject, the surface-modified products induce a lower foreign-body response, compared to a corresponding unmodified product.

Abstract: A dispensing system that includes a dispenser arrangement that has a plurality of dividers. Each divider of the plurality of dividers includes a base, an array of partitions, a first stop member, a second stop member, and an opening. The base has a first base surface opposite a second base surface. The array of partitions extends from the second base surface. Each partition of the array of partitions defines a leading partition surface and a following partition surface. The second stop member of one divider of the plurality of dividers is configured to engage the first stop member of another divider of the plurality of dividers to prevent relative movement between the dividers. The opening is formed in the base and extends through each of the first and second base surfaces.

Abstract: A load control system may be commissioned using beacons. The load control system may include control devices that each include a beacon transmitting circuit configured to transmit a beacon that comprises an identifier associated with the control device. A network device, such as a mobile device, may discover a control device based on the beacon received from the control device. In response to discovery of the control device, the control device may be added to a temporary group of control devices for being collectively configured and/or controlled. Control devices may be discovered based on the signal strength at which the beacons are received. The control devices may provide feedback to a user in response to confirmation messages to indicate to a user that the lighting control device has been added to the temporary group. The control devices may stop providing the feedback after they are removed from the temporary group.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides compositions which enable the delivery of cargo, including therapeutic agents such as RNA, to organs or tissues in addition to the liver, lungs, and spleen, such as brain, heart, kidney, and muscle tissue. More specifically, the compositions comprise a plurality of lipid particles comprising an agent, cationic lipids and ionizable lipid.

Abstract: A pill-dispensing system includes a base including a first processor and a storage, a container for pills carried by the base, and a dispenser mechanism. A data store includes an authorization code and instructions. A second processor is coupled to the data store, is in communication with the first processor, and is programmed to receive from the first processor a code associated with the container, compare the code to the authorization code, and retrieve and serve the instructions to the first processor upon the code matching the authorization code. The first processor is programmed, upon receiving the instructions from the second processor, to download to the storage the instructions that when executed by the first processor cause the first processor to effectuate a dispensing of pills from the container by the dispenser mechanism.

Abstract: Products, such as devices, prostheses, and materials, whose surfaces have been modified in order to impart beneficial properties to these products are disclosed. The surface-modified products have improved biocompatibility compared to a corresponding product that lacks the modification. Following implantation in a subject, the surface-modified products induce a lower foreign-body response, compared to a corresponding unmodified product.

Abstract: A handheld wireless microphone body may be connected to an assortment of microphone heads, providing compatibility between models from differing manufactures including accommodating differing attachment threads and electrical/audio output contact configurations without the need for hardware or software substitution.

Abstract: A load control system may be commissioned using beacons. The load control system may include control devices that each include a beacon transmitting circuit configured to transmit a beacon that comprises an identifier associated with the control device. A network device, such as a mobile device, may discover a control device based on the beacon received from the control device. In response to discovery of the control device, the control device may be added to a temporary group of control devices for being collectively configured and/or controlled. Control devices may be discovered based on the signal strength at which the beacons are received. The control devices may provide feedback to a user in response to confirmation messages to indicate to a user that the lighting control device has been added to the temporary group. The control devices may stop providing the feedback after they are removed from the temporary group.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to compositions and methods for modifying a gene sequence, and for systems for delivering such compositions. For example, the disclosure relates to modifying a gene sequence using a CRISPR-Cas9 or other nucleic acid editing system, and methods and delivery systems for achieving such gene modification, such as viral or non-viral delivery systems.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a thermoplastic film that includes dual fragrance odor control. For example, the thermoplastic can film include a first fragrance component, such as a neat oil applied directly thereon. The thermoplastic film can also include an encapsulated fragrance component applied thereon. The encapsulated fragrance component can include a fragrance encapsulated within a plurality of encapsulants and can be configured to delay a release of the fragrance, such as until there is a physical interaction applied to the thermoplastic film.

Abstract: Systems and methods for designing photonic integrated circuits (PICs) include a simulation program with virtual optical probing functions and, optionally, bidirectional optical signal propagation simulation. For probing, a processor receives an output expression specifying a virtual optical probing function (e.g., for power in dBm, etc.) and a net within a PIC design. If different simulation types are enabled, the expression specifies simulation type. If bidirectionality is enabled, the expression specifies the forward or reverse direction. In response, the processor accesses the PIC design and results of simulation(s) thereof and calculates and outputs an optical signal parameter value for the specified net.

Abstract: A hybrid photovoltaic-thermal system provides co-generation of electrical energy and thermal energy. Electrical energy is efficiently generated by photovoltaic panels that are cooled by heat exchangers attached thereto, and the cooling of the photovoltaic panels improves the energy output efficiency of the photovoltaic panels. The heat exchangers flow fluid through its channels, and the fluid collects heat from the photovoltaic panels to which the heat exchangers are attached. The heated fluid is then received at and stored in a thermal battery. The thermal battery can be a fluid tank that encourages the fluid to retain the heat collected from the photovoltaic panels. The thermal battery can then supply the heated fluid to thermal loads as thermal energy.

Abstract: Methods and devices are provided whereby deficiencies in the impedance of a cable connecting an electric guitar and a wireless transmitter or other audio device may be electronically corrected, according to user preferences. User settings may be saved and recalled as needed from a program interface that serially communicates with electronics controlling the behavior of the cable.

Abstract: Methods and devices are provided for the construction of an electronic device, such as a digital wireless transmitter, containing an e-paper display that is sensitive to changes in the configuration of the power supply for the device. This display provides up-to-date accurate information to a user, even after a power disconnect.