Abstract: In an embodiment, a method comprises: establishing, by a wireless wearable computer worn by a user, a wireless communication connection with a fitness machine; obtaining machine data from the fitness machine while the user is engaged in a workout session on the fitness machine; obtaining, from a heart rate sensor of the wireless device, heart rate data of the user; determining a calibrated maximal oxygen consumption of the user based on the heart rate data and the machine data; determining a heart rate caloric expenditure based on the heart rate data and the calibrated maximal oxygen consumption of the user; and providing information corresponding to the heart rate caloric expenditure for presentation.

Abstract: An aerosol provision device includes a device housing having a device chamber, an induction coil for generating a varying magnetic field, and a removable receptacle arranged to be at least partially received in the device chamber; the receptacle having a base, a wall arrangement extending from the base, the base and wall arrangement defining a heating chamber arranged to removably receive at least a portion of an article including aerosol generating material, a heating element protruding into the heating chamber from the base, the heating element heatable by the induction coil for heating at least a portion of an article having aerosol generating material received in the heating chamber, and a closed channel formed within the wall arrangement, the closed channel at least partially extending in the device chamber to provide airflow to the heating chamber when the receptacle is in the device chamber.

Abstract: An aerosol provision device and systems as well as related methods of using. The aerosol provision device has a device housing defining a device chamber, a heating element protruding into the chamber from an end of the device chamber, and a receptacle defining a heating chamber arranged to receive at least a portion of a consumable including aerosolizable material. The receptacle is at least partially removably disposed within the device chamber and includes a contact feature arranged to make sliding contact with the heating element during removal of the receptacle from the device chamber.

Abstract: An aerosol provision device can include a heater assembly. The heater assembly has a heating chamber arranged to receive at least a portion of an article comprising aerosol generating material, and a heating element configured to heat a portion of the article received in the heating chamber. A base is provided at one end of the heating chamber. A spacer is also provided to space the article from the base when at least the portion of the article is received in the heating chamber.

Abstract: An aerosol provision device heating system includes a heating region that can receive at least a portion of an article comprising aerosol generating material. The system also includes a first susceptor that extends within the heating region, and a second susceptor that at least partially surrounds at least a portion of the heating region. A first induction coil generates a first varying magnetic field that penetrates, and causes heating in, the first susceptor. A second induction coil generates a second varying magnetic field that penetrates, and causes heating in, the second susceptor. The first and second induction coils may be independently controllable.

Abstract: An aerosol provision system can include an aerosol provision device including an outer face, wherein the outer face includes a first portion and a second portion, the second portion being recessed in a first direction with respect to the first portion, wherein the aerosol provision device includes a connecting portion that connects the first portion to the second portion and defines an undercut in a direction non-parallel to the first direction; and a removable member configured to be removably attachable to the aerosol provision device so as to cover at least a portion of the outer face, wherein the removable member includes at least one attachment element configured to be removably receivable at least partially within the undercut to restrict movement of the removable member in a direction opposite to the first direction when the removable member is attached to the aerosol provision device.

Abstract: An aerosol provision device and related methods of using the device where the device includes a device housing defining a chamber and a heater assembly. The assembly includes a receptacle defining a heating chamber arranged to removably receive at least a portion of an article having aerosol generating material, and a heating element for heating at least a portion of an article having aerosol generating material received in the heating chamber. The receptacle is removably disposed within the device housing chamber and is configured such that rotation of the receptacle relative to the device housing allows it to be engaged or disengaged with the device housing. A system and a kit of parts can include the device.

Abstract: An aerosol provision device has a heater assembly with a receptacle defining a heating chamber arranged to receive at least a portion of an article including aerosol generating material, a heating element configured to heat a portion of the article received in the heating chamber, and a mount supporting the heating element. The heating element includes a heating portion and an anchoring portion, and the anchoring portion is insert molded into the mount such that the anchoring portion is embedded within the mount. Also disclosed are a heater assembly of the device, methods of forming the same, and an aerosol provision system that includes the device and an article comprising aerosol generating material.

Abstract: An aerosol provision device heating system is described. The system includes a heating region that can receive at least a portion of an article including aerosol generating material. The system also includes a first heating element that extends within a first portion of the heating region, and a second heating element that at least partially surrounds a second portion of the heating region. In some arrangements, at least part of the first heating element extending within the heating region is offset from the second heating element. In some arrangements, most of the second heating element is offset from the first heating element.

Abstract: An aerosol provision device includes an induction coil for generating a varying magnetic field, and a heater assembly having a heating chamber for receiving at least a portion of an article having aerosolizable material, a base, and a heating element heatable by the induction coil, the heating element protruding into the heating chamber from the base and defining an axis (A), and a temperature sensor for sensing a temperature of the heating element, wherein the temperature sensor is positioned in contact with the heating element in the base of the heater assembly and separated from the heating chamber.

Abstract: An apparatus for an aerosol generating device comprises a first housing member for at least partly defining a chamber for containing a heater arrangement for heating an aerosol generating material; and a second housing member attached to the first housing member via an attachment. The first housing member and the second housing member define therebetween a passageway into the chamber. The passageway is configured to allow an electrical connecting member for connecting to the heater arrangement to extend through the passageway. The apparatus also comprises a sealing arrangement arranged to seal the passageway. The attachment between the first housing member and the second housing member is configured to hold the first housing member and the second housing member in a configuration which causes the sealing arrangement to seal the passageway.

Abstract: A method of assembling an apparatus (1) for heating aerosolisable material to volatilise at least one component of the aerosolisable material to form an aerosol for inhalation by a user, the apparatus having a first proximal end (3) and a second distal end (5), the method comprising the steps of providing a first chassis (19) for supporting a heating arrangement for receiving and heating aerosolisable material, the first chassis (19) or a component supported by the first chassis (19) comprising a first engagement element; providing a first sleeve (11b) to form at least a part of a casing of the apparatus, the first sleeve (11b) comprising a second engagement element; and inserting the first chassis (19) into a cavity of the first sleeve (11b) to cause automatic engagement of the first engagement element and the second engagement element during assembly of the apparatus (1).

Abstract: Provided is an assembly for use in an apparatus for heating aerosolizable material to volatilize at least one component of the aerosolizable material to generate an inhalable aerosol. The assembly having a structure delimiting an opening through which aerosolizable material can be removably inserted into the apparatus, a door coupled to the structure and movable between an open position where access to the opening is unrestricted and a closed position where access to the opening is restricted, and a latching arrangement configured to hold the door in at least one of the open position and the closed position when the door is in the one of the open position and the closed position until an external force is applied, in use, to release the latching arrangement.

Abstract: An expandable refrigeration system for vehicles includes a generally rigid frame member having a plurality of walls that define a first hollow interior space. An expandable cooler body that includes a plurality of expandable wall sections is connected to the rigid frame member. The expandable body section is positioned within the first hollow interior space when the system is collapsed, and extends outward therefrom when the system is in the expanded configuration. A refrigeration unit is secured to the rigid frame member and controls a temperature of the expandable body section. A transitional wall member selectively operates as a lid for the cooler body and to secure the cooler body within the frame member.

Abstract: A power transfer assembly for an engine is provided. The power transfer assembly includes a first flywheel coupled to a crankshaft of the engine. The power transfer assembly includes a second flywheel selectively coupled to the first flywheel. The power transfer assembly also includes a first transmission unit coupled to the first flywheel and the second flywheel. The first transmission unit is adapted to selectively transfer mechanical power between the first flywheel and the second flywheel. The power transfer assembly further includes a second transmission unit coupled to the first transmission unit, the second flywheel, and an engine accessory. The second transmission unit is adapted to selectively transfer mechanical power between any one of the first transmission unit and the second flywheel, and the engine accessory.

Abstract: A power transfer assembly for an engine is provided. The power transfer assembly includes a first flywheel coupled to a crankshaft of the engine. The power transfer assembly includes a second flywheel selectively coupled to the first flywheel. The power transfer assembly also includes a first transmission unit coupled to the first flywheel and the second flywheel. The first transmission unit is adapted to selectively transfer mechanical power between the first flywheel and the second flywheel. The power transfer assembly further includes a second transmission unit coupled to the first transmission unit, the second flywheel, and an engine accessory. The second transmission unit is adapted to selectively transfer mechanical power between any one of the first transmission unit and the second flywheel, and the engine accessory.

Abstract: A control system for a machine may include an electronic controller configured to receive a sensor signal indicative of an operational parameter of the machine, and to output a control signal to an actuator to control an operational characteristic of the machine. The electronic controller may include a poles-zeros identification module, an onboard system identification module configured for online, real-time identification of one or more transfer functions that govern a dynamic relationship between one or more inputs and one or more outputs of at least one plant model, wherein the at least one plant model is representative of behaviors of the machine and simulates a dynamic influence of the operational parameter, and a comparator that determines the accuracy of a plant model.

Abstract: A method of obtaining an operational redundancy value, for a system having a plurality of environmental maintenance modules for maintaining an environmental value within a specified range, includes monitoring the modules while the modules are running, to receive operational data regarding a level of operation of each of the modules. The method also includes determining an operational weight for each of the modules based on the operational data of each of the modules, computing an available capacity of the system based on the operational weights of the modules, and determining a required capacity for the system to maintain the environmental value within the specified range when a load exists for the modules. The method also includes calculating the operational redundancy value based on the available capacity and the required capacity and providing a message based on the operational redundancy value.

Abstract: An expandable refrigeration system for vehicles includes a generally rigid frame member having a plurality of walls that define a first hollow interior space. An expandable cooler body that includes a plurality of expandable wall sections is connected to the rigid frame member. The expandable body section is positioned within the first hollow interior space when the system is collapsed, and extends outward therefrom when the system is in the expanded configuration. A refrigeration unit is secured to the rigid frame member and controls a temperature of the expandable body section. A transitional wall member selectively operates as a lid for the cooler body and to secure the cooler body within the frame member.

Abstract: A rotating feed distributor for use in connection with rock crushers and other devices. The feed distributor comprises a platform for receiving rocks and a chute having an inlet and outlet wherein the rocks pass through. The feed distributor is designed to reduce wear by evenly distributing rocks into the crusher. The chute is supported and rotated utilizing a motor, drive belts, a sheave structure, thrust bearings and idler wheels. The sheave structure includes a flange and a face which are generally orthogonal to one another. The belts, thrust bearings and idler wheels each engage with the sheave structure.