Abstract: One embodiment of the present invention can be characterized as a method for controlling a multi-axis machine tool that includes obtaining a preliminary rotary actuator command (wherein the rotary actuator command has frequency content exceeding a bandwidth of a rotary actuator), generating a processed rotary actuator command based, at least in part, on the preliminary rotary actuator command, the processed rotary actuator command having frequency content within a bandwidth of the rotary actuator and generating a first linear actuator command and a second linear actuator command based, at least in part, on the processed rotary actuator command. The processed rotary actuator command can be output to the rotary actuator, the first linear actuator command can be output to a first linear actuator and the second linear actuator command can be output to a second linear actuator.

Abstract: A lightweight and extensible information model for machine-to-machine systems is disclosed. A service layer information management architecture uses three categories of atomic objects, subjects, actions, and descriptions. Information for use within the model is built using the atomic information objects. Application programming interfaces are used to perform operations and information processing by different nodes. Common service functions are used in the model as instances of a generic common service information model.

Abstract: A link management service may dynamically configure one or more link-enabling attributes based on a link profile. There may be multiple types of architectures that support the link management service, such as an independent link management and integrated link management.

Abstract: Methods, devices, and systems for migration or sharing of existing M2M service layer sessions are disclosed. In one embodiment, a Session Migration and Sharing Function (SMSF) performs the migration or sharing of a M2M service layer session. Various forms of service layer session context may be used to enable the migration and sharing of M2M service layer sessions.

Abstract: Mechanisms support machine-to-machine service layer sessions that can span multiple service layer hops where a machine-to-machine service layer hop is a direct machine-to-machine service layer communication session between two machine-to-machine service layer instances or between a machine-to-machine service layer instance and a machine-to-machine application. Mechanisms are also disclosed that illustrate machine-to-machine session establishment procedures for oneM2M Session Management Service supporting multiple resources.

Abstract: Varied embodiments of a laser-based machine tool, and techniques for controlling the same are provided. Some embodiments relate to techniques to facilitate uniform and reproducible processing of workpieces. Other embodiments relate to a zoom lens having a quickly-variable focal length. Still other embodiments relate to various features of a laser-based multi-axis machine tool that can facilitate efficient delivery of laser energy to a scan head, that can address thermomechanical issues that may arise during workpiece processing, etc. Another embodiment relates to techniques for minimizing or preventing undesired accumulation of particulate matter on workpiece surfaces during processing. A number of other embodiments and arrangements are also detailed.

Abstract: A processing device such as a server implementing smart building agent functionality is located on an external network and is configured to communicate with a BAS located on a building's internal network. Communication between the processing device and the BAS occurs over a first communications channel. The processing device can be configured to receive sensor data from various sensors that might otherwise not be supported by the existing BAS. Communication between the sensors and the processing device occurs over a second communications channel different from the first communications channel. The processing device can generate control commands based on the received sensor data that provide instructions to the BAS for adjusting an operation parameter for one or more of the building systems and/or equipment. This control command can be sent to the BAS through the first communications channel.

Abstract: The present application at least describes a computer-implemented method including a step of setting, via a service layer residing on a server outside of an underlying 3GPP network, a trigger in the underlying 3GPP network, where the trigger defines an QoS parameter change in the underlying 3GPP network. The underlying 3GPP network is configured with functionality to send a notification to the service layer upon detecting the QoS parameter change. The computer-implemented method also includes a step of receiving, from the underlying 3GPP network, the notification the detected QoS parameter change has occurred. The computer-implemented method further includes a step of performing, at the service layer residing on the server a service layer operation in response to the received notification.

Abstract: Methods, devices, and systems for migration or sharing of existing M2M service layer sessions are disclosed. In one embodiment, a Session Migration and Sharing Function (SMSF) performs the migration or sharing of a M2M service layer session. Various forms of service layer session context may be used to enable the migration and sharing of M2M service layer sessions.

Abstract: A Delay Indicator parameter is contained in CoAP messages to reflect delay tolerance information. The Delay Indicator is leveraged by CoAP Clients and CoAP Servers to improve their behavior such as entering sleep mode to save energy while not violating delay requirements. A timeout mechanism for CoAP Response is enabled by a RESPONSE_Timer based on the Delay Indicator in CoAP ACK. Cancellation of CoAP Requests is enabled by leveraging the delay tolerance information as indicated by Delay Indicator.

Abstract: An M2M Service Layer is expanded to access the services of third parties and exchange data with these third parties. The M2M Service Layer is then able to act as a proxy between M2M Devices and the third party services. The M2M Service Layer is able to present a single/consistent interface, or API, to the M2M Device and hide the details of the third party service provider from the M2M Device.

Abstract: The present application is directed to an apparatus on a network including a non-transitory memory having executable instructions for configuring membership of a group, and a processor that is operably coupled to the non-transitory memory. The processor is configured to receive a request from a server to add a device to the group, to send a reply to the server that the device is authorized to join the group, to deliver a message to the device when a predetermined condition is met. The device status is selected from joined, active, authorized and combinations thereof. The predetermined condition is selected from a percentage or number of devices in the group are listening, a set time has elapsed, and combinations thereof. The present application is also directed to a networked system including a server and an apparatus in communication with the server.

Abstract: Method and apparatus are described for delivering triggers and small data. In an embodiment, a receiver may be configured to receive a trigger or small data packet, and a transmitter may be configured to transmit a subscriber information request to see whether a subscriber is present. The receiver may be further configured to receive an identity of a second node on a condition that the subscriber is present. The transmitter may be further configured to transmit the trigger or small data packet to the second node over an interface, the second node configured to create an Internet Protocol (IP) packet with an IP address containing the trigger or small data packet and deliver the IP packet to a wireless transmit/receive unit (WTRU) using the IP address and a default or dedicated bearer of the WTRU.

Abstract: Example methods are provided to perform an operation associated with a first host to manage a virtualized computing environment. One example method includes generating, by the management entity, a first set of infrastructure data metrics of the first host, wherein the first host is supported by infrastructure elements having a set of infrastructure constraints. The method also includes querying the first host to obtain an identification of the first host, associating the first host with the first set of infrastructure data metrics based on the identification, and determining whether a first infrastructure constraint of a first infrastructure element from the set of infrastructure constraints has been reached before performing the operation to manage the virtualized computing environment.

Abstract: A network node is configured to initiate a first authentication and key establishment procedure with a machine to machine (M2M) device. The network node is configured to determine a key agreement between the network node and the M2M device using the first authentication and key establishment procedure. The network node is configured to initiate a second authentication and key establishment procedure with an M2M server. The network node is configured to receive a request from the M2M server for the key agreement to be used to communicate with the M2M device using the second authentication and key establishment procedure. The network node is configured to send the key agreement to the M2M server using the second authentication and key establishment procedure.

Abstract: The embodiments of the disclosure disclose an intelligent playing method and apparatus based on preference feedback. An embodiment of the method comprises: receiving voice feedback on currently played multimedia from a user; analyzing a user intention based on the voice feedback; calculating, in response to the user intention indicating updating a currently played multimedia list, a similarity between multimedia in a multimedia database and the current multimedia; and updating the currently played multimedia list based on the voice feedback and the similarity. The embodiment improves the quality and pertinence in playing multimedia.

Abstract: Example methods are provided to deploy an Internet of Things (IoT) solution in a hybrid environment. The methods include deploying a first agent application on a first edge gateway of a first vendor by the first edge gateway. The first agent application is configured to collect a first set of information associated with the first edge gateway. The methods include deploying a second agent application on a second edge gateway of a second vendor by the second edge gateway. The second agent application is configured to collect a second set of information associated with the second edge gateway. In response to a determination of a first virtualized computing environment on the first edge gateway or a second virtualized computing environment on the second edge gateway fulfils a first requirement of a template to deploy the IoT solution, the methods include deploying the IoT solution in the first virtualized computing environment, the second virtualized computing environment, or both.

Abstract: Methods and procedures allow devices interwork with various types of service layers by updating the device to support the protocol of the M2M/IoT service layer that is being communicated with. Devices can coordinate/initiate download of a service layer API that is compatible with the service layer the device is attempting to use. A service layer can coordinate the autonomous update of a device with the proper service layer API which allows the device to then communicate and use services supported by the service layer component to the device. A service layer can detect a device or application lacking proper service layer functionality and can trigger a management entity to update the device or application with the service layer API required such that the device can then register to the service layer and use its services. A device or application can be customized or optimized to the service layer that it is registered to and using.

Abstract: Mechanisms for service layer charging correlation are disclosed. Embodiments can include a Service Domain Charging Correlation Function (SD-CCF), which is responsible for interacting with underlying network and correlating charging information at service layer. Charging correlation information can be used to enable and facilitate the service layer charging correlation.

Abstract: The present application is directed to a device on a network that is configured to add a service. The device includes a memory that is operably coupled to the processor. The processor is adapted to configure a service enablement policy. The processor is also adapted to receive a request to add the service from a service provider. The processor is adapted to check the service enablement policy for adding the service. The processor is also adapted to collaborate with another device to harmonize the service enablement policy and the host selection criteria. Further, the processor is adapted to send a reply to the service provider. The present application is also directed to a method for adding a service.