Abstract: The subject matter of this disclosure relates to a software platform that ingests data from a variety of data sources, processes the data, and makes the data available for search. In addition, a data portal is described through which users can quickly find information and improve metadata to take advantage of the enterprise's data assets. Various aspects of disclosed software platforms include technologies for obtaining metadata without touching underlying data assets, technologies for using table or database lineage as a factor in determining document relevance, processes for receiving data pushed from data sources, and processes for exposing what a user needs to do to access particular data assets.

Abstract: Systems and methods for estimating an engine event location are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, a control system is configured to receive feedback from at least one vibration sensor coupled to a reciprocating engine, estimate an engine parameter based at least on the feedback and an Empirical Transform Function (ETF), estimate a location of an engine event based on the engine parameter, and adjust operation of the reciprocating engine based at least on the location of the engine event.

Abstract: The present invention discloses cellulosic composites that include mechanical or chemical pulp, and methods for producing such cellulosic composites. Embodiments of such composites may exhibit improved mechanical properties and moisture resistance when compared to composites derived from conventional cellulosic feedstock.

Abstract: A method includes generating a core record identification (ID) associated with an electronic document. A processor sets one or more access rules indicative of whether the electronic document may be edited after saving the document. The one or more access rules are associated with at least one administrator ID of an administrative user. The method further includes determining, based on a core record ID, whether or not to obtain the electronic consent of a consenting party. The processor evaluates whether the first consenting party ID must provide an electronic consent to the electronic document based on one or more organization consent rules indicative of i) whether consent is required for each access of the computing resource, and ii) whether per-user consent or organizational consent is required. The processor provides access to the computing resource based at least in part on the first consenting party and the core record ID.

Abstract: Generally, the present disclosure relates to solving issues with inefficient management of data within an organization by building a central repository of events within the data ecosystem. The data event management system, disclosed herein, offers a platform agnostic ledger of the data ecosystem that enables data transparency and identifies patterns/bottlenecks to properly adjust to meeting the needs of the data consumer. With this information, data driven decisions can be made to prioritize workload and ensure funding is supporting the consumer prioritized assets.

Abstract: Systems and methods for estimating an engine event location are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, a control system is configured to receive feedback from at least one knock sensor coupled to a reciprocating engine, estimate an engine parameter based at least on the feedback and an Empirical Transform Function (ETF), estimate a location of an engine event based on the engine parameter, and adjust operation of the reciprocating engine based at least on the location of the engine event.

Abstract: A pill feeder accepts a quantity of pills and organizes the pills into a single file where each pill is output in a controlled orientation at a controlled rate. The pill feeder includes a rotating disk, a rotating rim, a lift gate, a separator gate, and an exit path. The rotating disk receives and moves pills in a rotation direction about a surface of the rotating disk at a first angular velocity. The rotating rim that moves pills received from the rotating disk in the same rotation direction as the rotating disk. The lift gate raises a height above the surface of the rotating rim that permits passage of a single layer of the plurality of pills. A transition to an exit chute of the pill feeder provides a plurality of slopes to control the orientation of pills transitioning from the rim to the exit chute.

Abstract: A non-metallic tie, for example a twist-tie or a tin-tie, comprises a polymeric material melt-blending from a composition containing (a) from about 50 to about 80 wt % of at least one matrix-forming thermoplastic polymer which is amorphous or becomes amorphous when melted, and (b) from about 20 to about 50 wt % of at least one elastomeric polymer which has a flexural modulus of less than 700 MPa and a glass transition temperature less than 25° C., based on the combined weight of (a) and (b).

Abstract: A composition comprises a highly filled polymeric concentrate produced by melt processing a filler with a liquid polymeric dispersion.

Abstract: A method of forming a substrate in a thermal compression bonding process that permit substantially greater amounts of fillers than previously accomplished. The method employs a dispersion of a thermoplastic binder and a filler. The dispersion is then thermally compression bonded to form a substrate. Lightweight fillers are one example of fillers that are ideally suited for the thermal compression bonding through the use of a dispersion. Such lightweight fillers enable the formation of a substrate with a very low and desirable specific gravity.

Abstract: A polymeric composite derived from a reclaimed polymeric material. The polymeric composite in particulate form can be thermally compressed into panels and other embodiments that require a component that possesses sufficient mechanical strength and moisture resistance. In certain embodiments, the panel may be utilized as one layer in a multilayered article.

Abstract: Grafted polyethylene polymers and copolymers are reactively extruded to achieve enhanced rheological properties. The utilization of an oligomeric or polymeric wax in the reactive extrusion process with functionalized agents, results in improved rheological characteristics of the grafted polymer.

Abstract: Cellulosic composites comprising cellulosic filaments and a polymer matrix are described. Embodiments of such composites may exhibit improved mechanical properties and moisture resistance. Methods for producing the cellulosic composites include melt processing and articles are produced by extrusion.

Abstract: A method includes generating a core record identification (ID) associated with an electronic document. A processor sets one or more access rules indicative of whether the electronic document may be edited after saving the document. The one or more access rules are associated with at least one administrator ID of an administrative user. The method further includes determining, based on a core record ID, whether or not to obtain the electronic consent of a consenting party. The processor evaluates whether the first consenting party ID must provide an electronic consent to the electronic document based on one or more organization consent rules indicative of i) whether consent is required for each access of the computing resource, and ii) whether per-user consent or organizational consent is required. The processor provides access to the computing resource based at least in part on the first consenting party and the core record ID.

Abstract: A prescription management system receives prescription information and manages containers filled with the prescription. The prescription is stored in the container and the container is attached to a tracking device storing prescription information. The tracking device is managed by the prescription management system. The tracking device is self-powered and activates an indicator when it receives a request from the prescription management system identifying the tracking device. The indicator permits a user, such as a pharmacist, to locate a desired prescription.

Abstract: A prescription management system receives prescription information and manages containers filled with the prescription. The prescription is stored in the container and the container is attached to a tracking device storing prescription information. The tracking device is managed by the prescription management system. The tracking device activates an indicator when it receives a request from the prescription management system identifying the tracking device. The indicator permits a user, such as a pharmacist, to locate a desired prescription. In some instances, filled prescriptions may be stored in a filled prescription holding area for a long period of time (i.e., the customer hasn't picked up the prescription). The system allows a user to identify these filled prescriptions and return the medication back to available stock for filling future prescriptions. The system may also identify these filled prescriptions and have the filled prescriptions delivered to a customer's home before the prescriptions expire.

Abstract: A lighting system includes a first light assembly that is configured to emit light periodically. The lighting system further includes a second light assembly that is spaced apart from the first light assembly, the second light assembly also being configured to emit light periodically. The periodic light emitted by the first and second light assemblies is synchronized such that the first and second light assemblies operate in unison to form a single light source.

Abstract: A diagnostic system for use with a compressor. The diagnostic system may include a sensor configured to measure a vibration signal of a compressor cylinder; and a controller having a hardware processor and a machine-readable storage medium on which is stored instructions that cause the hardware processor to execute a diagnostic process. The diagnostic process may include the steps of: storing a signature vibration data; receiving a sample vibration data from the sensor, wherein the sample vibration data is representative of the vibration signal measured by the sensor; comparing the sample vibration data to the signature vibration data to determine a similarity therebetween; and based on the determined similarity, diagnosing that the compressor cylinder comprises a condition. The signature vibration data may include resonance bands clustered within resonance band groups, each of the resonance band groups including a primary resonance band adjacent to a secondary resonance band.

Abstract: A polymeric composite derived from a reclaimed polymeric material. The polymeric composite in particulate form can be thermally compressed into panels and other embodiments that require a component that possesses sufficient mechanical strength and moisture resistance. In certain embodiments, the panel may be utilized as one layer in a multilayered article.

Abstract: A water soluble polymer composition includes a water soluble polymer and a sugar and may be used as a support in additive manufacturing processes.