Abstract: A method limits an inrush current of a buck converter having an inductor element during a startup period in which the buck converter is first enabled. The inrush current flows through the inductor element by enabling a zero current detection algorithm for a first few operational cycles. A system is also configured to limit the inrush current of a buck converter having an inductor element during a startup period in which the buck converter is first enabled.

Abstract: A method for soft recovery for switched mode power supplies includes: (a) detecting a drop of the output voltage value FB; (b) starting the output voltage values FB recovery using a current FB value stored as a Vref start value from which the recovery is to be made; (c) detecting the start of the recovery of the output voltage; (d) generating a timing pulse; (e) measuring a FB value on the rising edge of the timing pulse and comparing the FB value with the Vref value, and if the FB value is greater than the Vref value, storing the FB value and setting the FB value as the new Vref start value from which the recovery is to be made going forward; and (f) repeating step (d) and (e), after a preset time delay, until the FB value is less than or equal to the Vref for the FB value.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for implementing an adaptive threshold for user absence prediction for power state transitions. A controller of a device monitors a user presence and/or absence of a user, in some cases, correlated with time, and determines whether the user presence and/or absence at the correlated time is consistent with a power management model that is based on a time-based probability of user absence relative to a dynamic probability threshold. The dynamic probability threshold is a function (e.g., a sum) of a base probability threshold corresponding to device-specific time-usage characteristics and a heuristic probability threshold corresponding to user-specific time-usage characteristics. When inconsistent, the controller adjusts the dynamic probability threshold to account for the user presence and/or absence at the correlated time. The controller updates the power management model based on the dynamic probability threshold, and sets a sleep or wake state of the device accordingly.

Abstract: One example includes a current distribution system. The system includes at least one resonator spine that propagates a sinusoidal current. The system also includes at least one resonator rib conductively coupled to the at least one resonator spine and arranged as a standing wave resonator with respect to the sinusoidal current. Each of the at least one resonator rib can have a length from a first end corresponding to the conductive coupling to a second end that corresponds to a half wavelength of the sinusoidal current.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for implementing an adaptive threshold for user absence prediction for power state transitions. A controller of a device monitors a user presence and/or absence of a user, in some cases, correlated with time, and determines whether the user presence and/or absence at the correlated time is consistent with a power management model that is based on a time-based probability of user absence relative to a dynamic probability threshold. The dynamic probability threshold is a function (e.g., a sum) of a base probability threshold corresponding to device-specific time-usage characteristics and a heuristic probability threshold corresponding to user-specific time-usage characteristics. When inconsistent, the controller adjusts the dynamic probability threshold to account for the user presence and/or absence at the correlated time. The controller updates the power management model based on the dynamic probability threshold, and sets a sleep or wake state of the device accordingly.

Abstract: Methods for producing high titer recombinant adeno-associated virus (rAAV) using modified adenovirus-based helper nucleic acids are disclosed.

Abstract: Debris filtration and strainer systems for a fluid handling device are provided herein. The strainer systems can include one or more of a strainer basket, a removable insert, and an adapter for removably engaging the removable insert with the strainer basket. The removable insert includes a liner having a plurality of openings that are the same size as, or smaller than, the openings of a the strainer basket, and which is inserted into the strainer basket to capture debris from water passing therethrough, preventing clogging of the strainer basket and reducing the frequency of cleanings of the strainer basket. The liner can be fabricated from a biodegradable material, and thus can be easily removed, disposed of, and replaced. The removable insert can include a rigid connection tab with one or more features for removably engaging the strainer basket and/or an adapter positioned between the strainer basket and the removable insert.

Abstract: Provided herein are purification, production and manufacturing methods for recombinant viral vector particles such as recombinant adeno-associated viral (rAAV) vector particles substantially free of empty viral particles; a population of recombinant adeno-associated vims (rAAV) particles purified using the method described herein, and a pharmaceutical composition comprising the purified rAAV.

Abstract: An assembly for harvesting power from one or more power cables. The assembly includes a current transformer operable to harvest power from the one or more power cables and a controller operable to control an amount of power harvested by the current transformer.

Abstract: Methods for Producing Populations of High Titer Recombinant Adeno-Associated Virus (rAAV) Lacking Prokaryotic Sequences are disclosed.

Abstract: A method for preparing isotopologues and/or stereoisotopomers of cyclic and heterocyclic alkenes and dienes is described. The method provides regio- and/or stereospecific addition of hydrogen, deuterium, tritium and a variety of other substituents to arenes, heteroarenes, and alicyclic compounds that have multiple carbon-carbon double bonds, thereby providing discrete isotopologues and stereoisotopomers of cyclic and heterocyclic alkenes and dienes with high isotopic purity and in high enantiomeric excess. Also described are isotopologues and stereoisotopomers of cyclic and heterocyclic alkenes and dienes, such as isotopologues and stereoisotopomers of cyclohexene and tetrahydropyridine, as well as products thereof, such as isotopologues and stereoisotopomers of piperidines and piperidine-containing compounds, such as methylphenidate. In addition, a method of determining the absolute configuration of stereoisotopomers of cyclohexenes is described.

Abstract: Systems and methods herein relate to an easy assemble centrifugal juicer. The centrifugal juicer includes a top section having a juice spout and pulp spout, wherein the top section defines a cavity with a first mating surface and a second mating surface; a strainer section having a strainer, a drive member, and a projection, the projection structured to engage with the first mating surface to couple the strainer section to the top section; and a motor housing structured to house a motor, wherein the motor is operatively coupled to a motor adapter structured to engage with the drive member.

Abstract: An assembly for harvesting power from one or more power cables. The assembly includes a current transformer operable to harvest power from the one or more power cables and a controller operable to control an amount of power harvested by the current transformer.

Abstract: Debris filtration and strainer systems for a fluid handling device are provided herein. The strainer systems can include one or more of a strainer basket, a removable insert, and an adapter for removably engaging the removable insert with the strainer basket. The removable insert includes a liner having a plurality of openings that are the same size as, or smaller than, the openings of a the strainer basket, and which is inserted into the strainer basket to capture debris from water passing therethrough, preventing clogging of the strainer basket and reducing the frequency of cleanings of the strainer basket. The liner can be fabricated from a biodegradable material, and thus can be easily removed, disposed of, and replaced. The removable insert can include a rigid connection tab with one or more features for removably engaging the strainer basket and/or an adapter positioned between the strainer basket and the removable insert.

Abstract: Systems and methods herein relate to an easy assemble centrifugal juicer. The centrifugal juicer includes a top section having a juice spout and pulp spout, wherein the top section defines a cavity with a first mating surface and a second mating surface; a strainer section having a strainer, a drive member, and a projection, the projection structured to engage with the first mating surface to couple the strainer section to the top section; and a motor housing structured to house a motor, wherein the motor is operatively coupled to a motor adapter structured to engage with the drive member.

Abstract: Systems and methods herein relate to an easy assemble centrifugal juicer. The centrifugal juicer includes a top section having a juice spout and pulp spout, wherein the top section defines a cavity with a first mating surface and a second mating surface; a strainer section having a strainer, a drive member, and a projection, the projection structured to engage with the first mating surface to couple the strainer section to the top section; and a motor housing structured to house a motor, wherein the motor is operatively coupled to a motor adapter structured to engage with the drive member.

Abstract: Provided herein is an intraoral orthosis to remedy snoring and/or sleep apnoea via a mandibular advancing action during sleep. Maxilla and mandibular retainers fit the teeth and are coupled with a pair of side retention straps to advance the lower jaw to prevent narrowing of the pharynx. Abutting pairs of planar occlusal faces on the maxilla and mandibular retainers allow lateral and anterioral sliding against each other. A ball engagement couples the retainers to the retention straps at opposing distal ends.

Abstract: Systems and methods herein relate to an easy assemble centrifugal juicer. The centrifugal juicer includes a top section having a juice spout and pulp spout, wherein the top section defines a cavity with a first mating surface and a second mating surface; a strainer section having a strainer, a drive member, and a projection, the projection structured to engage with the first mating surface to couple the strainer section to the top section; and a motor housing structured to house a motor, wherein the motor is operatively coupled to a motor adapter structured to engage with the drive member.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for processing a substrate utilizing a rotating substrate support are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, an apparatus for processing a substrate includes a chamber having a substrate support assembly disposed within the chamber. The substrate support assembly includes a substrate support having a support surface and a heater disposed beneath the support surface. A shaft is coupled to the substrate support and a motor is coupled to the shaft through a rotor to provide rotary movement to the substrate support. A seal block is disposed around the rotor and forms a seal therewith. The seal block has at least one seal and at least one channel disposed along the interface between the seal block and the shaft. A port is coupled to each channel for connecting to a pump. A lift mechanism is coupled to the shaft for raising and lowering the substrate support.