Abstract: A bearing element is provided. The bearing element comprises a Cu-based lining; a polymer-based overlay; and a chemically resistant interlayer between the Cu-based lining and the polymer-based overlay. A method of manufacturing a bearing element is also provided.

Abstract: This disclosure contains methods and systems that allow filmmakers to port filmmaking and editing skills to produce content to be used in other environments, such as video game environments, and augmented reality, virtual reality, mixed reality, and non-linear storytelling environments.

Abstract: This disclosure contains methods and systems that allow filmmakers to port filmmaking and editing skills to produce content to be used in other environments, such as video game environments, and augmented reality, virtual reality, mixed reality, and non-linear storytelling environments.

Abstract: This disclosure contains methods and systems that allow filmmakers to port filmmaking and editing skills to produce content to be used in other environments, such as video game environments, and augmented reality, virtual reality, mixed reality, and non-linear storytelling environments.

Abstract: This disclosure contains methods and systems that allow filmmakers to port filmmaking and editing skills to produce content to be used in other environments, such as video game environments, and augmented reality, virtual reality, mixed reality, and non-linear storytelling environments.

Abstract: This disclosure contains methods and systems that allow filmmakers to port filmmaking and editing skills to produce content to be used in other environments, such as video game environments, and augmented reality, virtual reality, mixed reality, and non-linear storytelling environments.

Abstract: This disclosure contains methods and systems that allow filmmakers to port filmmaking and editing skills to produce content to be used in other environments, such as video game environments, and augmented reality, virtual reality, mixed reality, and non-linear storytelling environments.

Abstract: This disclosure contains methods and systems that allow filmmakers to port filmmaking and editing skills to produce content to be used in other environments, such as video game environments, and augmented reality, virtual reality, mixed reality, and non-linear storytelling environments.

Abstract: Performance athletic apparel disclosed herein is designed to help athletes during customized movements and activities for their chosen sport. The disclosed apparel has a hood that is comfortable to wear, stays in place during wear, and minimizes weather exposure for the athlete. The hood further allows athletes to maintain a wide field of view. To accomplish these functions, the hood includes seams that flex along movement patterns specific to the selected sport that allow the hood to move with the athlete's head during movement and cinch cords that secure the hood in place on the athlete's head and prevent water entry, such as from wet weather conditions.

Abstract: An Improved Measuring System structured and arranged to combine a high-quality, high-precision steel tape-measure with both a horizontal and vertical laser level measuring tool, thus combining two essential tools into one compact, convenient device that can be easily clipped to one's belt, or magnetically attached to metal surfaces. Complete with a carrying case, and LED screen which displays the laser acquired measurements, as well as being deal for professional contractors and household do-it-yourselfers, the Improved Measuring System will preferably leave room in the toolbox, allow one to measure without assistance if desired, and deliver accurate and superior results on the jobsite or around the home.

Abstract: Light-emitting devices, such as LEDs, are tested using a photometric unit. The photometric unit, which may be an integrating sphere, can measure flux, color, or other properties of the devices. The photometric unit may have a single port or both an inlet and outlet. Light loss through the port, inlet, or outlet can be reduced or calibrated for. These testing systems can provide increased reliability, improved throughput, and/or improved measurement accuracy.

Abstract: A thrust washer may include a metallic substrate layer having an axial substrate face. The thrust washer may also include a polymer layer on the axial substrate face. The polymer layer may have an axial polymer face opposed to the axial substrate face. The axial polymer face may be profiled and may have at least one oil distribution groove. At least one of the substrate layer and the polymer layer may be a machined layer having a thickness that may vary in correspondence with the at least one distribution groove.

Abstract: A thrust washer may include a metallic substrate layer having an axial substrate face. The thrust washer may also include a polymer layer on the axial substrate face. The polymer layer may have an axial polymer face opposed to the axial substrate face. The axial polymer face may be profiled and may have at least one oil distribution groove. At least one of the substrate layer and the polymer layer may be a machined layer having a thickness that may vary in correspondence with the at least one distribution groove.

Abstract: Light-emitting devices, such as LEDs, are tested using a photometric unit. The photometric unit, which may be an integrating sphere, can measure flux, color, or other properties of the devices. The photometric unit may have a single port or both an inlet and outlet. Light loss through the port, inlet, or outlet can be reduced or calibrated for. These testing systems can provide increased reliability, improved throughput, and/or improved measurement accuracy.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides methods and apparatus for testing light-emitting diodes (LEDs), for example, measuring the optical radiation of an LED. In a method, a pulse-width modulated signal is provided to the LED. One or more characteristics of the PWM signal are varied so as to provide a forward voltage, Vf, corresponding to a target junction temperature, Tj, of the LED. The optical radiation of the LED is measured when the LED obtains the target junction temperature.

Abstract: A method of tracking an object using a mobile transceiver carried by the object, the method comprising the steps of receiving, at a computer, location information from the mobile transceiver; computing a predicted location of the mobile transceiver from the location information; and forwarding the predicted location to a user.

Abstract: A method of tracking an object using a mobile transceiver carried by the object, the method comprising the steps of receiving, at a computer, location information from the mobile transceiver; computing a predicted location of the mobile transceiver from the location information; and forwarding the predicted location to a user.

Abstract: The flow control device is for dispensing liquid to a predetermined level in a container. The device comprises a tubular body (10) having a closed upper end (11) and an open lower end (12). The device can be connected to the container by a hook (13) or could be an integral part of a tap. An inlet (14) is attached to or provided for attachment to a liquid feed pipe. The device also includes a flap valve (19) which is pivoted within the body below the inlet about an axis extending transversely to the body and which, in the absence of external forces, will adopt an open condition allowing liquid to flow through the body. An internal float (22) is provided for pivoting the flap valve towards the closed condition as the liquid level in the container rises.

Abstract: Electronic payment processing including a data processing methodology and apparatus that facilitates resolving unmatched payments with customer accounts at a payee. This is accomplished by comparing an unmatched check or other payment received with previously resolved payments and associated customer numbers, as stored in a database. The first, and ongoing, phase of the process is to capture in a database both the unique bank account number and the customer account number for resolved payments. Thus, the database is built up over time and covers increasing numbers of unique bank account/customer number pairs. Once the database exists, the account number for each future unmatched payment may be rapidly found by comparing the subsequent unique bank account numbers to entries in the database. This unmatched payment can then be posted to the customer account number found by this match. If there is no match, the tedious traditional methods of research must be resorted to.