Abstract: 2-dimensional surfaces modified with elastin-like polymer (ELP) that transitions between states in the presence of one or more analytes are described. This transition can be monitored to identify the presence and concentration of the one or more analytes. 2-dimensional surfaces of the present disclosure may also or alternatively be configured such that when an analyte binds to ELP on the 2-dimensional surface, such binding changes a degree at which the ELP responds to various non-analyte stimuli (e.g., pH, temperature, etc.). In such examples, the 2-dimensional surface may detect the presence of analyte based on the how the ELP responds to the non-analyte stimuli. For example, ELP on a 2-dimensional surface may transition between states at a first temperature when analyte is not present (e.g., bound to the ELP). The temperature at which the ELP transitions may change based on how much analyte (e.g., what concentration of analyte) is present.

Abstract: A case can include a base that includes at least one input device; a display device holder; a hinge that couples the base and the display device holder; and a flexible back end that automatically extends backwardly responsive to opening rotation of the display device holder with respect to the base via the hinge.

Abstract: In one aspect, data characterizing healthcare information associated with a patient can be received. A health outcome evaluation can be determined for the patient based on the received healthcare information data. A risk prediction for the patient can be determined based on the determined health outcome evaluation. A treatment recommendation for the patient can be determined based on the determined risk prediction, and the treatment recommendation can be provided.

Abstract: Devices and systems for producing rotational actuation are described. Hydraulic and pneumatic actuators can produce and control rotational motion. A rotary joint may be configured to allow parallel coupling of multiple actuators, and thus increase the range of rotation of the actuators when considered collectively. The actuators may include pistons and piston rods having torus shapes. Methods of manufacturing rotary joints are also described.

Abstract: A system, method, and apparatus for alerting temperature is disclosed. The system includes a temperature alert device configured to be housed within a housing, wherein the device is a wearable device including at least a sensor configured to continuously collect the body temperature of the wearer and indicate the body temperature of the wearer continuously through a light emitting mechanism based on the body temperature collected by the sensor in a manner that does significantly deplete battery life of the device.

Abstract: A system, method, and apparatus for alerting temperature is disclosed. The system includes a temperature alert device configured to be housed within a housing, wherein the device is a wearable device including at least a sensor configured to continuously collect the body temperature of the wearer and indicate the body temperature of the wearer continuously through a light emitting mechanism based on the body temperature collected by the sensor in a manner that does significantly deplete battery life of the device.

Abstract: Devices and systems for producing rotational actuation are described. More specifically, hydraulic and pneumatic actuators that can produce and control rotational or joint-like motion are described. An actuator may include a torus shaped cylinder configured to enable rotation of the actuator. An actuator may further include both a piston configured to rotate from a first end of the torus shaped cylinder to a second end of the torus shaped cylinder and a piston rod coupled to the piston.

Abstract: A multi-source power supply for supplying power that includes a first rectifier configured to convert a first AC power signal from a first source to a first DC power signal, a second rectifier configured to convert a second AC power signal from a second source to a second DC power signal and a common bus operatively connected to the first rectifier and the second rectifier and configured to combine a the DC power signals into a combined DC power signal, where the common bus distributes the combined DC power signal to at least one server.

Abstract: Devices and systems for producing rotational actuation are described. More specifically, hydraulic and pneumatic actuators that can produce and control rotational or joint-like motion are described. An actuator may be configured to allow parallel coupling of multiple actuators, and thus increase the range of rotation of the actuators when considered collectively.

Abstract: Robotic grippers and robotic gripping systems are disclosed. A robotic gripper includes one or more gripping members, one or more tactile sensors on or in the one or more gripping members, and one or more processors. The one or more tactile sensors are configured to take geographic measurements of an object gripped by the one or more gripping members. The one or more processors are configured to create a numeric model of at least a portion of a surface of the object gripped by the one or more gripping members using the geographic measurements from the one or more tactile sensors. The one or more processors are also configured to adjust a location of the object gripped by the one or more gripping members by controlling the one or more gripping members based on the numeric model of the at least the portion of the surface of the object.

Abstract: A multi-source power supply for supplying power that includes a first rectifier configured to convert a first AC power signal from a first source to a first DC power signal, a second rectifier configured to convert a second AC power signal from a second source to a second DC power signal and a common bus operatively connected to the first rectifier and the second rectifier and configured to combine a the DC power signals into a combined DC power signal, where the common bus distributes the combined DC power signal to at least one server.

Abstract: Robotic grippers and robotic gripping systems are disclosed. A robotic gripper includes one or more gripping members, one or more tactile sensors on or in the one or more gripping members, and one or more processors. The one or more tactile sensors are configured to take geographic measurements of an object gripped by the one or more gripping members. The one or more processors are configured to create a numeric model of at least a portion of a surface of the object gripped by the one or more gripping members using the geographic measurements from the one or more tactile sensors. The one or more processors are also configured to adjust a location of the object gripped by the one or more gripping members by controlling the one or more gripping members based on the numeric model of the at least the portion of the surface of the object.

Abstract: A system is provided to allow for charging of a chemical storage device without a rectifier. A gate is used in conjunction with a gate controller. The gate controller monitors input voltage and opens the gate when voltage crosses a zero crossing in a first direction. The gate monitor then closes the gate when the voltage crosses a zero crossing in a second direction. This increases the chances that the output power will have voltage in a single direction. This output power is then fed to a chemical storage device, where it can be stored and used by one or more electronic devices.

Abstract: A displacement measuring cell may be used to measure linear and/or angular displacement. The displacement measuring cell may include movable and stationary electrodes in a conductive fluid. Electrical property measurements may be used to determine how far the movable electrode has moved relative to the stationary electrode. The displacement measuring cell may include pistons and/or flexible walls. The displacement measuring cell may be used in a touch-sensitive robotic gripper. The touch-sensitive robotic gripper may include a plurality of displacement measuring cells mechanically in series and/or parallel. The touch-sensitive robotic gripper may be include a processor and/or memory configured to identify objects based on displacement measurements and/or other measurements. The processor may determine how to manipulate the object based on its identity.

Abstract: A dual directional actuator may be linked to another actuator, device, object, or joint (e.g., a robotic limb or the like). A linkage mechanism may securely couple the actuator to the other actuator, device, object, or joint. Additionally, a piston axle bridge may couple the piston of the actuator to an internal or external axle. The dual directional actuator may be coupled to manifolds with integrated tee fittings to eliminate hoses external to a joint comprising one or more dual directional actuators.

Abstract: A displacement measuring cell may be used to measure linear and/or angular displacement. The displacement measuring cell may include movable and stationary electrodes in a conductive fluid. Electrical property measurements may be used to determine how far the movable electrode has moved relative to the stationary electrode. The displacement measuring cell may include pistons and/or flexible walls. The displacement measuring cell may be used in a touch-sensitive robotic gripper. The touch-sensitive robotic gripper may include a plurality of displacement measuring cells mechanically in series and/or parallel. The touch-sensitive robotic gripper may be include a processor and/or memory configured to identify objects based on displacement measurements and/or other measurements. The processor may determine how to manipulate the object based on its identity.

Abstract: A multi-source power supply for supplying power that includes a first rectifier configured to convert a first AC power signal from a first source to a first DC power signal, a second rectifier configured to convert a second AC power signal from a second source to a second DC power signal and a common bus operatively connected to the first rectifier and the second rectifier and configured to combine a the DC power signals into a combined DC power signal, where the common bus distributes the combined DC power signal to at least one server.

Abstract: A displacement measuring cell may be used to measure linear and/or angular displacement. The displacement measuring cell may include movable and stationary electrodes in a conductive fluid. Electrical property measurements may be used to determine how far the movable electrode has moved relative to the stationary electrode. The displacement measuring cell may include pistons and/or flexible walls. The displacement measuring cell may be used in a touch-sensitive robotic gripper. The touch-sensitive robotic gripper may include a plurality of displacement measuring cells mechanically in series and/or parallel. The touch-sensitive robotic gripper may be include a processor and/or memory configured to identify objects based on displacement measurements and/or other measurements. The processor may determine how to manipulate the object based on its identity.

Abstract: Devices and systems for producing rotational actuation are described. More specifically, hydraulic and pneumatic actuators that can produce and control rotational or joint-like motion are described. An actuator may be configured to allow parallel coupling of multiple actuators, and thus increase the range of rotation of the actuators when considered collectively.

Abstract: A system is provided to allow for charging of a chemical storage device without a rectifier. A gate is used in conjunction with a gate controller. The gate controller monitors input voltage and opens the gate when voltage crosses a zero crossing in a first direction. The gate monitor then closes the gate when the voltage crosses a zero crossing in a second direction. This increases the chances that the output power will have voltage in a single direction. This output power is then fed to a chemical storage device, where it can be stored and used by one or more electronic devices.