Abstract: A metaverse application receives, from a user, a request to report abuse that occurs in a virtual experience. Responsive to receiving the request, the metaverse application captures a three-dimensional (3D) capture of the virtual experience. The metaverse application generates a two-dimensional (2D) capture from the 3D capture. The metaverse application determines a list of avatars in the 2D capture. The metaverse application mixes the additional audio with the encoded audio. The metaverse application generates a list of candidates from the list of avatars based on whether the avatars are visible to the user. The metaverse application generates graphical data for displaying an overlay on the 2D capture with the list of candidates that is user-selectable to provide a report of abuse.

Abstract: A metaverse application receives, from a user, a request to report abuse that occurs in a virtual experience. Responsive to receiving the request, the metaverse application captures a three-dimensional (3D) capture of the virtual experience. The metaverse application generates a two-dimensional (2D) capture from the 3D capture. The metaverse application determines a list of avatars in the 2D capture. The metaverse application mixes the additional audio with the encoded audio. The metaverse application generates a list of candidates from the list of avatars based on whether the avatars are visible to the user. The metaverse application generates graphical data for displaying an overlay on the 2D capture with the list of candidates that is user-selectable to provide a report of abuse.

Abstract: A metaverse application receives, from a user, a request to report abuse that occurs in a virtual experience. Responsive to receiving the request, the metaverse application captures a three-dimensional (3D) capture of the virtual experience. The metaverse application generates a two-dimensional (2D) capture from the 3D capture. The metaverse application determines a list of avatars in the 2D capture. The metaverse application mixes the additional audio with the encoded audio. The metaverse application generates a list of candidates from the list of avatars based on whether the avatars are visible to the user. The metaverse application generates graphical data for displaying an overlay on the 2D capture with the list of candidates that is user-selectable to provide a report of abuse.

Abstract: The invention provides an improved stem-loop target capture oligomer and methods of use. Such a target capture oligomer has a target-binding segment forming a loop flanked by stem segments forming a stem. The stem segments are of unequal length. Such probes show little or no binding to immobilized probes in the absence of a target nucleic acid but offer good target sensitivity. The probes are particularly useful in multiplex methods of detection in which multiple target capture oligomers are present for detecting of multiple target nucleic acids (for example, detecting multiple polymorphic forms of a target gene).

Abstract: An improved Vivaldi antenna enhances the performance over a 2:1 frequency band while occupying a compact format. Taking advantage of a common FR4 material printed circuit board construction, considered features are added which improve the operating bandwidth without adding additional cost. One such embodiment operates over an approximate frequency range of 400 to 900 MHz.

Abstract: The invention provides an improved stem-loop target capture oligomer and methods of use. Such a target capture oligomer has a target-binding segment forming a loop flanked by stem segments forming a stem. The stem segments are of unequal length. Such probes show little or no binding to immobilized probes in the absence of a target nucleic acid but offer good target sensitivity. The probes are particularly useful in multiplex methods of detection in which multiple target capture oligomers are present for detecting of multiple target nucleic acids (for example, detecting multiple polymorphic forms of a target gene).

Abstract: An improved Vivaldi antenna enhances the performance over a 2:1 frequency band while occupying a compact format. Taking advantage of a common FR4 material printed circuit board construction, considered features are added which improve the operating bandwidth without adding additional cost. One such embodiment operates over an approximate frequency range of 400 to 900 MHz.

Abstract: The invention provides an improved stem-loop target capture oligomer and methods of use. Such a target capture oligomer has a target-binding segment forming a loop flanked by stem segments forming a stem. The stem segments are of unequal length. Such probes show little or no binding to immobilized probes in the absence of a target nucleic acid but offer good target sensitivity. The probes are particularly useful in multiplex methods of detection in which multiple target capture oligomers are present for detecting of multiple target nucleic acids (for example, detecting multiple polymorphic forms of a target gene).

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a method of manufacturing a lead-acid battery, the method including: (i) extending a current collector from an end of a cell pack; and (ii) laser-welding a bus bar to the current collector.

Abstract: A drag reduction method and apparatus for reducing aerodynamic pressure drag associated with a vehicle in motion by use of substrates that can perform as turbulators. The substrates can have a texture that increase the momentum of the air in the boundary layer about a vehicle, moving separation points, and reducing low pressure areas thereby improving the fuel economy of the vehicle. The substrate can reduce the effects of the pressure drag by creating a turbulent boundary layer over the surface of the vehicle, moving separation points downstream where they produce less drag on the vehicle. An automated turbulator deployment system is also disclosed that provides improved aesthetics and can tailor the aerodynamic profile of a vehicle based on the current aerodynamic conditions.

Abstract: The invention provides an improved stem-loop target capture oligomer and methods of use. Such a target capture oligomer has a target-binding segment forming a loop flanked by stem segments forming a stem. The stem segments are of unequal length. Such probes show little or no binding to immobilized probes in the absence of a target nucleic acid but offer good target sensitivity. The probes are particularly useful in multiplex methods of detection in which multiple target capture oligomers are present for detecting of multiple target nucleic acids (for example, detecting multiple polymorphic forms of a target gene).

Abstract: According to various embodiments of the present invention, systems and methods for local number portability in a telecommunication network are disclosed. An embodiment of a method includes submitting a local number portability (LNP) order for the TN directly to a first telecommunications carrier that the TN is to be transferred from, triggering a port of the TN in accordance with the LNP order, and porting the TN from the first telecommunications carrier to the second telecommunications carrier, wherein the second telecommunications carrier is bypassed by the customer during the submitting and the triggering of the LNP order. Other embodiments are also disclosed.

Abstract: According to various embodiments of the present invention, systems and methods for local number portability in a telecommunication network are disclosed. An embodiment of a method includes requesting a real-time (RT) customer service record (CSR) request for a telephone number (TN) associated with a local number portability (LNP) order, the requesting occurring prior to a second CSR request that occurs as part of a submit process for the LNP order; receiving, in response to the request for the RT CSR request, a RT CSR response from a telecommunications carrier that the TN is to be transferred from as part of the LNP order; and validating data in the RT CSR response in order to prevent rejections of the data in the second CSR during the LNP process. Other embodiments are also disclosed.

Abstract: Improved antennas and a transceiver for UHF wireless communications are disclosed.

Abstract: An ultrasound device including an ultrasonic transducer device having a plurality of transducer elements forming a transducer array is provided. Each transducer element includes a piezoelectric material disposed between a first electrode and a second electrode. One of the first and second electrodes is a ground electrode and the other of the first and second electrodes is a signal electrode. The ultrasound device further includes a cable assembly having a plurality of connective signal elements and a plurality of connective ground elements extending in substantially parallel relation therealong. Each connective element is configured to form an electrically-conductive engagement with respective ones of the signal electrodes and the ground electrodes of the transducer elements in the transducer array. The connective ground elements are alternatingly disposed with the connective signal elements across the cable assembly, to provide shielding between the connective signal elements.

Abstract: A method and apparatus directed to formation of a connection with an ultrasonic transducer apparatus (UTA) comprising a transducer device having first and second electrodes is provided. The UTA is engaged with an interposer device surface. The interposer device is greater in at least one lateral dimension than and extends laterally outward of the UTA, and comprises at least two laterally-extending conductors. A conductive engagement is formed between the first and second electrodes and respective first ends of the conductors. A connection support substrate is engaged with the interposer device about second ends of the conductors, and includes at least two connective elements for forming a conductive engagement with the respective second ends of the conductors. The UTA is then inserted into a catheter member lumen such that the device plane of the UTA and the at least two connective elements extend axially along the lumen.

Abstract: According to various embodiments of the present invention, systems and methods for local number portability in a telecommunication network are disclosed. An embodiment of a method includes submitting a local number portability (LNP) order for the TN directly to a first telecommunications carrier that the TN is to be transferred from, triggering a port of the TN in accordance with the LNP order, and porting the TN from the first telecommunications carrier to the second telecommunications carrier, wherein the second telecommunications carrier is bypassed by the customer during the submitting and the triggering of the LNP order. Other embodiments are also disclosed.

Abstract: According to various embodiments of the present invention, systems and methods for local number portability in a telecommunication network are disclosed. An embodiment of a method includes submitting a local number portability (LNP) order for the TN directly to a first telecommunications carrier that the TN is to be transferred from, triggering a port of the TN in accordance with the LNP order, and porting the TN from the first telecommunications carrier to the second telecommunications carrier, wherein the second telecommunications carrier is bypassed by the customer during the submitting and the triggering of the LNP order. Other embodiments are also disclosed.

Abstract: According to various embodiments of the present invention, systems and methods for local number portability in a telecommunication network are disclosed. An embodiment of a method includes receiving a telephone number (TN) to test for its porting activity as part of a local number portability (LNP) order, accessing a LNP call tester (LCT) to determine a current local routing number (LRN) for the TN, and determining, based on the TN and current LRN, whether the porting activity is completed for the TN in relation to a core telecommunications carrier servicing an owner of the TN. The porting activity may include at least one of port in, port out, and migration of the TN. In one embodiment, the planned porting activity for the TN associated with the LNP order is known prior to determining whether the porting activity has been completed. Other embodiments are also disclosed.