Abstract: Multimedia piracy detection (e.g., using a computerized tool) is enabled. A system can comprise a memory that stores executable instructions that, when executed by a processor, facilitate performance of operations, comprising: determining, based on a time domain and/or a frequency domain associated with original digital media content (e.g., and respective digital transportation) and using a counterfeit digital media content model, whether digital media content comprises a counterfeit of an authorized release of the original digital media content, wherein the counterfeit digital media content model has been generated based on machine learning applied to time domains and/or frequency domains of past original digital media content (e.g., and respective digital transportation) and to past digital media content (e.g., counterfeit digital media content) (e.g.

Abstract: Methods for producing single crystal silicon ingots by Continuous Czochralski (CCz) are disclosed. A batch of buffer members (e.g., quartz cullets) is added to an outer melt zone of the crucible assembly before the main body of the ingot is grown. In some embodiments, the ratio of the mass M of the batch of buffer members added to the melt to the time between adding the batch of buffer members to the melt and when the ingot main body begins to grow is controlled such that the ratio of M/T is greater than a threshold M/T.

Abstract: Multimedia piracy detection (e.g., using a computerized tool) is enabled. A system can comprise a memory that stores executable instructions that, when executed by a processor, facilitate performance of operations, comprising: determining, based on a time domain and/or a frequency domain associated with original digital media content (e.g., and respective digital transportation) and using a counterfeit digital media content model, whether digital media content comprises a counterfeit of an authorized release of the original digital media content, wherein the counterfeit digital media content model has been generated based on machine learning applied to time domains and/or frequency domains of past original digital media content (e.g., and respective digital transportation) and to past digital media content (e.g., counterfeit digital media content) (e.g.

Abstract: Reducing emissions of predetermined frequencies using delay elements and related apparatuses, methods, and systems are disclosed. An apparatus includes an input terminal to receive a signal, delay elements electrically connected to the input terminal, an output terminal to provide a reduced slew rate signal, and combination circuitry electrically connected to the delay elements and the output terminal. The delay elements provide delayed signals responsive to the received signal. Respective ones of the delayed signals include delayed versions of the received signal. The combination circuitry combines the delayed signals to generate the reduced slew rate signal. Delays associated with the delay elements are chosen to reduce emissions of one or more predetermined frequencies of the reduced slew rate signal as compared to the received signal.

Abstract: A fiber array launcher assembly including a hollow body having a front end and a rear end; an alignment plate having an array of holes coupled to the rear end of the body; a beam shaper having an array of lenses coupled to the front end of the body, where a separate lens is aligned with each hole in the alignment plate; and a plurality of fiber assemblies each including a fiber having an end face spliced to an end of an endcap where the endcap has a larger diameter than a diameter of the fiber, and where a separate endcap is secured in each hole so that the fiber is aligned with the associated lens.

Abstract: A method for assembling a two-dimensional fiber array launcher assembly. The method includes providing an alignment structure having a two-dimensional alignment plate with holes at one end and a two-dimensional beam shaper with micro-lenses at an opposite end. An endcap having a fiber attached thereto is systematically positioned in each hole, and is aligned with one of the micro-lenses with a high precision tolerance. The aligned endcap is then secured in the hole using a curable glue. This process is continued until all of the holes have aligned endcaps. If one of the endcaps is mis-aligned or becomes damaged, the glue can be heated and the endcap realigned or replaced.

Abstract: Methods for producing single crystal silicon ingots by Continuous Czochralski (CCz) are disclosed. A batch of buffer members (e.g., quartz cullets) is added to an outer melt zone of the crucible assembly before the main body of the ingot is grown. In some embodiments, the ratio of the mass M of the batch of buffer members added to the melt to the time between adding the batch of buffer members to the melt and when the ingot main body begins to grow is controlled such that the ratio of M/T is greater than a threshold M/T.

Abstract: This description relates, generally, to protecting a circuit from an input voltage. Various examples include an apparatus including one or more circuits to draw current from, or provide current to, a pair of connectors for an input circuit. The connectors may be for electrical coupling to first and second terminals of a twisted pair. The one or more circuits may be at least partially responsive to positive and negative biasing signals. The apparatus may additionally include an operational amplifier to generate the positive and negative biasing signals. The operational amplifier may include: a first input terminal at least partially responsive to a reference voltage and a second input terminal at least partially responsive to a common-mode voltage of the input circuit. Related systems and methods are also disclosed.

Abstract: A method for assembling a two-dimensional fiber array launcher assembly. The method includes providing an alignment structure having a two-dimensional alignment plate with holes at one end and a two-dimensional beam shaper with micro-lenses at an opposite end. An endcap having a fiber attached thereto is systematically positioned in each hole, and is aligned with one of the micro-lenses with a high precision tolerance. The aligned endcap is then secured in the hole using a curable glue. This process is continued until all of the holes have aligned endcaps. If one of the endcaps is mis-aligned or becomes damaged, the glue can be heated and the endcap realigned or replaced.

Abstract: Methods for producing single crystal silicon ingots by Continuous Czochralski (CCz) are disclosed. A batch of buffer members (e.g., quartz cullets) is added to an outer melt zone of the crucible assembly before the main body of the ingot is grown. In some embodiments, the ratio of the mass M of the batch of buffer members added to the melt to the time between adding the batch of buffer members to the melt and when the ingot main body begins to grow is controlled such that the ratio of M/T is greater than a threshold M/T.

Abstract: Multimedia piracy detection (e.g., using a computerized tool) is enabled. A system can comprise a memory that stores executable instructions that, when executed by a processor, facilitate performance of operations, comprising: determining, based on a time domain and/or a frequency domain associated with original digital media content (e.g., and respective digital transportation) and using a counterfeit digital media content model, whether digital media content comprises a counterfeit of an authorized release of the original digital media content, wherein the counterfeit digital media content model has been generated based on machine learning applied to time domains and/or frequency domains of past original digital media content (e.g., and respective digital transportation) and to past digital media content (e.g., counterfeit digital media content) (e.g.

Abstract: Methods for producing single crystal silicon ingots by Continuous Czochralski (CCz) are disclosed. A batch of buffer members (e.g., quartz cullets) is added to an outer melt zone of the crucible assembly before the main body of the ingot is grown. In some embodiments, the ratio of the mass M of the batch of buffer members added to the melt to the time between adding the batch of buffer members to the melt and when the ingot main body begins to grow is controlled such that the ratio of M/T is greater than a threshold M/T.

Abstract: An method for a wireless station to select an access point among a plurality of access point possibilities using a combination of characteristics about each access point such as signal strength, access point load, protocol, maximum throughput, multi-user MIMO capability, and channel load.

Abstract: An method for a wireless station to select an access point among a plurality of access point possibilities using a combination of characteristics about each access point such as signal strength, access point load, protocol, maximum throughput, multi-user MIMO capability, and channel load.

Abstract: Circuitry of a physical layer for interfacing with a communication bus of a wired local area network is disclosed. The circuitry includes a variable delay driver operably coupled to a communication bus. The communication bus includes a shared transmission medium. The variable delay driver is configured to control a slew rate of a driven transmit signal at the driver output. The circuitry also includes receiver circuitry operably coupled to the communication bus. The circuitry further includes a common mode dimmer operably coupled to the receiver circuitry and the communication bus. The common mode dimmer is configured to protect the receiver circuitry from common mode interference.

Abstract: Circuitry of a physical layer for interfacing with a communication bus of a wired local area network is disclosed. The circuitry includes a variable delay driver operably coupled to a communication bus. The communication bus includes a shared transmission medium. The variable delay driver is configured to control a slew rate of a driven transmit signal at the driver output. The circuitry also includes receiver circuitry operably coupled to the communication bus. The circuitry further includes a common mode dimmer operably coupled to the receiver circuitry and the communication bus. The common mode dimmer is configured to protect the receiver circuitry from common mode interference.

Abstract: Assemblies and methods of use are disclosed for determining a position of a body within a tubing section. A signal generator coupled to the body is operable to generate a pressure wave in response to detecting a detectable portion of the tubing section when the body is moved relative to the tubing section.

Abstract: A device may be configured to provide a user interface that supports sequential selection of objects displayed on a screen. As configured, the device may display a presentation of multiple objects, and the device may receive a user input that defines a path within the presentation of displayed objects. The device may then determine the sequential order of a selected subset of the displayed objects. Based on this sequential order, the device may select, initiate, and perform an action that is targeted at the selected subset of the objects. In the context of an action game, the user may trace the path through various enemies, and the device may select and perform the action based on the number of enemies, the type of enemies, or the order in which the enemies were selected. Selection and initiation of the action may begin while the user input is still being received.

Abstract: Assemblies and methods of use are disclosed for determining a position of a body within a tubing section. A signal generator coupled to the body is operable to generate a pressure wave in response to detecting a detectable portion of the tubing section when the body is moved relative to the tubing section.

Abstract: A device may be configured to provide a user interface that supports sequential selection of objects displayed on a screen. As configured, the device may display a presentation of multiple objects, and the device may receive a user input that defines a path within the presentation of displayed objects. The device may then determine the sequential order of a selected subset of the displayed objects. Based on this sequential order, the device may select, initiate, and perform an action that is targeted at the selected subset of the objects. In the context of an action game, the user may trace the path through various enemies, and the device may select and perform the action based on the number of enemies, the type of enemies, or the order in which the enemies were selected. Selection and initiation of the action may begin while the user input is still being received.