Abstract: The nodes of a squad of nodes include a coordinating node and a set of worker nodes for sharing computational resources to perform resource intensive tasks. A requesting worker node may send work requests to the coordinating node of a squad of nodes. In response to a work request, the requesting worker node receives from the coordinating node a list of worker nodes to assign one or more tasks associated with the work request. The list of worker nodes is selected based on a report of resources and current utilization of each node within the squad. Upon receiving the list of workers, the requesting worker node divides the tasks associated with the work request into multiple buckets, assigns each bucket to a worker node form the list of worker nodes, and sends a request to process tasks from each of the buckets to the corresponding worker node.

Abstract: The nodes of a squad of nodes include a coordinating node and a set of worker nodes for sharing computational resources to perform resource intensive tasks. To coordinate the sharing of resources, the coordinating node requests a report of resources status and current utilization from each worker node. The report of resource status includes at least a battery level of a corresponding worker node. The coordinating node receives a work request from a requesting worker node, and identifies a subset of worker nodes for executing the work request based on at least the battery level of each worker node and the current utilization of each worker node. The coordinating node then sends the list of identified worker nodes to the requesting worker node to allow the requesting worker node to divide the tasks for completing the work request among the worker nodes included in the list of identified worker nodes.

Abstract: Embodiments may relate to synchronizing nodes in a peer-to-peer network. A method comprises listening for a first multicast beacon during a duration of a discovery interval. The discovery interval comprises time intervals configured for a plurality of nodes in a squad. The method further comprises, in response to receiving the first multicast beacon during the duration of the discovery interval, transmitting a unicast synchronization request to a transmitter of the first multicast beacon. The unicast synchronization request comprises a node list.

Abstract: The nodes of a squad of nodes include a coordinating node and a set of worker nodes for sharing computational resources to perform resource intensive tasks. To coordinate the sharing of resources, the coordinating node requests a report of resources status and current utilization from each worker node. The report of resource status includes at least a battery level of a corresponding worker node. The coordinating node receives a work request from a requesting worker node, and identifies a subset of worker nodes for executing the work request based on at least the battery level of each worker node and the current utilization of each worker node. The coordinating node then sends the list of identified worker nodes to the requesting worker node to allow the requesting worker node to divide the tasks for completing the work request among the worker nodes included in the list of identified worker nodes.

Abstract: The nodes of a squad of nodes include a coordinating node and a set of worker nodes for sharing computational resources to perform resource intensive tasks. A requesting worker node may send work requests to the coordinating node of a squad of nodes. In response to a work request, the requesting worker node receives from the coordinating node a list of worker nodes to assign one or more tasks associated with the work request. The list of worker nodes is selected based on a report of resources and current utilization of each node within the squad. Upon receiving the list of workers, the requesting worker node divides the tasks associated with the work request into multiple buckets, assigns each bucket to a worker node form the list of worker nodes, and sends a request to process tasks from each of the buckets to the corresponding worker node.

Abstract: The nodes of a squad of nodes include a coordinating node and a set of worker nodes for sharing computational resources to perform resource intensive tasks. A requesting worker node may send work requests to the coordinating node of a squad of nodes. In response to a work request, the requesting worker node receives from the coordinating node a list of worker nodes to assign one or more tasks associated with the work request. The list of worker nodes is selected based on a report of resources and current utilization of each node within the squad. Upon receiving the list of workers, the requesting worker node divides the tasks associated with the work request into multiple buckets, assigns each bucket to a worker node form the list of worker nodes, and sends a request to process tasks from each of the buckets to the corresponding worker node.

Abstract: A two part assembly consisting of a bracket that attaches to the frame of reclining chaise lounge style chairs to support the function of a Lever Arm that attaches to the seat back support arm and allows the user to easily adjust the angle of the seat back from a seated position. The support bracket mounts to the frame of the chair in order to support and guide the Lever Arm and is not limited to a specific frame design. The Lever Arm is attached to the back support arm of the seat and controls its movement utilizing handles that are accessible by the chairs occupant from a seated position. The assembly can be retro-fitted to existing chairs or incorporated into the design of new chairs during the manufacturing process.

Abstract: The invention provides a centrifugal juicer with a removable bin for collection of unwanted pulp generated by the juicing process. The pulp is thrown upwardly and outwardly, and exits through a letterbox-like aperture which aligns with a filler aperture in the bin. The bin is slidably movable towards and away from the juicer and is open-topped; being covered during operation by a roof member which extends outwardly from the juicer. The bin (32) is provided, above the filler aperture, with a bridging member having a surface adapted to slide in contact with, or closely adjacent, the underside of the roof, thereby to wipe pulp deposits from the roof when the bin is slid away from the juicer for removal. The wiping surface of the bridging member may be shaped or configured to enhance the wiping action.

Abstract: The invention provides a centrifugal juicer (10) with a removable container, or bin, (32) for collection of the unwanted pulp generated by the juicing process. A macerator (22) is located in a working zone (20) of the juicer, and the pulp is thrown upwardly and outwardly away from the macerator, and exits through a letterbox-like aperture (34) which aligns with a filler aperture (36) in the bin when the bin is placed correctly for operation of the juicer. The bin (32) is slidably movable towards and away from the juicer and is open-topped; the bin being covered during operation by a roof member (38) which extends outwardly from the juicer. The bin (32) is provided with an upper bridging member (40), above the filler aperture (36); the bridging member (40) having a surface adapted to slide in contact with, or closely adjacent, the underside of the roof (38), thereby to wipe pulp deposits from the roof when the bin (32) is slid away from the juicer (10) for removal.

Abstract: A strain gauge for sensing strain is provided and includes a support substrate, and first and second electrodes supported on the substrate. The first and second electrodes include first and second capacitive plates, respectively. The first capacitive plates are movable relative to the second capacitive plates responsive to strain. The strain gauge further has an input electrically coupled to one of the first and second electrodes for receiving an input signal, and an output electrically coupled to the other of the first and second electrodes for providing an output signal which varies as a function of the capacitive coupling and is indicative of sensed strain.

Abstract: An engine control for an automotive engine having an inlet system and an exhaust system includes an EGR valve for permitting exhaust gas to flow from the exhaust system to the inlet system, and an engine controller for operating the EGR valve by opening the valve during successive test periods separated by non-uniform intervals, while measuring engine speed response to the opening of the EGR valve so as to diagnose an improperly operating EGR valve.