Abstract: In various examples, static resources—or physical memory locations storing the static resources—may be shared between instances of an application(s) running in a distributed environment. For instance, the disclosed systems and methods may determine whether application resources are shareable (e.g., static or dynamic) by evaluating metadata associated with the resources. In some examples, the systems may allocate a portion (e.g., a range) of a virtual memory associated with an instance of the application for use as a binding target for a static resource. The portion of the virtual memory may then be mapped to a physical memory allocation storing the static resource. In this way, multiple virtual memory portions for multiple instances of the application may be mapped to a same physical memory allocation, and the static resource may be shared between the different application instances.

Abstract: A graphics processing system is configured to perform ray tracing. Rays are bundled together and processed together into a ray bundle using a programmable chip. Intersection testing is performed on the rays of the ray bundle in the scene using fixed function hardware. Results of the intersection testing are used to determine whether the rays are to be maintained in the ray bundle. Shader programs are executed on the rays in the ray bundle by determining differential data for a particular ray of the ray bundle using data for another ray of the ray bundle.

Abstract: A graphics processing system is configured to perform ray tracing. Rays are bundled together and processed together into a ray bundle using a programmable chip. Intersection testing is performed on the rays of the ray bundle in the scene using fixed function hardware. Results of the intersection testing are used to determine whether the rays are to be maintained in the ray bundle. A plurality of instances of a shader program, each corresponding to a ray of the ray bundle, are executed, wherein the shader program utilizes data determined by the execution of an instance of the shader program corresponding to a first ray of the ray bundle in the execution of an instance of the shader program for a further ray of the ray bundle.

Abstract: A wheelchair device for mobility-challenged quadrupeds is disclosed. The device is configured with a user-actuated sit-down action in which an actuator element may be actuated by a user to allow the device to transition from an upright state to a collapsed state. Deflection of the actuator element causes latching element(s) to disengage from corresponding pin(s), whereupon the leg(s) of the device may be permitted to rotate relative to the frame of the device. Thus, as the quadruped initiates a “sitting down” motion, the leg(s) may pivot up alongside the frame to achieve an orientation generally parallel with the frame, putting the device in a collapsed state that permits the quadruped to sit and/or lay down safely, naturally, and comfortably. The device further includes one or more ratchet assemblies that lock the wheel(s) and help drive the device back up to its upright state when the quadruped attempts to move forward.

Abstract: A battery capacity testing interface (BCTI) module may be configured to test a capacity of a battery unit, such as an individual battery or a string of batteries. The BCTI module may instruct a battery unit under test to release a controlled electrical discharge that is measured by the BCTI module. Once determined, battery capacity can provide insight into the battery life of the battery, as well as the ability of the battery to deliver a specified amount of current at a constant rate to a specified end voltage for a specified time. The BCTI module may operate with various types of battery monitors and may be employed to test various types of batteries, including lead-acid batteries and lithium-ion batteries.

Abstract: A load moving apparatus including: a ground engaging device configured for rotation about a substantially horizontal axis; a drive member for driving the at least one ground engaging device; a transmission member operably connected to the drive member and the ground engaging device for transmitting drive from the drive member to the ground engaging device; a chassis member which extends along an axis A for supporting the ground engaging device and the drive member, said chassis member including first and second surfaces which define outermost surfaces of the chassis member and which are spaced a first radial distance from the axis A; wherein the drive member extends a second radial distance from the axis A; wherein the second radial distance is greater than the first radial distance.

Abstract: A main body including a front portion and a rear portion; a ground engaging device configured for rotation about a substantially horizontal axis A; a drive member for driving the at least one ground engaging device; and a transmission member operably connected to the drive member and the ground engaging device for transmitting drive from the drive member to the ground engaging device for rotating the device about the axis A; wherein the axis A lies on a substantially vertical plane X, said plane X positioned between the front portion and the rear portion; and wherein the drive member is positioned in the rear portion of the main body.

Abstract: A load moving apparatus including: a main body having a receiving portion for receiving a weight member; at least one ground engaging device supported on or by the main body; wherein the apparatus is configured to adopt either of first or second respective configurations; wherein in the first configuration a first weight member is receivable by the receiving portion, and in the second configuration a second weight member is receivable by the receiving portion, and wherein the first weight member is different to the second weight member.

Abstract: A floating turbine system comprising a turbine comprising a central cylinder comprising a curved cylindrical surface, a first end face and a second end face opposite the first end face, wherein the first end face and the second end face are joined by a the curved cylindrical surface, and wherein the central cylinder has a sealed inner cavity; a plurality of helical vanes disposed on outer side of the curved cylindrical surface; wherein channels are formed between each of the plurality of helical vanes; and wherein the channels are configured to allow fish to pass along the channels.

Abstract: A pet mobility carrier assembly for a disabled animal having either a rear leg disability or a front leg disability. The assembly includes a carrier base with a perimeter surface, a carrier animal support removably disposed on the carrier base, and at least three rollers connected to the carrier base that provides multi-directional movement to the pet mobility carrier assembly when on a floor.

Abstract: The present disclosure is a coupler assembly for an ostomy appliance. The coupler assembly has a body side coupler defining a female receiver and configured to be selectably coupled to a user and a bag side coupler defining a male portion sized to be selectively coupled to the female receiver of the body side coupler, the bag side coupler configured to be coupled to an ostomy bag. When the male portion is coupled to the female receiver providing, a pulling force on the ostomy bag increases a decoupling force required to uncouple the male portion from the female receiver relative to when the male portion is coupled to the female receiver in a neutral state.

Abstract: A load transporting apparatus including: a main body; at least one surface engaging wheel supporting the main body for moving the main body over a surface; a load engagement device for engagement with a load, and a carriage device, which is connected to the main body or the load engagement device; and a guide member, which is connected to the other of the main body and the load engagement device; wherein the carriage device and the guide member engage each other and permit sliding movement therebetween along an elongate axis, the carriage device having a first portion and a second portion, wherein the first portion extends towards a first side of the guide member and terminates at a first end and wherein the first portion includes a first engagement part which engages a first contact surface of the guide member; the second portion extends towards a second side of the guide member and terminates at a second end and wherein the second portion includes a second engagement part which engages a second contact surf

Abstract: Graphics processing system configured to perform ray tracing. Rays are bundled together and processed together. When differential data is needed by a shader, the data of a true ray in the bundle can be used rather than processing separate tracker rays.

Abstract: Graphics processing system configured to perform ray tracing. Rays are bundled together and processed together. When differential data is needed by a shader, the data of a true ray in the bundle can be used rather than processing separate tracker rays.

Abstract: A floating turbine system comprising a turbine comprising a central cylinder comprising a curved cylindrical surface, a first end face and a second end face opposite the first end face, wherein the first end face and the second end face are joined by a the curved cylindrical surface, and wherein the central cylinder has a sealed inner cavity; a plurality of helical vanes disposed on outer side of the curved cylindrical surface; wherein channels are formed between each of the plurality of helical vanes; and wherein the channels are configured to allow fish to pass along the channels.

Abstract: A device for connecting to a load to be moved, the device including: a main body having a connection formation for engaging with a corresponding formation provided on a load moving apparatus: a connection assembly for connecting the main body to a part of the load to be moved, including: first and second engagement members for engaging with respective portions of the part of the load to be moved, an adjustment member connecting the first engagement member to the main body and providing for adjustment of the position of the first engagement member relative to the main body, a further adjustment member connecting the second engagement member to the main body and providing for adjustment of the position of the second engagement member relative to the main body.

Abstract: A pet mobility carrier assembly for a disabled animal having either a rear leg disability or a front leg disability. The assembly includes a carrier base with a perimeter surface, a carrier animal support removably disposed on the carrier base, and at least three rollers connected to the carrier base that provides multi-directional movement to the pet mobility carrier assembly when on a floor.

Abstract: Method for utilizing a communication line certificate corresponding to a first device and a second device for a communication line, each of the first and second devices including a hardware processor and associated memory includes: creating a unique ID, by a third electronic device; transmitting the unique ID to the first generating a digitally signed request by the first device, wherein the digitally signed request comprises a first proof of an association of the first device to the communication line; transmitting the digitally signed request to the second device; verifying the first proof by the second device to produce a first verification of the association of the first device to the communication line; and generating a digitally signed acceptance by the second device, wherein the digitally signed acceptance comprises a second proof of an association of the second device to the communication line.

Abstract: A pet mobility carrier assembly for a disabled animal having either a rear leg disability or a front leg disability. The assembly includes a carrier base with a perimeter surface, a carrier animal support removably disposed on the carrier base, and at least three rollers connected to the carrier base that provides multi-directional movement to the pet mobility carrier assembly when on a floor.

Abstract: Graphics processing system configured to perform ray tracing. Rays are bundled together and processed together. When differential data is needed by a shader, the data of a true ray in the bundle can be used rather than processing separate tracker rays.