Abstract: A method of forming a procedure plan includes arranging a tracking arm distal end in communication with a reference location (RL) about a site or an object received thereat (S/O), the RL disposed in relation to the tracking arm in a 3D space. Physical points about the S/O are each contacted with an end effector of a procedure tool engaged with a robot arm disposed in known relation to the tracking arm, and locations thereof concurrently determined in the 3D space. A reference frame (RF) is formed in the 3D space, relative to the RL, from the locations of the physical points, and includes a location of the S/O within the RF. A plan is formed for an end effector procedure on the S/O, within the RF and relative to the RL, including a route traversed by the end effector to and from the S/O and during the procedure.

Abstract: Semiconductor devices are provided. In one example, a semiconductor device includes a Group III-nitride semiconductor structure. The semiconductor device includes a first contact on the Group III-nitride semiconductor structure. The semiconductor device includes a second contact on the Group III-nitride semiconductor structure. The second contact is spaced apart from the first contact. The Group III-nitride semiconductor structure includes a plurality of channel structures extending in a length direction between the first contact and the second contact. The semiconductor device includes an isolation implant region extending along at least a portion of a length of at least one of the plurality of channel structures. The isolation implant region comprises implanted dopants.

Abstract: Semiconductor devices are provided. In one example, a semiconductor device includes a Group III-nitride semiconductor structure. The semiconductor device may include a gate contact on the Group III-nitride semiconductor structure. The semiconductor device may include a field plate overlapping the Group III-nitride semiconductor structure. The semiconductor device may include a thermally conductive passivation layer overlapping the gate contact. The thermally conductive passivation layer may be between the field plate and the Group III-nitride semiconductor structure. The thermally conductive passivation layer may contact the Group III-nitride semiconductor structure. The thermally conductive passivation layer may have a thermal conductivity of at least about 80 W/(m·k).

Abstract: A load sensor having a centrally disposed aperture element through which a fastening element of a vehicle air suspension assembly passes to affix the load sensor between the vehicle air suspension assembly and the vehicle suspension, wherein the load sensor has a force measurement sensor disposed proximate an elongate slot to generate a load signal which varies based on an amount of strain in the load sensor, wherein the load signal received by a load calculator allows calculation of the load exerted from the vehicle frame to the vehicle suspension.

Abstract: Deployment of arrangements of physical computing components coupled over a communication fabric are presented herein. In one example, a method includes presenting, to a workload manager, a target machine capable of receiving execution jobs from the workload manager. The target machine has a network state and comprises a selection of computing components. The method also includes receiving a job issued by the workload manager that is directed to the target machine. Based on properties of the job, the method includes determining resource requirements for handling the job, forming a composed machine comprising physical computing components that support the resource requirements of the job, transferring the network state of the target machine to the composed machine and indicating the network state of the composed machine to the workload manager, and initiating execution of the job on the composed machine.

Abstract: Apparatus for cooperating with a stationary integrated circuit test board. The apparatus includes a frame for positioning relative to a stationary integrated circuit test board, where the test board is for coupling to an integrated circuit device under test. The apparatus also includes a probe having a tip, and a processor-controlled actuator apparatus coupled to the frame and for moving the probe tip to selectively electrically contact a test point on the integrated circuit test board.

Abstract: A movable barrier operator comprising a motor, communication circuitry configured to receive a control signal and communicate with a door lock associated with a passageway door, and a controller. The controller is configured to authenticate the control signal, wherein authenticating the control signal includes associating the signal with a first level of access or a second level of access. The controller is further configured to communicate with the door lock via the communication circuitry to permit opening of the passageway door in response to associating the control signal with the first level of access and inhibit opening of the passageway door in response to associating the control signal with the second level of access. The controller is configured to cause the motor to open the movable barrier regardless of association of the control signal with the first level of access or the second level of access.

Abstract: This document presents devices, systems, and their methods of use for content generation, engagement, and distribution by which a user can interact with collected content in a variety of different manners. Generally, a content engagement platform is provided, where the platform may be implemented on one or more computing devices, such as one or more of: a remote server, a desktop computer, a tablet computer, a handheld mobile computing device, for instance, a mobile phone or personal digital assistant, a smart accessory, such as a watch or eyeglasses, and the like. The platform allows a user to annotate and distribute video content.

Abstract: The present invention relates to monoterpenoid and phenylpropanoid containing derivative compounds, methods of making the compounds, compositions comprising the compounds, and methods of repelling pests using the compounds and/or compositions.

Abstract: A method for enrolling users in an access control system, the method including sending a notification to a device of a user, instructing the user to capture an image with the device; generating a first representation of a face of the user using a first image of the user; generating a second representation of a face of the user using a second image of the user captured with the device; determining a likelihood of a match between the first and second representations; and if the likelihood of a match meets a threshold, using the second image as an enrollment photo for the access control system.

Abstract: A computer readable medium having executable code that causes one or more processors to: receive at least one of a first image of a user or a first representation of a face of the user; if a first image of the user was received, then generate a generated representation of the face of the user using the first image; capture a second image of the user and generate a second representation of the face of the user using the second image; determine a likelihood of a match between the second representation and at least one of the first representation and the generated representation; and if the likelihood of a match does not meet a confidence threshold, receive an authentication factor, determine validity of the authentication factor, and permit access by the user to a secure asset in instances where the authentication factor is valid.

Abstract: A computer readable medium comprising code that causes one or more processors to: receive a first representation of a face generated from a first image of a user and receive a difference model, the difference model indicative of a difference between the first image and a second image of the user; capture a third image of the user and generate a second representation of the face of the user using the third image; determine a first likelihood of a match between the first and second representations and/or determine a second likelihood of a match between the second representation and a third representation, the third representation being a combination of the first representation and the difference model; and permit access by the user to a secure asset in instances where at least one of the first or second likelihoods of a match meets a threshold.

Abstract: Systems, methods, and machine-executable data structures for the processing of data for the secure creation, administration, manipulation, processing, and storage of electronic data useful in the processing of electronic payment transactions and other secure data processes. Aspects of such systems include trusted platforms by which networked communication devices and merchant systems may be registered as trusted entities. Information associated with particular payment means, such as accounts or payment tokens, can be stored on device(s) secure data sets known as virtual or electronic wallets, or in the form of secure payment tokens. Common application programming interfaces executed by devices may facilitate push and pull processes between electronic wallets and other secure data stores. Users may thereby initiate and complete electronic transactions directly from within applications on trusted devices.

Abstract: Peer-to-peer arrangements between endpoint devices are provided herein. A method includes establishing synthetic devices representing endpoint devices in an address domain associated with a host processor, where the endpoint devices have a different address domain than the host processor. The method also includes forming a peer arrangement between the endpoint devices such that data transfers between the endpoint devices in the different address domain can be initiated by the host processor interfacing with the synthetic devices.

Abstract: In one aspect, a portable electronic device is provided for accessing a secured area to deliver a package therein. The portable electronic device includes a sensor configured to detect an indicium of the package and communication circuitry configured to communicate a message to a server computer associated with the package upon the sensor detecting the indicium. The communication circuitry is further configured to receive delivery information from the server computer, the delivery information including at least a location of the secured area. The portable electronic device further includes a processor operatively coupled to the sensor and the communication circuitry. The processor is configured to cause, via the communication circuitry, the movable barrier operator to open a movable barrier associated with the secured area.

Abstract: Systems and techniques are provided for providing access to one or more execution environments. For example, a process can include receiving a listen call from a first virtual machine (VM) and registering a listener call context of the first VM with a callback service of a trusted execution environment (TEE). A return code indicating no callback requests are available causes the first VM to put the listener call context to sleep. A call from a second VM raises a service request for a VM service of the first VM. A wake return code to the second VM wakes the listener call context of the first VM. A callback request transmitted to the VM service of the first VM corresponds to the service request raised by the second VM. A response call received from the VM service of the first VM is indicative of a callback response to the callback request.

Abstract: Perimeter blocks for a PV array comprising fastener or component holes for anchoring the array bonding the array and protecting array cabling. Perimeter blocks provide a favorable aerodynamic shape to help deflect incoming wind, to channel rainwater over the array, and to protect the edge of the array. PV arrays having PV modules and perimeter blocks contacting native topography or a smoothed or substantially flat portion of the ground in an array and holding the array together and down are also disclosed.

Abstract: Systems, methods and apparatus for wireless charging are disclosed. A charging device has a resonant circuit comprising one or more transmitting coils, a driver circuit configured to provide a charging current to the resonant circuit, a zero-crossing detector configured to provide a zero-crossing signal that includes edges corresponding to transitions of a voltage measured across the resonant circuit through a zero volt level or corresponding to transitions of a current in the resonant circuit through a zero ampere level and an Amplitude Shift Keying demodulator. The demodulator may be configured to receive a plurality of samples of voltage or current in the resonant circuit captured at times determined by the edges included in the zero-crossing signal, and demodulate a modulated signal obtained from the charging current using the plurality of samples of voltage or current in the resonant circuit.

Abstract: Systems, devices, and associated methods are provided for testing and tuning devices under test (e.g., radiofrequency modules). An example system includes a test station including an imaging device, a measurement device, and a robotic arm. The system may include a rotary stage coupled with the robotic arm, measurement probes disposed in the rotary stage and operably coupled with the measurement device, and tuning tips disposed in the rotary stage. The system may include a galvo scanner and laser to remove conductive material. The test station may perform a testing procedure on an RF module where the measurement probes generate testing data indicative of testing parameters. The test station may perform a tuning procedure on the RF module where a tuning tip or the laser modifies the RF module based on the testing parameters. The testing and tuning may be performed by a user, semi-autonomously, or autonomously.