Abstract: The disclosure describes systems and methods for controlling a heating element of a window of a vehicle. The systems and methods include capturing an image of the window with a camera of the vehicle. The image is analyzed to determine a state of the window and the heating element is controlled based on the state of the window.

Abstract: Retention clip assemblies, retention systems, and methods of using the same. The retention clip assemblies, retention systems and methods described herein may be used to retain glass lites and, potentially, other panels, in frame openings provided in fenestration unit frames.

Abstract: Methods systems and apparatuses for reducing or substantially eliminating distortion in a transparent substrate in situ are disclosed.

Abstract: A method of selecting a fractional portion of a bulk order includes a user selecting a quantity of in-stock goods to be purchased to define a stored product. A portion of the stored product is received by the user when the user is presented fractioning options by a software application. The fractioning options include a step of the user determining a parceled quantity of the stored product to be parceled out for remote delivery and a second step of choosing an arbitrary date for shipment of the parceled quantity to allow the user the ability to determine when and how much of the stored product will be received by the user. These steps continue until the amount of the stored product is reduced to zero.

Abstract: A vehicle includes a cabin interior, a powered door having an actuator for moving the door between closed and open positions, interior sensors sensing position or movement of an occupant in the cabin interior, and exterior sensors sensing a passerby proximate to the vehicle. The vehicle includes a controller determining an occupant intending to exit the vehicle via the door based on the interior sensors and determining a passerby passing by the door in an open position using the at least one exterior sensors. The controller controls the actuator to open the door when the occupant is intended to exit the vehicle and at least partially closes the door when a passerby is detected passing by the vehicle door and an occupant is determined not to be exiting the vehicle. The controller controls the actuator to open the door further when the passerby is determined to pass by the door.

Abstract: A suspending agent composition comprising (i) a fast hydrating guar gum and (ii) a high molecular weight polysaccharide, wherein the suspending agent composition has a rheological coupling ratio for yield point ranging from about 1 to about 2 when placed in an aqueous solution at a concentration of equal to or less than about 0.5 grams/deciliter and a ratio of about 90 weight percent (wt. %) fast hydrating guar gum and 10 wt. % high molecular weight polysaccharide. A wellbore servicing fluid comprising the suspending agent and methods of making and using the suspending agent.

Abstract: A method for updating a subject avatar with a facial expression collected in real time. The method includes receiving, from a sensor on a facial interface of a headset, a signal indicative of a movement in a facial muscle from a user of the headset, determining a facial expression of the user with the signal from the sensor in the facial interface of the headset, based on a machine learning algorithm trained to associate the facial expression to the movement of the facial muscle, adjusting a subject avatar for the user of the headset based on the facial expression, and providing the subject avatar to an immersive reality application hosted by a remote server. A headset, a computer-readable medium storing instructions which, when executed by a processor cause the headset to perform the above method, and the processor, are also provided.

Abstract: A system and method to manage charging priority for at least one accessory includes the steps of: providing one or more charging stations for the at least one accessory, monitoring vehicle power status, and monitoring accessory charging status. Additionally, the allocation of power supplied to the one or more charging stations is managed based on priority requirements as determined per each accessory.

Abstract: A computer includes a processor and a memory, the memory storing instructions executable by the processor to, heat a passenger cabin of a vehicle, actuate a thermal sensor to collect temperature data in the passenger cabin, identify a surface in the passenger cabin that has a temperature below a temperature threshold, and actuate one or more components to sanitize the identified surface.

Abstract: A variety of anodically-coloring electrochromic molecules are provided. In particular, anodically-coloring electrochromic molecules and devices are provided that allow for tuning the absorption bands in the cation state across the visible spectrum while demonstrating little to no coloring or visible absorption in the neutral state, resulting in high-contrast devices. Electrochromic devices are also provided, as well as methods of making the devices and molecules, and methods of use thereof.

Abstract: An enhanced validation mode for a vehicle is provided. Presence of a primary access device is identified, using a radio frequency (RF) transceiver of the vehicle. Responsive to the vehicle being in the enhanced validation mode, aspects of a secondary access device are validated with an access list descriptive of which secondary access devices are allowable for use in confirming a user is authorized, in addition to utilizing the primary access device to validate access to the vehicle, the secondary access device being a physical credential issued to a user to grant the user access to a physical location. Responsive to the vehicle not being in the enhanced validation mode, the primary access device but not the secondary access device are utilized to validate access to the vehicle.

Abstract: An apparatus and methods for installation of an offshore platform for supporting equipment installations is provided. The apparatus includes a platform configured to support offshore equipment supported by a structure such as a modular column assembly. The modular column assembly can be comprised of main barrel joint bundles.

Abstract: A biometric evaluation system for a vehicle includes a vision sensor configured to detect a biometric quality of a user. The biometric evaluation system also includes an operational system for the vehicle. At least one processor is in communication with the vision sensor. The processor is configured to execute a first classification algorithm that performs a first biometric validation based on the biometric quality to estimate a state of the user. The first classification algorithm requires a first service latency. In response to an outcome of the first biometric validation, the at least one processor is further configured to execute a second classification algorithm that performs a second biometric validation to confirm the state of the user. The second classification algorithm requires a second service latency greater than the first service latency. The processor is further configured to communicate a signal to modify operation of the vehicle.

Abstract: A method to prevent intoxicated operation is described. The method includes providing instructions to a vehicle user to position a vehicle user body portion posture in a predefined alignment. The method further includes obtaining the vehicle user body portion posture from a first vehicle detector, and determining whether the vehicle user body portion posture is in the predefined alignment. The method includes activating a plurality of vehicle visual indicators to illuminate in a predefined manner when the vehicle user body portion posture is in the predefined alignment. The method further includes providing instructions to the vehicle user to move vehicle user eyes to track the plurality of vehicle visual indicators, and obtaining a vehicle user eye movement from a second vehicle detector. The method further includes determining whether the vehicle user eye movement meets a predetermined condition, and actuating a control action accordingly.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method for analyzing a vehicle trip is presented. The method may include obtaining a wireless communication address of a vehicle of an insured driver. One or more processors may determine whether the wireless communication address corresponds to one of one or more known vehicles associated with an insured driver. Responsive to determining that the wireless communication address corresponds to one of the one or more known vehicles associated with the insured driver, the one or more processors may collect a plurality of vehicle telematics data during the vehicle trip. The one or more processors may also analyze the plurality of vehicle telematics data to determine at least one driving behavior of the insured driver.

Abstract: An electric machine with a low profile retention assembly for retention of a stator core is disclosed. A first housing houses the stator core. The first housing has an axial end face with a circumferentially extending, shaped profile having recessed portions that project axially inward alternating with non-recessed portions. A portion of the stator core extends axially out from the recessed portions. A core retention spring is disposed circumferentially at the axial end face of the first housing. The core retention spring has direct contact with the portion of the stator core that extends axially out from the recessed portions of the first housing and the shaped profile of the housing. The core retention spring pushes against the portion of the stator core that extends that extends axially out from the first housing, imparting one or more of an axial load and radial load into the stator core.

Abstract: A flow splitter may include an inlet, at least two outlets, and an internal vane comprising a first end corresponding to the inlet and a second end corresponding to the at least two outlets, wherein the internal vane is configured to turn, between the first end and the second end, an internal flowing fluid from 0 degrees to a degree between about 60 degrees and 150 degrees. Methods of dividing fluid flow are also provided.

Abstract: A method for preparing an aqueous suspension may include providing a fibrous substrate comprising cellulose having a Canadian Standard freeness equal to or less than 450 cm3, and microfibrillating the fibrous substrate in an aqueous environment by grinding in the presence of a grinding medium consisting essentially of mullite. The grinding may be carried out in the absence of grindable inorganic particulate material. The grinding medium may be present in an amount of at least about 10% by volume of the aqueous environment. The microfibrillated cellulose may have a fibre steepness of from about 20 to about 50.

Abstract: Disclosed is a strip lighting system that receives lighting control signals digitally over a conductor which also provides power to the strip lighting system. The strip lighting system includes a controller which receives the control signals operates switches which cause current to flow through one or more light emitting diodes and also a non-lighting load to permit the strip lighting system to have a constant load characteristic to a lighting system controller controlling the strip lighting system.

Abstract: An exercise device 90 may comprise a pair of handle tube assemblies 100 in slideable attachment to a center tube assembly 200 such that the handle tube assemblies move in opposition with resistance sometime proved by an elastic member housed within the center tube and with resistance and/or damping provided the controlled flow of air within the apparatus. A handle tube assembly may comprise a handle tube 104 containing a resistance plug 101 in frictional attachment to a outer cap 103, plug seal 107 and other components. A center tube assembly may comprise, at either end, a return bumper 201, low friction linear bushing 202, center cap 203, extend bumper 205 and other components.