Abstract: A speech recognition platform configured to receive an audio signal that includes speech from a user and perform automatic speech recognition (ASR) on the audio signal to identify ASR results. The platform may identify: (i) a domain of a voice command within the speech based on the ASR results and based on context information associated with the speech or the user, and (ii) an intent of the voice command. In response to identifying the intent, the platform may perform a corresponding action, such as streaming audio to the device, setting a reminder for the user, purchasing an item on behalf of the user, making a reservation for the user or launching an application for the user. The speech recognition platform, in combination with the device, may therefore facilitate efficient interactions between the user and a voice-controlled device.

Abstract: A measurement gauge for a stator that includes a height gauge part having at least one base surface, legs, and a height checking surface. The base surface faces in a first direction to define a base plane configured to abut an end surface of a core of the stator. The legs are spaced apart in a circumferential direction about an axis and extend in the first direction from the base surface. The legs are configured to be received in holes defined by the core of the stator. The height checking surface is parallel to the base plane and spaced apart therefrom by a predetermined distance. The height checking surface having an annular shape disposed about the axis.

Abstract: A system and method for employing centrifugal confinement fusion for in-space propulsion and power generation is disclosed. Centrifugal confinement represents an advancement beyond traditional mirror devices by further confining the fusion fuel and inhibiting instability growth, while still offering a simple magnet geometry and allowing a controllable fraction of the charged fusion products to leave each end of the mirror. These charged products are used to directly heat a higher mass flow rate, lower temperature propellant in the aft direction, which is then expanded through a magnetic nozzle to produce thrust. The lower temperature of the exhaust flow supports an increased level of collisionality to promote plume detachment, and the level of thrust can be traded against specific impulse for mission optimization. Power from the forward flowing charged species is directly converted to electricity to help drive the rotating plasma.

Abstract: Described is a process for the refinement of a quartz powder, comprising the step of separating microparticles of refractory minerals, in particular minerals containing rare earth metal compounds, from the quartz powder by an elutriation step.

Abstract: An exoskeleton component includes a wrist base structure, wrist intermediate structure, and end effector support structure. A first driveline output is disposed about a first axis. The first driveline output is coupled to the wrist intermediate structure for common rotation relative to the wrist base structure. A first motor drives the first driveline output to rotate. A second driveline output is disposed about a second axis that is transverse the first axis. The second driveline output is coupled to the end effector support structure for common rotation relative to the wrist intermediate structure. A second motor drives the second driveline output to rotate. An input device is coupled to the wrist base structure. A controller is configured to receive input signals from the input device and to control the first motor and the second motor in response to the input signals.

Abstract: Provided is a target assembly for an x-ray apparatus comprising a target housing and an entrance path formed in an entrance part of the target housing for accepting an incident electron beam, as well as a target member for generating x-rays under electron beam illumination through the entrance path and an exit path formed in an exit part of the target housing for allowing generated x-rays to exit the target assembly, the exit path being covered by an x-ray transmissive window. In the assembly, the exit path comprises an exit bore formed in the exit part which is configured to limit the generation of x-rays by impact of scattered electrons, which have been reflected from the target member, onto an inside of the bore. Also provided is a target assembly, an x-ray apparatus, a structure measurement apparatus, a structure measurement method, and a method of modifying a target assembly.

Abstract: This disclosure details motor vehicles equipped with vehicle exterior components. One or more of the vehicle exterior components can be used both for their primary function when attached to the vehicle and for use as sand ladders when removed from the vehicle. In the first configuration, the vehicle exterior components may be configured as running boards, hood vents, grill inserts, bumper inserts, tailgate inserts, and/or door beams, etc.

Abstract: An apparatus for the continuous production of hollow quartz-glass ingots, comprising a) a crucible or refractory tank for providing a softened quartz-glass mass having a dieorifice in the bottom of the crucible or refractory tank; b) a mandrel vertically drawing off the softened quartz-glass mass through a die toprovide a hollow quartz-glass ingot; and c) a cutting section for on-line cutting of the hollow quartz-glass ingot to a specificlength, characterized in that the apparatus comprises active means for cooling the internalsurface of the hollow quartz-glass ingot prior to the cutting station.

Abstract: This disclosure details motor vehicles equipped with vehicle exterior components. One or more of the vehicle exterior components can be used both for their primary function when attached to the vehicle and for use as sand ladders when removed from the vehicle. In the first configuration, the vehicle exterior components may be configured as running boards, hood vents, grill inserts, bumper inserts, tailgate inserts, and/or door beams, etc.

Abstract: An apparatus for the continuous production of hollow quartz-glass ingots, comprising a) a crucible or refractory tank for providing a softened quartz-glass mass having a dieorifice in the bottom of the crucible or refractory tank; b) a mandrel vertically drawing off the softened quartz-glass mass through a die toprovide a hollow quartz-glass ingot; and c) a cutting section for on-line cutting of the hollow quartz-glass ingot to a specificlength, characterized in that the apparatus comprises active means for cooling the internalsurface of the hollow quartz-glass ingot prior to the cutting station.

Abstract: An exoskeleton component includes a wrist base structure, wrist intermediate structure, and end effector support structure. A first driveline output is disposed about a first axis. The first driveline output is coupled to the wrist intermediate structure for common rotation relative to the wrist base structure. A first motor drives the first driveline output to rotate. A second driveline output is disposed about a second axis that is transverse the first axis. The second driveline output is coupled to the end effector support structure for common rotation relative to the wrist intermediate structure. A second motor drives the second driveline output to rotate. An input device is coupled to the wrist base structure. A controller is configured to receive input signals from the input device and to control the first motor and the second motor in response to the input signals.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a continuous method for the production of hollow quartz-glass ingots and an apparatus for said method, whereby the hollow quartz-glass ingots are cooled on the internal surface.

Abstract: Described is a process for the refinement of a quartz powder, comprising the step of separating microparticles of refractory minerals, in particular minerals containing rare earth metal compounds, from the quartz powder by an elutriation step.

Abstract: A system includes a first unit configured to generate and apply radio frequency (RF) energy to a load positioned in the first unit during a first time period, wherein the load is at a first temperature at a start of the first time period and at a second temperature different from the first temperature at an end of the first time period; and a second unit configured to receive the load at the second temperature and to cause heat transfer by impingement to the load during a second time period different from the first time period, wherein the load is at a third temperature at an end of the second time period. A processing yield associated with the load is higher than if the load undergoes impingement processing to change from the first temperature to the third temperature.

Abstract: There is provided a height adjustable desk (5) for placing on an existing desktop. The height adjustable desk (5) comprises a base frame (50) for placing on the existing desktop, a desktop (10) that is connected to the base frame (50) by first (40) and second (45) support members, and a gas strut, wherein the first and second support members (40, 45) are pivotally connected (41) to one another and are pivotable about the pivotal connection to raise and lower the desktop (10) from the base frame (50). The ends of the second support member (45) are slidable along the base frame (50) and along the desktop (10), and one of those ends is pivotably connected to a shuttle, the shuttle being drivable by the gas strut to slide along a shuttle frame of the desktop or base frame.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition, the composition including a therapeutically effective amount of at least one active agent, and a base including, an amount of colloidal silica; at least one oil; and at least one surfactant, wherein the viscosity of the composition is below 1000 mPas at a shear rate of 100 l/s and at a temperature of 20° C.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a continuous method for the production of hollow quartz-glass ingots and an apparatus for said method, whereby the hollow quartz-glass ingots are cooled on the internal surface.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for manufacturing a quartz glass ingot of large cross-sectional area by continuous flame-fusion whereby on-line crack-free cutting of the ingot is ensured by using the internal heat of the ingot to permit equilibration of the internal and surface temperatures while passing through one or more annealing chambers, thus ensuring controlled cooling to temperature at which it is possible to cut the ingot with a water-cooled saw.

Abstract: A target assembly for an x-ray emission apparatus, the apparatus assembly including: a vacuum chamber having at least one conductive wall; an insulating element projecting through the conductive wall; a conductive high voltage element extending along the insulating element from outside the chamber to an end portion of the insulating element furthest from the conductive wall; an x-ray-generating target arranged at the end portion of the insulating element and electrically connected to the high voltage element; and a suppressive electrode arranged at the end portion of the insulating element and configured to suppress acceleration toward the outer surface of the insulating element of electrons which are emitted from a junction between the outer surface of the insulating element and an inner surface of the conductive wall.