Abstract: A method and system for generating synthetic images for use in a database is described. The database is used for delineation of features in real images, the method comprising the steps of: providing a delineated image acquired using a first scanner, defining a model related to the generation of synthetic images using a second scanner, processing the delineated image using the model to generate a synthetic image, mapping contours to the synthetic image to form a synthetic image-contour pair; repeating providing, defining and processing steps to generate a plurality of synthetic images and contour pairs for the database; using said database of synthetic images and contour pairs to optimise a contouring algorithm, where the optimised algorithm generates contours for the real images of the same type as the synthetic images; processing one or more further real images to contour and delineate features on the further real image using the algorithm.

Abstract: A method (900) of generating an atlas for a universal atlas database (901) is provided. A new medical scan image (905) is provided. A universal auto-contouring operation (920) is performed on the medical scan image, to generate a set of universal contours (930) for the medical scan image. A local auto-contouring customisation operation (940) is performed on the medical scan image, to generate a set of local contours (950) for the medical scan image. The set of local contours is standardised (980) using a trained model to compensate for biases in the set of local contours, thereby creating a set of standardised global contours (985) for the medical scan image. The set of standardised global contours (985) and the medical scan image (905) can be added to the universal atlas database (901) as a new atlas, thereby expanding the set of atlases that are available in the universal atlas database.

Abstract: A computer-based method for providing a customer service representative (CSR) access to an interface system uses a computing device including a processor and a memory. The method includes receiving, by the processor, an authentication request including a CSR identifier associated with the CSR. The method also includes identifying, in the memory, a customer identifier using at least the CSR identifier. The method further includes transmitting an authentication response in response to the authentication request. The authentication response includes at least the customer identifier.

Abstract: A computer-based method for providing a customer service representative (CSR) access to an interface system uses a computing device including a processor and a memory. The method includes receiving, by the processor, an authentication request including a CSR identifier associated with the CSR. The method also includes identifying, in the memory, a customer identifier using at least the CSR identifier. The method further includes transmitting an authentication response in response to the authentication request. The authentication response includes at least the customer identifier.

Abstract: Electrosurgical system and related methods that include: producing energy by a generator of an electrosurgical controller, the generator comprises a first terminal coupled to a first electrode of an electrosurgical wand, and the generator comprises a second terminal coupled to a second electrode of the electrosurgical wand; forming, responsive to the energy, a plasma proximate to the first electrode, while the second electrode acts as a return electrode; reducing energy output of the generator such that the plasma proximate the first electrode is extinguished, then producing energy from the generator with the first terminal coupled to the first electrode and the second terminal coupled to the second electrode; and forming, responsive to the energy, a plasma proximate to the second electrode, while the first electrode acts as a return electrode.

Abstract: Electrosurgical system and related methods that include: producing energy by a generator of an electrosurgical controller, the generator comprises a first terminal coupled to a first electrode of an electrosurgical wand, and the generator comprises a second terminal coupled to a second electrode of the electrosurgical wand; forming, responsive to the energy, a plasma proximate to the first electrode, and acting as a current return by the second electrode; reducing energy output of the generator such that the plasma proximate the first electrode is extinguished, the reducing energy output during periods of time when the electrosurgical controller is commanded to produce energy; producing energy from the generator with the first terminal coupled to the first electrode and the second terminal coupled to the second electrode; and forming, responsive to the energy, a plasma proximate to the second electrode, and acting as a current return by the first electrode.

Abstract: In a drum shell, the combination comprising the shell having multiple wooden curved plys, each ply having a grain extending in a characteristic direction, the grain direction of at least one ply extending crosswise relation to the grain direction of the next adjacent ply.

Abstract: Methods and systems for digital rights management are disclosed. Exemplary embodiments of the invention provide a system and method that allows the author of a design file to encrypt the file's contents, so that only authorized users can view the file, and that allows the author to identify specific users for authorization. The author selects the users that are allowed to open the encrypted file. Selected users are called “recipients”. The author then designates the rights granted to the recipients. Preferably, the author identifies users and users are authenticated by means of the user's digital certificates. The author may also have the ability to specify what operations a given user can perform, including view, print/plot, export, copy to clipboard, access history, and edit. An author can also digitally sign a document or file using their digital certificate. A hash value is created for the item to be signed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of dyeing polymeric substrates having pendent carboxyl groups, especially polyamides. The method comprises applying to a substrate a reactive dye solution and heating the substrate in the presence of a magnesium donor at a pH of greater than 9.0, such that the reactive dye forms a covalent bond with the carboxyl groups on the substrate. A dye composition for dyeing a polymeric substrates having pendent carboxyl groups is also disclosed.

Abstract: An optical dispersion system comprising a light source where light is directed to be illuminated from the system, a prismatic magnifier to expand a coverage area of the light illuminated from the light source and to deflect and magnify the light, and a removable front panel having a cutout area through which the light source illuminates.

Abstract: Conventional file-based engineering design data for an engineering model are represented by a plurality of components. The plurality of components are kept in stores, which reside on servers. Each store contains the components that correspond to the elements of one design file. The stores also maintain a history of changes made to the components. A plurality of client computers are bidirectionally connected to the servers. Each client computer may obtain the current version of the components and may send locally edited versions of the components back to the servers to replace the current versions in the stores. At the client computer, the user interacts with the components using conventional file-based software.

Abstract: The subsea intervention system (SIM) includes a BOP module 10 and CT module 20. A tool positioning system 76 is used for positioning a selected subsea tool 22 stored within a rack 18 with a tool axis in line with the BOP axis, while a marinized coiled string injector 80 is moved by positioning system 81 to an inactive position. Power to the subsea electric motors 162 is supplied by an electrical line umbilical extending from the surface for powering the pumps 164, with the hydraulic system controlled by power control unit 198. The injector 80 preferably includes a pressure compensator roller bearing 220 and a pressure compensated drive system case 254.

Abstract: A tubing injector (10) includes a traction device (12) having opposed grippers (14) laterally moveable so as to move a respective chain link member (16) of an endless loop chain into gripping engagement with the coiled tubing. A drive motor (11) is provided for powering the endless loop chain, and a plurality of roller bearings (20) each act between a respective chain link member and a gripper. A pressure compensating device (30) subjects fluid in a fluid passageway in the roller bearing (20) to a fluid pressure functionally related to subsea pressure. The tubing injector may be used for injecting the coiled tubing subsea into a wellhead or into another flowline.

Abstract: Systems and methodologies that facilitate representation/detection of failed parts by employing an indicator component that annotates and points out a failed portion of a unit on its image taken by an image sensor. The indicator component can include: a boundary definition system, a dilation system and a mixture based analysis system. The annotated digital images can be saved in a memory of the image sensor or an external memory, for a display and presentation of a visual cue to an operator.

Abstract: A system and methodology to evaluate an image of an object based upon multiple attribute threshold values is provided. In accordance with the invention, if an attribute reading from a sensor is between pre-defined threshold values, the sensor reading can be deemed acceptable. High and low thresholds can be provided to allow a user to set an acceptable range. These high and low thresholds can be applied to inspection tools (e.g., brightness sensors). For clarification, the high and low thresholds can be applied to any measurable attribute.

Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed that facilitate permitting a user to select one of a plurality of job setups stored in a camera sensor. The plurality of job setups can be pre-programmed into the sensor utilizing conventional methods. During sensor operation, a user can select a particular application, and a simple signal can be generated for transmission over existing input/output lines to the camera sensor, upon receipt of which the camera sensor can initiate the particular job setup associated with the signal. Job setup signals can be formatted in binary utilizing HIGH and LOW voltages or can be transmitted as a simple Morse Code message and/or integer value.

Abstract: An optical dispersion system comprising a light source where light is directed to be illuminated from the system, a prismatic magnifier to expand a coverage area of the light illuminated from the light source and to deflect and magnify the light, and a removable front panel having a cutout area through which the light source illuminates.

Abstract: A tubing injector (10) includes a traction device (12) having opposed grippers (14) laterally moveable so as to move a respective chain link member (16) of an endless loop chain into gripping engagement with the coiled tubing. A drive motor (11) is provided for powering the endless loop chain, and a plurality of roller bearings (20) each act between a respective chain link member and a gripper. A pressure compensating device (30) subjects fluid in a fluid passageway in the roller bearing (20) to a fluid pressure functionally related to subsea pressure. The tubing injector may be used for injecting the coiled tubing subsea into a wellhead or into another flowline.