Abstract: Systems, apparatuses and methods may provide for technology that processes an inference workload in a first subset of layers of a neural network that prevents or inhibits data dependent branch operations, conducts an exit determination as to whether an output of the first subset of layers satisfies one or more exit criteria, and selectively bypasses processing of the output in a second subset of layers of the neural network based on the exit determination. The technology may also speculatively initiate the processing of the output in the second subset of layers while the exit determination is pending. Additionally, when the inference workloads include a plurality of batches, the technology may mask one or more of the plurality of batches from processing in the second subset of layers.

Abstract: An impact resistant pad, for example, for a garment such as a glove (10). The impact resistant element is formed of a plurality of upstanding interconnected walls (1) arranged in a lattice pattern, the lattice being arranged in a Penrose tiling pattern.

Abstract: A method of making a case for a mobile device with a screen. The method comprising 3D printing of the case in a partially finished form on a support surface in a configuration in which rear wall (1) and sidewalls (2-5) lie alongside one another on the surface, and folding the sidewalls up relative to the rear wall to at least partially create a cavity for the device. Separate corner portions (10, 11) may be provided to connect the sidewalls. The invention also extends to a 3D printed blank from which the case is formed.

Abstract: A case (1) for a mobile device with a screen. The case comprises a body forming a cavity to receive the device, at least part of the body being formed of a polymer (9), a pair of electrically conductive tracks (6, 7, 8) for an electrical circuit. The case (1) is provided with a means (12) for connecting to the mobile device such that a measurable current is communicated to the mobile device. The tracks are integrally formed within the body and are formed of a polymer impregnated with electrically conductive elements. The terminal ends (6) of the tracks are exposed at an outer surface of the case in close proximity to one another to form a switch (5), such that, in use, a finger pressed onto the case between the terminal ends closes the switch to complete the electrical circuit causing the measurable current to flow.

Abstract: A resiliently deformable thermoplastic polymer incorporating a pressure sensor. The thermoplastic polymer comprises a non-conductive main portion 1 formed of a resiliently deformable thermoplastic polymer and a pair of compressible electrical elements 2,3 embedded in the main portion 1 and each formed of a flexible thermoplastic polymer as a matrix incorporating a plurality of conductive particle impregnated into the matrix. A (preferably sealed) void 6 is formed between the two electrical elements 2,3. A pressure applied on the sensor causes the deformation of the main portion 1 and of the electrical elements 2,3 causing a change in the spatial relationship of the electrical elements which produces a measurable change in the electrical property proportional to the applied pressure.

Abstract: A sole (100) or inner sole for a shoe is provided. The sole (100) or inner sole comprises: a toe region (28) for supporting a user's toes; a forefoot region (26) for supporting a user's forefoot; a midfoot region (24) for supporting a user's arch; and a heel region (22) for supporting a user's heel. A longitudinal direction (X) extends from the heel region (22) towards the toe region (28). A lateral direction (Y) transverse to the longitudinal direction (X) extends from an inner side to an outer side of the sole (100) or inner sole. A plurality of force sensors (10) distributed throughout the sole (100) or inner sole.

Abstract: An apparatus for the treatment of canine or other animal hip pathologies, the apparatus (200) comprising a buffer (210) adapted to be disposed between a femur (10) and a hip socket (25), and a fixing means (250) adapted to fix the buffer to the femur.

Abstract: A force sensitive resistor includes first and second electrical contacts, and a layer of deformable material impregnated with carbon nanotubes. The layer of deformable material is arranged between the first and second electrical contacts. A difference in the conductivity of the impregnated material caused by deformation of the material is detectable across the contacts. A method of manufacturing a force sensitive resistor includes the steps of providing first and second electrical contacts, and arranging a deformable material impregnated with carbon nanotubes between the first and second electrical contacts. Again, a difference in the conductivity of the impregnated material caused by deformation of the material is detectable across the contacts.

Abstract: A sealed force-sensitive resistor is provided. The sealed force-sensitive resistor includes: a bottom layer; a first conductive element attached to the bottom layer and a top layer. The top layer is sealed to the bottom layer in an airtight manner. The force-sensitive resistor further comprises a spacer ring surrounding the first conductive element and a flexible top sensor layer. The top sensor layer is attached across the spacer ring and comprises a second conductive element facing the first conductive element. The flexible top sensor layer is moveable in use in relation to the flexible bottom layer to vary the resistance of the force sensitive resistor. The force-sensitive resistor further comprises an air permeable spacer material between the top and bottom layer.

Abstract: A sensor pad is provided. The sensor pad comprises a first layer and a second layer of padding material, each having an inner face. The inner face of the first layer is provided with a first printed conductive ink track and the inner face of the second layer is provided with a second printed conductive ink track. At least one of the layers is provided on its inner face with a plurality of raised portions between adjacent runs of the printed track to provide a spacer layer across the sensor pad, which improves the ability of the sensor pad to return to a pre-impact configuration following an impact. The plurality of raised portions maintain the two printed tracks apart when the sensor is unstressed but allow localised contact between the first and second printed tracks when pressure is applied to the sensor pad.

Abstract: An apparatus for the treatment of canine or other animal hip pathologies, the apparatus (200) comprising a buffer (210) adapted to be disposed between a femur (10) and a hip socket (25), and a fixing (250) adapted to fix the buffer to the femur.

Abstract: A force sensitive resistor is provided comprising: a flexible bottom layer of a first material, comprising a first conductive element attached to the bottom layer; a spacer ring attached to the bottom layer, the spacer ring surrounding the first conductive element and extending away from the bottom layer; and a flexible top sensor layer of a second material attached across the spacer ring comprising a second conductive element facing the first conductive element. The flexible top sensor layer is moveable relative to the flexible bottom layer to vary the resistance of the force sensitive resistor. The Young's Modulus of the first material is less than the Young's Modulus of the second material. The flexible bottom layer extends past the spacer ring. The foregoing arrangement locally limits the amount of flexion of the lower layer in the region surrounding the first conductive element, thereby ensuring accurate data can be obtained.

Abstract: A force sensitive resistor includes first and second electrical contacts, and a layer of deformable material impregnated with carbon nanotubes. The layer of deformable material is arranged between the first and second electrical contacts. A difference in the conductivity of the impregnated material caused by deformation of the material is detectable across the contacts. A method of manufacturing a force sensitive resistor includes the steps of providing first and second electrical contacts, and arranging a deformable material impregnated with carbon nanotubes between the first and second electrical contacts.

Abstract: A senor insert for a shoe includes a flexible planar portion having a shape of an inner sole for a shoe. The flexible planar portion includes a central layer containing a plurality of pressure sensors for sensing the pressure applied by the foot and electrical connections to the sensors; a lower layer having a lower face arranged to face the sole of a shoe and having a first coefficient of friction; and an upper layer having an upper face via which a foot is arranged to impact the insert and having a second coefficient of friction which is lower than the first coefficient of friction.

Abstract: Inner soles including a pressure sensor, transmitter, a global positioning tracking device, an accelerometer, a power source and control circuit are provided, as well as systems including the inner soles and methods of use.

Abstract: A structure to absorb, dissipate and measure a force includes a plurality of distinct layers. The layers include a first impact absorbing material having an outer face facing the direction of expected impact and an opposite inner face, an impact dissipating layer adjacent to the inner face of the first impact absorbing material and having a higher flexural rigidity than the first impact absorbing material, a second impact absorbing material having an outer face adjacent to the impact dissipating layer and an opposite inner face, and having a lower hardness than the impact dissipating layer, and a pressure sensor arranged across the inner face of the second impact absorbing material. An impact on the outer face is partially absorbed by that material, dissipated by the impact dissipating layer and further absorbed by the second impact absorbing material, with the remaining transmitted force being sensed by the pressure sensor.

Abstract: A wearable garment includes at least one impact absorbing pad with an inner face facing the body of a wearer and an opposite outer face, and a pressure sensor on the side of the pad faced by the inner face of the pad positioned so as to measure the effect at the inner face of an impact on the outer face after a portion of the impact has been absorbed by the pad.

Abstract: Insoles including a pressure sensor, transmitter, a global positioning tracking device, an accelerometer, a power source and control circuit are provided, as well as systems including the insoles and methods of use.

Abstract: A sealed force-sensitive resistor (10) is provided comprising: a bottom layer (8); a first conductive element attached to the bottom layer (8) and a top layer (9). The top layer (9) is sealed to the bottom layer (8) in an airtight manner. The force-sensitive resistor (10) further comprises a spacer ring (18) surrounding the first conductive element and a flexible top sensor layer (19). The top sensor layer (19) is attached across the spacer ring (18) and comprises a second conductive element facing the first conductive element. The flexible top sensor layer (19) is moveable in use in relation to the flexible bottom layer (8) to vary the resistance of the force sensitive resistor (10). The force-sensitive resistor (10) further comprises an air permeable spacer material (5) between the top and bottom layer (9, 8).

Abstract: A force sensitive resistor (10) is provided comprising: a flexible bottom layer (8) of a first material, comprising a first conductive element attached to the bottom layer (8); a spacer ring (18) attached to the bottom layer (8), the spacer ring (18) surrounding the first conductive element and extending away from the bottom layer (8); and a flexible top sensor layer (19) of a second material attached across the spacer ring (18) comprising a second conductive element facing the first conductive element. The flexible top sensor layer (19) is moveable relative to the flexible bottom layer (8) to vary the resistance of the force sensitive resistor (10). The Young's Modulus of the first material is less than the Young's Modulus of the second material. The flexible bottom layer (8) extends past the spacer ring (18).