Abstract: One embodiment sets forth a technique for performing one or more matrix multiplication operations based on a first matrix and a second matrix. The technique includes receiving data associated with the first matrix from a first traversal engine that accesses nonzero elements included in the first matrix via a first tree structure. The technique also includes performing one or more computations on the data associated with the first matrix and the data associated with the second matrix to produce a plurality of partial results. The technique further includes combining the plurality of partial results into one or more intermediate results and storing the one or more intermediate results in a first buffer memory.

Abstract: Dynamic data quantization may be applied to minimize the power consumption of a system that implements a convolutional neural network (CNN). Under such a quantization scheme, a quantized representation of a 3×3 array of m-bit activation values may include 9 n-bit mantissa values and one exponent shared between the n-bit mantissa values (n<m); and a quantized representation of a 3×3 kernel with p-bit parameter values may include 9 q-bit mantissa values and one exponent shared between the q-bit mantissa values (q<p). Convolution of the kernel with the activation data may include computing a dot product of the 9 n-bit mantissa values with the 9 q-bit mantissa values, and summing the shared exponents. In a CNN with multiple kernels, multiple computing units (each corresponding to one of the kernels) may receive the quantized representation of the 3×3 array of m-bit activation values from the same quantization-alignment module.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to memory page access instrumentation for generating a memory access profile. The memory access profile may be used to co-locate data near the processing unit that accesses the data, reducing memory access energy by minimizing distances to access data that is co-located with a different processing unit (i.e., remote data). Execution thread arrays and memory pages for execution of a program are partitioned across multiple processing units. The partitions are then each mapped to a specific processing unit to minimize inter-partition traffic given the processing unit physical topology.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a curable organopolysiloxane composition that includes a particle having a platinum-group catalyst that is fully encapsulated within a thermoplastic polymer. wherein the composition further includes a filler or treating agent.

Abstract: A hair styling appliance has first and second arms coupled together for reciprocal movement towards and away from each other, and arranged to receive hair within a region between each other. A plenum is disposed within at least one of the first arm and the second arm, the plenum including an air inlet for receiving airflow from a fan unit and an air outlet for emitting airflow towards hair within the region. A heater is disposed adjacent the air outlet for heating the airflow before it is emitted, wherein the heater includes a heating element that extends repeatedly across a heating region.

Abstract: A floor pavement structure exhibiting resistance to overheating, the floor pavement structure comprising at least one layer containing a phase change material. The floor pavement structure may further comprise a heat conductive sub-layer including graphite, graphene or combinations thereof, the heat conductive sub-layer being disposed between the phase change material containing layer and a substrate.

Abstract: Provided herein are methods, compositions and kits for detecting SARS-CoV-2 and host nucleic acids in a tissue sample.

Abstract: The invention relates to an artificial turf comprising: a carrier (308); an artificial turf fiber (501) incorporated into the carrier such that a first portion of the artificial turf fiber (506) protrudes to a back side of the carrier, a second portion of the artificial turf fiber (302) protrudes to a front side of the carrier, and a third portion of the artificial turf fiber (504) is inside the carrier; and a polyurethane backing (210?) formed on the back side of the carrier, characterized in that a phase material is added in the polyurethane backing (210?) and/or in at least one layer formed over the carrier 308. The artificial turf may further comprise a heat conductive layer formed on the back side of the polyurethane backing, the heat conductive layer comprising graphite, graphene and or a combination thereof.

Abstract: A floor pavement structure exhibiting resistance to overheating, the floor pavement structure comprising at least one heat conductive sub-layer including graphite, graphene or combinations thereof, the heat conductive sub-layer being disposed between a top layer and a substrate. The top layer may include a phase change material.

Abstract: An infill material (151) for artificial turf, the infill material comprising a plurality of particles (141) covered at least partially by a PCM shell layer (143) containing at least one PCM material and a heat conductive shell layer (145) formed over the PCM shell layer (143).

Abstract: A computing system and method that can be used for a video conferencing system including a watchdog to ensure that all data associated with the video conference is encrypted from end-to-end. In particular, aspects of the present disclosure provide a secure and private approach to conducting remote meetings. For example, the watchdog can monitor the data associated with the video conference, ranging from call setup data to video image and audio data transmitted from one or more client computing devices. In particular, the present disclosure provides a method for ensuring that the video conference data is protected by using multiple steps and monitoring the video conference data while the video conference is ongoing such that remedial measures can be taken immediately when a breach in security is determined.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a personal care composition. In particular, disclosed herein is a substantially anhydrous personal care composition comprising at least one non-volatile emollient oil having a boiling point of at least 215° C. at atmospheric pressure, a lipophilic material, and less than 25% antiperspirant active by weight of the composition, wherein the composition has reduced volatile silicones, and further wherein the composition is substantially free of emulsifier. The disclosed personal care composition is especially useful as an efficacious antiperspirant or deodorant stick with reduced volatile silicone content that provides parity payout and sensory benefits upon topical application to skin.

Abstract: Systems and methods for testing a power plant emulation are disclosed. Software for an energy management system is deployed to a computer system comprising computing devices. A model of a power plant site is deployed to a test framework. Test commands and/or use cases are injected, via the test framework to public energy management system end points. The test commands and/or use cases are used to emulate and test the model of at least the portion of the power plant site and to generate simulated operating parameter values. The generated simulated operating parameter values of the model are compared with expected values. A determination is made as to whether the model passed testing using the comparison. After determining the model passed testing, software, corresponding to at least a portion of the model, is made available for deployment to operate a physical version of the power plant site.

Abstract: A fluid ejection controller interface includes input logic to receive control data packets and a first clock signal, each control data packet including a set of primitive data bits and a set of random bits, wherein the input logic identifies the random bits in the received control data packets to facilitate the creation of modified control data packets. The fluid ejection controller interface includes a clock signal generator to generate a second clock signal that is different than the first clock signal, and output logic to receive the modified control data packets, and output the modified control data packets to a fluid ejection controller of a fluid ejection device based on the second clock signal.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus are disclosed for deep mining of data sources. A deep miner provides extended reach into available structured databases and/or unstructured data sources. Direct evaluation of columns for relevance to a client query provides a wider array of columns having potential relevance, compared to conventional tools relying on table evaluation. Direct column evaluation is extended to unstructured data sources. A broad interface extends the reach of search seamlessly across a wide range of structured and unstructured data sources. Disclosed techniques provide superior results with reduced computing resource utilization. Limitations of human expertise are overcome. Further efficiencies are achieved through caching, ranking of columns or results, search refinement, and customized responses.

Abstract: A steam dispersion system including insulation is disclosed. The steam dispersion system may include a steam dispersion tube with at least one opening defined on an outer surface of the steam dispersion tube and a hollow interior. The insulation covers at least a portion of the steam dispersion tube, the insulation defining an opening aligned with the opening of the steam dispersion tube, wherein the insulation meets 25/50 flame/smoke indexes for UL723/ASTM E-84 and has a thermal conductivity less than about 0.35 Watts/m-K (2.4 in-hr/ft{circumflex over (?)}2 deg F.). A nozzle defining a throughhole may be placed within the opening of the steam dispersion tube, the throughhole being in fluid communication with the hollow interior of the steam dispersion tube to provide a steam exit.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a computer-implemented method for zero-trust authentication and session management utilizing the Bitcoin Lightning Network. A user requests access to the resource of a service provider and the user provides authentication material to securely access the service provider. The service provider initiates a Hold Invoice via a cryptographic function to generate a pre-image hash instructing the user to authorize release a specified amount of Bitcoin. Bitcoin is then moved into the Hold Invoice where it remains during an authentication attempt. A successful attempt issues an access token to log into an authenticated session. The Hold Invoice remains in place until the session ends, then the Hold Invoice is canceled and Bitcoin is released to the user. An unsuccessful attempt or a violations of terms of use, reveals the pre-image, denies the user access, and Bitcoin is transferred to the service provider as a settled payment transaction.

Abstract: An integrated circuit to drive a plurality of fluid actuation devices includes a strain gauge sensor, an amplifier, and a voltage bias generator. The strain gauge sensor generates a strain gauge signal. The amplifier amplifies the strain gauge signal. The voltage bias generator offsets the amplified strain gauge signal.

Abstract: A management server in communication with one or more object tracking devices is disclosed. The management server may receive location information, configuration information, and orientation information associated with the one or more object tracking devices. Based at least in part on the location information, the management server may receive weather information associated with the locations of the one or more object tracking devices. Based at least in part on the location information, the weather information, the configuration information, and the orientation information, the management server can determine power generated and power consumed by the one or more object tracking devices, which then can be used to determine estimated operation time for the one or more object tracking devices.

Abstract: In response to a programmatic request, configuration information representing a multi-network-segment gateway established on behalf of a customer is stored at a networking service. In response to another programmatic request, a communication session is established between a route signaling node of the gateway and a routing information source located at a customer premise. In response to additional programmatic input, the networking service stores an indication that the gateway is to be used to transfer packets between a cloud-side virtual network and a customer-side virtual network. The routing information exchanged in the session pertains to the cloud-side and customer-side virtual network, and is used to transfer data packets between the two virtual networks.