Abstract: Generally discussed herein are systems, devices, and methods for providing a therapy (e.g., stimulation) and/or data signal using an implantable device. Systems, devices and methods for interacting with (e.g., communicating with, receiving power from) an external device are also provided.

Abstract: Systems, apparatus, and methods related to modeling, monitoring, and/or managing metabolism of a subject include measuring a respiratory quotient (RQ) level in a subject and/or optimizing and executing a nonlinear feedback model to model energy substrate utilization in the subject based on at least one of a macronutrient composition and caloric value of food consumed by the subject, an intensity and duration of activity by the subject, a rate and maximum capacity of glycogen storage in the subject, a rate and maximum capacity of de novo lipogenesis in the subject, a quality and duration of sleep by the subject, and/or an RQ level in the subject.

Abstract: A multi-function apparatus includes an energy storage element; a full bridge circuit, including a first node; a second node; a first switch; a second switch; a third switch; and a fourth switch; and a center segment, electrically connected between the first node and the second node, including a source unit, for providing a charging current to the energy storage element when the source unit is connected to an external energy source; and a load unit, for loading a discharging current provided from the energy storage element when the source unit is not connected to the external energy source.

Abstract: A method of operating an inkjet printer reduces ink drop placement errors in a process direction. The method includes generating firing signals for inkjets in a printhead at a first frequency and initiating the generation of the firing signals to a first plurality of inkjets in the printhead at a second frequency, the first frequency being greater than the second frequency.

Abstract: A method of operating an inkjet printer reduces ink drop placement errors in a process direction. The method includes generating firing signals for inkjets in a printhead at a first frequency and initiating the generation of the firing signals to a first plurality of inkjets in the printhead at a second frequency, the first frequency being greater than the second frequency.

Abstract: A gaming method, machine and system provide a game of chance which includes a skill feature (312). The gaming method according to one embodiment enables a player to access a game of chance (S55), triggers (S60), in the game of chance, a bonus feature when a predetermined scenario occurs in the game of chance, provides to the player a skill game within the bonus feature (S3), and returns to the game of chance (S85) after the skill game is completed by the player (S70).

Abstract: A gaming method, machine and system provide a 2nd chance draw (S135). The gaming method according to one embodiment provides to a player one or more second chance games based on participation in a first game of chance; determines at least one benefit to be awarded to the player upon participation in the one or more second chance games; and reveals to the player the at least one benefit, wherein the method allows for entering the player into the one or more second chance games in the providing step.

Abstract: An Agile-Beam Laser Array Transmitter (ABLAT) uses an array of emitters and an array of lenses to project electromagnetic beams over a wide angular coverage area in the far field. Differences in the separation pitches of the two arrays allows the ABLAT to project beams to contiguous and/or overlapping positions, depending on the ratio of the separation pitches and the lens focal length. Compared to other beam steering technology, the ABLAT is a smaller, lighter, and more efficient means of projecting beams over wider angular coverage areas. Various embodiments can be used in any beam steering application, including, but not limited to: free-space optical communications; light detection and ranging (lidar); optical scanning (e.g.

Abstract: A gaming method, machine and system provide a game of chance which includes a skill feature (312). The gaming method according to one embodiment enables a player to access a game of chance (S55), triggers (S60), in the game of chance, a bonus feature when a predetermined scenario occurs in the game of chance, provides to the player a skill game within the bonus feature (S3), and returns to the game of chance (S85) after the skill game is completed by the player (S70).

Abstract: During the completion of a subsea horizontal tree, a tubing hanger and internal tree cap are run together with the same running tool and running string. The running tool has a linking assembly that connects the tree cap to the tubing hanger during running, retrieval, or workover, so that the tree cap supports the weight of the tubing hanger and string of tubing. The linking assembly can be retrieved with the running tool or retrieved on wireline through the running string.

Abstract: An Agile-Beam Laser Array Transmitter (ABLAT) uses an array of emitters and an array of lenses to project electromagnetic beams over a wide angular coverage area in the far field. Differences in the separation pitches of the two arrays allows the ABLAT to project beams to contiguous and/or overlapping positions, depending on the ratio of the separation pitches and the lens focal length. Compared to other beam steering technology, the ABLAT is a smaller, lighter, and more efficient means of projecting beams over wider angular coverage areas. Various embodiments can be used in any beam steering application, including, but not limited to: free-space optical communications; light detection and ranging (lidar); optical scanning (e.g.

Abstract: To generate a toner cloud in a development system, a first potential is applied to a donor roll for a first pulse time to project toner from the donor roll toward a photoreceptor; a second potential is applied to the donor roll for a second pulse time to slow the speed at which the toner is projected toward the photoreceptor; a third potential is applied to the donor roll for a third pulse time to hold toner between the donor roll and the photoreceptor; and a fourth potential is applied to the donor roll for a fourth pulse time to urge undeveloped toner to the surface of the donor roll. Voltages may also be applied for selectivity removing toner from a donor roll.

Abstract: An assembly for the completion of a subsea horizontal tree that includes a tubing hanger, an internal tree cap, and a running tool.

Abstract: To generate a toner cloud in a development system, a first potential is applied to a donor roll for a first pulse time to project toner from the donor roll toward a photoreceptor, a second potential is applied to the donor roll for a second pulse time to slow the speed at which the toner is projected toward the photoreceptor; a third potential is applied to the donor roll for a third pulse time to hold toner between the donor roll and the photoreceptor; and a fourth potential is applied to the donor roll for a fourth pulse time to urge undeveloped toner to the surface of the donor roll. Voltages may also be applied for selectivity removing toner from a donor roll.

Abstract: During the completion of a subsea horizontal tree, a tubing hanger and internal tree cap are run together with the same running tool and running string. The running tool has a linking assembly that connects the tree cap to the tubing hanger during running, retrieval, or workover, so that the tree cap supports the weight of the tubing hanger and string of tubing. The linking assembly can be retrieved with the running tool or retrieved on wireline through the running string.

Abstract: A desk or other piece of furniture having a horizontal work surface and at least one retractable storage compartment. The storage compartment is movable between a retracted or closed position and an extended or opened position. When in the retracted position the horizontal top of the storage compartment is substantially planar with the horizontal work surface. When in the extended position and when moving between the retracted position and the extended position the horizontal top of the storage compartment is substantially parallel to the horizontal work surface. Optionally a wire management system is used to extend one or more electrical cables between the storage compartment and the area below the work surface.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for making an electrical connection through a tubing hanger in a subsea well avoids the need for precise gauging and alignment. The tubing hanger has an electrical receptacle located on its rim and a guide hole also located on the rim. An impression block tool is lowered into the wellhead from the surface to make an impression of the rim to determine the orientation of the guide hole. A carrier is mounted to the tree connector at the surface. The carrier has a guide pin and an electrical connector. The carrier is aligned, then secured to the tree connector so that it can move only a limited amount rotationally. As the tree connector enters the wellhead, the guide pin will enter the guide hole, which is tapered. A limited amount of rotation of the carrier relative to the tree connector allows the electrical connectors to precisely align before contacting each other.