Abstract: A manned/unmanned aerial vehicle adapted for vertical takeoff and landing which is configured to be easily disassembled and reassembled. The aerial vehicle may be assembled with different wings based upon flight needs, which may be based upon cargo mass and flight duration, for example. The aerial vehicle may utilize structural booms within components, and may allow for decoupling of boom sections to facilitate disassembly. The aerial vehicle may utilize electric motors and store power in batteries. A method of customizing a configuration of an unmanned aerial vehicle based upon flight profile factors such as duration, stability, and maneuverability. A method of disassembling an aerial vehicle for storage and/or transport.

Abstract: An aftertreatment temperature management system includes: an engine operative to combust a fuel; an aftertreatment system including an oxidation catalyst and operative to receive exhaust produced by the engine; a heat exchanger coupled to the aftertreatment system and operative to exchange heat between exhaust downstream of the oxidation catalyst and exhaust upstream of the oxidation catalyst; and an insulation at least partially enclosing the heat exchanger and the oxidation catalyst.

Abstract: A pre-filled medical delivery assembly comprising a blow-fill-seal (BFS) bottle with a collapsible reservoir, a neck portion, and a side flange, an administration assembly comprising a collar with a mounting socket with an interior seat into which the neck portion is axially inserted, a needle hub coupled to a double-ended needle comprising a piercing end within the mounting socket and an administration end. A needle shield covers the needle after use and includes a shield base, a shield element, and a hinge flexibly connecting the shield base and the shield. The shield base further comprises at least one circumferential notch that couples to at least one side flange of the BFS bottle.

Abstract: An oil supply system for an aircraft engine having a rotating shaft comprises a retaining nut including a unitary annular body having an outer surface and an inner surface extending around a central axis between a first end and a second end. The inner surface has a threaded portion at the second end. The threaded portion is configured for threaded engagement with a corresponding threaded portion of the rotating shaft. The outer surface of the unitary annular body includes a series of teeth distributed around the central axis of the retaining nut. The teeth are configured for engagement with a tightening tool. A first tooth of the teeth has a first radial oil scoop formed thereon. The first radial oil scoop defines an oil passage extending from the outer surface to the inner surface of the nut at an axial location between the first end and the threaded portion.

Abstract: A refuse vehicle includes multiple tractive elements, a prime mover, and an independent accessory system. The prime mover is configured to generate mechanical energy to drive one or more of the tractive elements. The independent accessory system includes one or more storage tanks configured to store a fuel, and an accessory primary mover. The accessory primary mover is configured to fluidly couple with the one or more storage tanks to receive the fuel from the one or more storage tanks and operate to pressurize a hydraulic fluid to drive an accessory of the refuse vehicle. The accessory primary mover is configured to pressurize the hydraulic fluid to drive the accessory of the refuse vehicle independently of operation of the prime mover.

Abstract: A shower/commode wheeled chair adapted to be locatable over a commode, the shower/commode wheeled chair comprising a frame, a seat support portion, a front portion extending downwardly from the seat support portion, a back support, a shower/commode seat, wheels and a footrest coupled to the front portion.

Abstract: A universal modular coil spring buffer having a plurality of modules arranged in a specific configuration adaptable to be inserted in the gap of a coil spring of a vehicle to prevent shocks. The plurality of modules includes a primary module and a plurality of secondary modules. The top surface and the bottom surface of the primary module includes an elongated groove configured to fix and hold the adjacent coils of the coil spring of the vehicle. The secondary module having a first module, a second module and a third module. The different configurations of the primary module and the plurality of secondary modules can be employed for different vehicles with different coil spring dimensions and based on the distance between the adjacent coils. The buffer lessens the compression to the coil spring thereby minimizing oil to leak caused from the shocks.

Abstract: A range extension system for a refuse vehicle includes a battery, and a controller. The battery is configured to provide electrical energy for accessories of the refuse vehicle. The controller is configured to obtain a state of charge of the battery and limit operation of at least one of the accessories in response to the state of charge of the battery to extend a transportation range of the refuse vehicle.

Abstract: Systems, apparatuses, methods, and computer program products are disclosed for constructing a foundational identity to establish the identity of an individual and linking the foundational identity to various other identities of the individual in virtual spaces. An example method includes linking identities across virtual spaces. The example method further includes verifying identity activity associated with the various other identities using the link between the various other identities and the foundational identity, and based on the verification of the identity activity, generate outputs.

Abstract: An orthopaedic knee prosthesis includes a tibial bearing component with articular features which operate to protect adjacent soft tissues of the natural knee, promote and/or accommodate desired articulation with an abutting femoral component, and facilitate expedient and effective implantation by a surgeon.

Abstract: A fastening system includes a bolt having a head, a shaft member defining an axis of rotation, and a locking member with wings. The bolt is insertable into a receiving hole formed in a surface, wherein upon rotation of the bolt from an initial orientation to a second orientation, the wings engage with underside surfaces of the receiving hole to prevent withdrawal. A locking mechanism is insertable through aligned holes in the shaft member after rotation to prevent both rotation and removal of the bolt. The locking mechanism may be configured for removal from either an interior side or exterior side of the surface. The system enables secure connections that can be easily assembled and disassembled while supporting objects between the bolt head and surface.

Abstract: An electronic device comprises a heat source and a heat distribution structure coupled to the heat source to distribute heat generated by the heat source during operation of the electronic device.

Abstract: A thermal management system for an electronic device, including: a primary thermal conductivity spreader; a first heat-generating component thermally coupled to the primary thermal conductivity spreader; and a secondary thermal conductivity spreader layer positioned between the primary thermal conductivity spreader and a circuit board, wherein the secondary thermal conductivity spreader layer comprises a thermal conductivity spreader that is thermally coupled to the first heat-generating component and extends toward at least one additional heat-generating component having a lower thermal load than the first heat-generating component, wherein at least a portion of the secondary thermal conductivity spreader layer is disposed at a distance above the circuit board to define airflow channels.

Abstract: Embodiments provide systems and methods for transfecting cells to produce a viral vector or other selected virus. One embodiment of a method for transfecting cells to produce a selected virus includes providing a first solution comprising plasmids or other extrachromosomal DNA encoding the virus and a second solution comprising a transfection agent; the two solutions kept separate. The two solutions are then mixed to produce a transfection solution (TS) to be delivered to a cell culture medium (CCM) for transfection of cells in the medium with the plasmid DNA encoding the virus wherein the mixing is initiated responsive to a trigger event. The TS is then incubated to form transfection complexes. Subsequently, the TS is delivered to the CCM to transfect the cells in the medium wherein a viral production parameter resulting from transfection is optimized by initiating mixing of the solutions responsive to the trigger event.

Abstract: A memory device includes processing logic to perform operations including receiving a data (DQ) circuitry activation command via a command address (CA) bus operatively coupled with CA circuitry of the memory device, wherein the DQ circuitry activation command includes data identifying a die of the memory device, in response to receiving the DQ circuitry activation command, causing DQ circuitry of the memory device to transition from a standby state to an idle state, receiving, via the CA bus, a data transaction initialization command of a data transaction, and in response to receiving the data transaction initialization command, causing the DQ circuitry to transition from the idle state to an active state.

Abstract: Present embodiments relate to an insulated container. More particularly, but without limitation, the present embodiments relate to an insulated container with built-in wireless audio for communication and audio playback from a smart device for audio playback.

Abstract: A vending machine system and method for cashless vending of goods of a vending machine. One or more servers, which may include a remote server, communicate with one or more vending machines and communicate with one or more remote devices, which may include a user device. A code sent from a remote device, in wireless communication, is received at the one or more servers and is indicative of a specific vending machine. The code may be a quick-response (QR) code displayed by the specific vending machine, and may be scanned by the remote device. An available balance is transmitted from the one or more servers to the specific vending machine. A transaction amount from the specific vending machine, based on a selected good, is received at the one or more servers. The transaction amount is deducted from the available balance. The specific vending machine may then vend the selected good.

Abstract: A filter cleaning system including filter cleaning apparatus including a tubular mast rotatingly disposed on a support rod. One or more filter retainers adapted to retain a filter can be disposed on the tubular mast. A filter disposed on the tubular mast can rotate about the support rod. A fluid stream can be directed on the filter to clean the filter rotating about the support rod.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally to toll like receptor modulator compounds, such as diamino pyrido[3,2 D] pyrimidine compounds and pharmaceutical compositions which, among other things, modulate toll-like receptors (e.g. TLR-8), and methods of making and using them.