Abstract: Apparatus, system and method for a predictive risk manager for managing a supply chain comprising a plurality of supply chain nodes. Included in a risk manager are: a managing central hub comprising a plurality of primary data regarding anonymized hardware and software product data from the plurality of supply chain nodes, and life cycle data for all parts employed at the plurality of supply chain nodes; an input to the managing central hub comprising current proprietary data regarding a product made at one of the plurality of supply chain nodes; a plurality of rules capable of recognizing a predictive non-competitive part related risk embedded in the proprietary data, the plurality of rules calculating a recommended redesign to address the predictive non-competitive part related risk before it arises; and an output from the managing central hub to a graphical user interface, wherein the non-competitive part related risk and the recommended redesign are presented on the graphical user interface.

Abstract: A recycling kiosk for recycling and financial remuneration for submission of an electronic device such as a mobile phone is disclosed herein. The recycling kiosk includes electrical connectors and an inspection area with an upper chamber, a lower chamber, a transparent plate and at least one camera in order to perform a visual analysis and an electrical analysis of the electronic device for determination of a value of the electronic device. The recycling kiosk also includes a processor and a display for user interaction.

Abstract: The present invention is a magnetic turbine, comprising, a housing, a set of blades attached to the housing, a set of magnets attached to the housing, a shaft connected to the housing, a based, wherein the base contains a system to convert rotational energy into electrical energy, a magnetic propulsion system connected to the base, and positioned relative to the set of magnets.

Abstract: A pump includes a shaft that is rotatable about a central axis. An inducer is mounted on the shaft and has an inducer blade and inducer shroud attached at an outer end of the inducer blade. An impeller is mounted on the shaft downstream of the inducer and has an impeller blade and an impeller shroud attached at an outer end of the impeller blade. There is an axially-elongated annular seal element disposed at an axial end of the inducer shroud that provides sealing between the inducer shroud and the impeller shroud.

Abstract: A method of developing a product is provided that includes generating a digital system model (DSM) that describes the product and a manufacturing process for the product, and generating a digital twin (DTw) of an instance of a component of the manufacturing process, the DTw including a digital replica of the instance. The method includes receiving attribute data for attributes of process/process characteristics subject to sources of variation that affect product quality. The digital replica is executed with input of the attribute data, and thereby updating the DTw to replicate the instance of the component of the manufacturing process as performed. A data analysis of the manufacturing process is performed based on the DTw as updated, and the manufacturing process is modified based on the data analysis to reduce variability in one or more product characteristics. The DTws of multiple instances may be used to generate further improvement.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides an energy storage device comprising at least one electrochemical cell comprising a negative current collector, a negative electrode in electrical communication with the negative current collector, an electrolyte in electrical communication with the negative electrode, a positive current collector, and a positive electrode in electrical communication with the positive current collector and electrolyte. The positive electrode comprises a material that is solid at the operating temperature of the energy storage device.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides an energy storage device comprising at least one electrochemical cell comprising a negative current collector, a negative electrode in electrical communication with the negative current collector, an electrolyte in electrical communication with the negative electrode, a positive current collector, and a positive electrode in electrical communication with the positive current collector and electrolyte. The positive electrode comprises a material that is solid at the operating temperature of the energy storage device.

Abstract: A turbopump includes an impeller (22) that is rotatable about an axis (A). A discharge collector (28) is located radially outward of the impeller. A passage (30) fluidly connects the impeller to the discharge collector. The passage is curved.

Abstract: A pump includes a shaft that is rotatable about a central axis. An inducer is mounted on the shaft and has an inducer blade and inducer shroud attached at an outer end of the inducer blade. An impeller is mounted on the shaft downstream of the inducer and has an impeller blade and an impeller shroud attached at an outer end of the impeller blade. There is an axially-elongated annular seal element disposed at an axial end of the inducer shroud that provides sealing between the inducer shroud and the impeller shroud.

Abstract: An apparatus, system and method for an excess and obsoletion application and engine resident in a supply chain management system. Included are at least one rule set; at least one database of distinct customers, wherein the at least one database has relationally accessible in accordance with ones of the distinct customer entries in the at least one database at least the manufactured product for the distinct customer correspondent; a full parts and materials list correspondent to the manufacturing of the manufactured product; definitions from the contract for each of the manufactured products and each of the distinct customer regarding when ones of the parts and the materials become excess or obsolete; and a graphical user interface (GUI) suitable to provide access to details of at least the manufactured product, the full parts and materials list, and the definitions, such that a claim for excess or obsoletion may be made through the GUI.

Abstract: The present invention is a magnetic turbine, comprising, a housing, a set of blades attached to the housing, a set of magnets attached to the housing, a shaft connected to the housing, a based, wherein the base contains a system to convert rotational energy into electrical energy, a magnetic propulsion system connected to the base, and positioned relative to the set of magnets.

Abstract: A system and method of micro dosing containers on a conveying system is disclosed. The system includes a mixing tank to maintain suspended solids in a mixture; a dosing assembly to inject micro-doses of the mixture into bottles; a recirculation assembly to circulate the mixture from the supply tank to the dosing assembly and back to the supply tank; a power and controls operation assembly to supply the system with power, to provide the system with electromechanical control and/or to provide a user interface; and a stand to hold at least the supply tank, the portable dosing assembly, the recirculation assembly and/or the power and/or controls operation assembly.

Abstract: A system and method of micro dosing containers on a conveying system is disclosed. The system includes a mixing tank to maintain suspended solids in a mixture; a dosing assembly to inject micro-doses of the mixture into bottles; a recirculation assembly to circulate the mixture from the supply tank to the dosing assembly and back to the supply tank; a power and controls operation assembly to supply the system with power, to provide the system with electromechanical control and/or to provide a user interface; and a stand to hold at least the supply tank, the portable dosing assembly, the recirculation assembly and/or the power and/or controls operation assembly.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides an energy storage device comprising at least one electrochemical cell comprising a negative current collector, a negative electrode in electrical communication with the negative current collector, an electrolyte in electrical communication with the negative electrode, a positive current collector, and a positive electrode in electrical communication with the positive current collector and electrolyte. The positive electrode comprises a material that is solid at the operating temperature of the energy storage device.

Abstract: A myofascial release apparatus can include a head member and a shaft configured to couple to the head member and to releasably mount the head member to a weightlifting rack. This can be accomplished, for example, by threading the shaft of the apparatus through apertures on a support member of the weightlifting rack and placing a securing member or securing loop on the shaft to prevent the shaft from retreating through the support member during use. The apparatus can be included in a kit having one or more of the following additional components: a washer, a magnet, collars, two or more additional head members, or a handle. The head members can be any suitable shape, including a blunt nub head, a precision nub head, and/or a broad nub head.

Abstract: An improved system and method of capturing, transmitting, rating (exclusive content), continuously playing, selling and advertising listener and/or viewer data from vehicle Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) equipped infotainment systems capable of receiving and translating live broadcasts for Analog TV, Digital TV, HDTV, Satellite TV, Satellite Radio (SIRUS/XM), AM, FM, HD, DRM, UHF, VHF, Shortwave, Internet Podcasts and Bluetooth coupled media is described herein. The In-vehicle Listener and Viewer Data Capture System (LVDCS) is capable of recording, collecting and transmitting audience measurement data (from automobiles or other vehicles), using only the vehicle's OEM equipped communication network, including viewing and listening data for all audio and video content derived from the Infotainment System Module (ISM), Audio/Video Control Module (A/VCM), touchscreen or vehicle radio. The scope of viewing and listening data collected as well as communication method are unique to the LVDCS.

Abstract: A system and method of micro dosing containers on a conveying system is disclosed. The system includes a mixing tank to maintain suspended solids in a mixture; a dosing assembly to inject micro-doses of the mixture into bottles; a recirculation assembly to circulate the mixture from the supply tank to the dosing assembly and back to the supply tank; a power and controls operation assembly to supply the system with power, to provide the system with electromechanical control and/or to provide a user interface; and a stand to hold at least the supply tank, the portable dosing assembly, the recirculation assembly and/or the power and/or controls operation assembly.

Abstract: A modular fiber optic cabling infrastructure system for use in combination with fiber optic cabling, connecting hardware and at least one corresponding transitionary device includes a chassis enclosure surrounding a cavity and forming a plurality of orifices for supporting incoming and exiting fiber optic cabling connections; a plurality of unique integration plates each being sized and configured for selective attachment to at least one of the plurality of orifices and each including a top surface and a bottom surface, the bottom surface of each of the plurality of unique integration plates forming an o-ring groove along a perimeter zone of the bottom surface, and wherein each of the plurality of unique integration plates is structured and disposed for supporting a corresponding style of connecting hardware; an o-ring sized for congruent receipt within the o-ring groove; and wherein each of the plurality of unique integration plates is selectively interchangeable.

Abstract: Embodiments described herein are directed to managing elements within a notification area of a graphical operating system. The elements may include any graphic, logo, or image associated with running software. A user indicates which elements can be displayed in the notification area, consequently creating a list of potentially displayable elements. For each listed element, an order of display, file location, and display status is designated. The user may freely change the order in which elements are displayed in the notification area by repositioning the displayed elements. Elements may be permanently removed from the notification area, resulting in their deletion from the list. Only elements entered into the order list, at the discretion of the user, are displayable within the notification area.