Abstract: Various methods of allocating uplink control channels in a communication system are implemented at a resource scheduler or a user equipment (UE). In one method the scheduler reserves resources for a downlink data channel and signals a corresponding downlink data channel grant and also reserves resources for a persistent uplink control channel for a longer duration than the data channel grant. Signaling overhead associated with a grant for this persistent uplink control channel is reduced over a full dynamic grant. A predetermined rule can be used at the scheduler and at the UE to avoid overhead signaling associated with a grant for this persistent control channel. Predetermined rules at the UE and scheduler can also be used to reserve appropriate resources and select appropriate MCS levels for control information and the control information and uplink data can be transported over a common uplink channel when a time overlap occurs between an uplink data channel and the persistent control channel.

Abstract: A technique of operating a wireless communication device includes receiving an assigned starting point index and an assigned reference signal bandwidth for a reference signal. The reference signal is then transmitted multiple times, beginning at an initial resource block that is associated with the assigned starting point index and in accordance with the assigned reference signal bandwidth, across a shared channel.

Abstract: Various methods of allocating uplink control channels in a communication system are implemented at a resource scheduler or a user equipment (UE). In one method the scheduler reserves resources for a downlink data channel and signals a corresponding downlink data channel grant and also reserves resources for a persistent uplink control channel for a longer duration than the data channel grant. Signaling overhead associated with a grant for this persistent uplink control channel is reduced over a full dynamic grant. A predetermined rule can be used at the scheduler and at the UE to avoid overhead signaling associated with a grant for this persistent control channel. Predetermined rules at the UE and scheduler can also be used to reserve appropriate resources and select appropriate MCS levels for control information and the control information and uplink data can be transported over a common uplink channel when a time overlap occurs between an uplink data channel and the persistent control channel.

Abstract: A technique of operating a wireless communication device includes receiving an assigned starting point index and an assigned reference signal bandwidth for a reference signal. The reference signal is then transmitted multiple times, beginning at an initial resource block that is associated with the assigned starting point index and in accordance with the assigned reference signal bandwidth, across a shared channel.

Abstract: Various methods of allocating uplink control channels in a communication system are implemented at a resource scheduler or a user equipment (UE). In one method the scheduler reserves resources for a downlink data channel and signals a corresponding downlink data channel grant and also reserves resources for a persistent uplink control channel for a longer duration than the data channel grant. Signaling overhead associated with a grant for this persistent uplink control channel is reduced over a full dynamic grant. A predetermined rule can be used at the scheduler and at the UE to avoid overhead signaling associated with a grant for this persistent control channel. Predetermined rules at the UE and scheduler can also be used to reserve appropriate resources and select appropriate MCS levels for control information and the control information and uplink data can be transported over a common uplink channel when a time overlap occurs between an uplink data channel and the persistent control channel.

Abstract: A locking apparatus and method for securing panel cabinets. The locking apparatus includes a mounting plate that includes at least one slot; and a support bracket that is projectable substantially diagonally upward from one end of the mounting plate, extend horizontally in parallel to the mounting plate, and is then projectable substantially diagonally downward to an opposing end of the mounting plate, wherein the mounting plate and the support bracket includes a frame that is placed on a cabinet. The support bracket may further include at least one crossover bracket that is configured to accept and hold at least one crossover tube and is further configured to accept a lock to hold the at least one crossover bracket and the at least one crossover tube together. The frame may be removably placed over a mounting bracket.

Abstract: Methods, systems, and apparatus, including computer programs encoded on a computer storage medium, for evaluating the utilization of communications features. In one aspect, a method includes identifying, for a particular organization, a set of communications features that are included in a communications service that is provided to the particular organization. Usage levels of communications features by members of the organization are determined. Based on the usage levels a determination is made that the at least one of the communications features is being underutilized. An updated set of communications features that removes the at least one of the communications features from the communications service that is provided to the particular organization is selected. Data that changes the set of communications features provided to the particular organization based, at least in part on the updated set of communications features are generated.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method of retrieving information stored on a computer readable storage medium and related to operation of a machine includes creating one or more lists of a plurality of data files stored on the computer readable storage medium and containing data derived from sensors measuring one or more machine operational characteristics. The method may further include creating one or more lists of a plurality of channels of information with signals indicative of the one or more machine operational characteristics recorded in each data file, creating an index of variables contained in one or more of the channels of information recorded in each data file, and searching for and locating data files that meet requestor-specified conditions by employing at least one of the lists of data files, at least one of the lists of channels of information, and the index of variables recorded in each data file to focus a search for relevant data files meeting the requestor-specified conditions.

Abstract: A technique of operating a wireless communication device includes receiving an assigned starting point index and an assigned reference signal bandwidth for a reference signal. The reference signal is then transmitted multiple times, beginning at an initial resource block that is associated with the assigned starting point index and in accordance with the assigned reference signal bandwidth, across a shared channel.

Abstract: Methods (500, 800) and corresponding systems (100, 200, 300, 400, 900) for generating a pilot symbol (330) include providing an M-point parallel transform sequence that is a discrete Fourier transform of a CAZAC sequence (312, 504-508). The M-point parallel transform sequence (312) is distributed (316, 510) to a set of M subcarriers among N subcarriers to form an N-point frequency-domain sequence (318) wherein the M subcarriers are evenly spaced apart. An N-point inverse fast Fourier transform (320, 512) is performed to convert the N-point frequency-domain sequence to an N-point time-domain sequence (322). The N-point time-domain sequence is converted (324, 514) to a serial sequence (326), and a cyclic prefix is added (328, 516) to the serial sequence to form a pilot symbol (330).

Abstract: A virtual interaction system includes a haptic feedback apparatus, a depth camera and a processing circuit. The haptic feedback apparatus includes an solenoid mount supporting a plurality of solenoids, a plurality of hand mounts, and a controller. The solenoid mount is configured to be mounted onto a human arm. The plurality of hand mounts are configured to be mounted onto a plurality of positions on a human hand. Each of the plurality the hand mounts includes at least one contact element. Each contact element is controllably moveable by a corresponding solenoid. The controller is configured to receive an input signal, and generate, based on the input signal, a plurality of solenoid control signals.

Abstract: An exhaust control system for use with a combustion engine is disclosed. The system may have an exhaust passage, an exhaust sensor located within the exhaust passage and configured to generate a first signal indicative of an exhaust parameter, and an operational sensor associated with the combustion engine and configured to generate a second signal indicative of an operational parameter. The system may have a controller associated with the combustion engine, the exhaust sensor, and the operational sensor. The controller may be configured to detect a change in the operational parameter based on the second signal and to detect a change in the exhaust parameter based on the first signal. The controller may measure an elapsed time between detection of the change in the operational parameter and the change in the exhaust parameter, and determine a placement-related parameter of the exhaust sensor based on the elapsed time.

Abstract: A sawhorse bracket permits assembly of a heavy duty sawhorse from support lumber pieces that may be easily disassembled for transport and storage. The sawhorse bracket includes a cross beam bracket and two attached and opposing support leg brackets—all of channel-shaped body construction. Both the cross beam bracket and the pair of support leg brackets have retention members that may be utilized to selectively retain support lumber within the respective brackets. A web brace extends between the opposed leg brackets to provide additional lateral support and resist the spreading of the support legs when a load is being carried by the assembled sawhorse.

Abstract: An exhaust control system for use with a combustion engine is disclosed. The system may have an exhaust passage, an exhaust sensor located within the exhaust passage and configured to generate a first signal indicative of an exhaust parameter, and an operational sensor associated with the combustion engine and configured to generate a second signal indicative of an operational parameter. The system may have a controller associated with the combustion engine, the exhaust sensor, and the operational sensor. The controller may be configured to detect a change in the operational parameter based on the second signal and to detect a change in the exhaust parameter based on the first signal. The controller may measure an elapsed time between detection of the change in the operational parameter and the change in the exhaust parameter, and determine a placement-related parameter of the exhaust sensor based on the elapsed time.

Abstract: Programming for a data processor to execute a data processing application is provided using microcode source code. The microcode source code is assembled to produce microcode that includes digital microcode instructions with which to signal the data processor to execute the data processing application.

Abstract: A modular manifold system is provided for interconnecting fluid components of a fluid system in a reduced area. The system is comprised of a one or more bridge fittings having an internal fluid passageway which has an inlet end in fluid communication with an outlet port of a first fluid component, and an outlet end in fluid communication with an inlet port of a second fluid component. The bridge fittings may additionally comprise two or more ports, which one of said ports may be in fluid communication with a manifold on another substrate level. The bridge fittings may be mounted within a channel of a backing plate for structural support or in channel blocks of varying sizes. An optional locator plate may be utilized which is mounted over the ends of the bridge fittings in order to align the inlet and outlet ports of the fluid components with the inlet and outlet ends of the bridge fittings. The bridge fittings may also be mounted to the locator plate in multiple directions forming multiple flow paths.

Abstract: A flashing assembly (16) for inhibiting fluid movement between an outer frame (230) that defines a building opening (232), and a building feature (14) includes a flashing substrate (248), a first sealer (256) and a second sealer (260). The flashing substrate (248) is secured to the outer frame (230). The flashing substrate (248) has a first edge (380), a first side (378) and a second side (379) opposite the first side (378). In one embodiment, the first sealer (256) is positioned on the first side (378) at a first distance (390) from the first edge (380). In some embodiments, the second sealer (260) is positioned on the second side (379) at a second distance (392) from the first edge (380). The second distance (392) is different than the first distance (390). The flashing substrate (248) can include a first crease (254) that is positioned at a third distance (394) from the first edge (380) that is greater than the first distance (390) and less than the second distance (392).

Abstract: The invention is directed to a process wherein a feedstock or stream comprising steam cracker tar is passed to a vacuum pipestill. A deasphalted cut of tar is obtained as an overhead (or sidestream) and a heavy tar asphaltenic product is obtained as bottoms. In preferred embodiments, at least a portion of the bottoms product is sent to a partial oxidation unit (POX) wherein syn gas may be obtained as a product, and/or at least a portion of the bottoms product is used to produce a light product stream in a coker unit, such as coker naphtha and/or or coker gas oil. In another preferred embodiment at least a portion of the overheads product is added to refinery fuel oil pools and in yet another preferred embodiment at least a portion of the overheads product is mixed with locally combusted materials to lower soot make. Two or more of the aforementioned preferred embodiments may be combined.

Abstract: A process is described for producing deasphalted steam cracker tar comprising feeding steam cracker tar to a vacuum pipestill (VPS) including a flash zone separated from a zone comprising trays by at least one annular entrainment ring and obtaining as an overheads a deasphalted tar product and as a bottoms an asphaltenic heavy tar product. Also according to the invention, there is a system for the upgrading of tar comprising said VPS with at least one annular entrainment ring.

Abstract: A wireless resource monitoring system and method utilizes a network of deployed radio elements including at least one master radio, a plurality of beacons, and at least one tag. The beacons are placed at known positions. The master radio, the beacons and the tag are in wireless communication with each other. The tag is attached to the resource that is being monitored. A beacon signal is transmitted by the beacons, which includes the identity of the transmitting beacons. The tag receives the beacon signals and measures the signal strength of the beacon signals. The tag then transmits a tag signal, which includes the identity of the transmitting tag, the measured signal strengths of the beacon signals and the identity of the corresponding beacons. The location of the tag is then determined from the tag signal.