Abstract: Embodiments include methods for a network node in a RAN to support timestamping of time-sensitive network (TSN) messages received by a UE. Such methods include sending one of the following information to the UE for use in timestamping of TSN messages: a second indication of one of multiple available downlink propagation delay (DL PD) compensation methods that is selected by the network node the UE; or a DL PD compensation value, determined by the network node based on one of the available DL PD compensation methods selected by the UE on a different one of the available DL PD compensation methods selected by the network node for the UE. Such methods also include sending, to the UE proximately after sending the information, an indication of a system clock time, associated with the RAN, to be compensated by the UE based on the information.

Abstract: A method performed by a network node (110) in a wireless communications network (100) for enabling a timing reference in a second wireless device (122) for use in Sidelink, SL, transmissions over a SL communication link (133) with a first wireless device (121) is provided. The network node estimates (201) a propagation delay of SL transmissions over the SL communication link (133) between the first and second wireless device (122). Then, the network node (110) transmits, to the second wireless device (122), timing reference information based on a timing reference originating from a time reference node in a wireless communications network (100), and on the estimated propagation delay of SL transmissions over the SL communication link (133) between the first and second wireless device (122). A network node (110) for enabling a timing reference in a second wireless device (122) for use in SL transmissions over a SL communication link (133) with a first wireless device (121) is also provided.

Abstract: A water heater including a cabinet having an inlet, an outlet, and a flow path disposed between the inlet and the outlet and having a plurality of upper and lower junctions to redirect the flow path. Each lower junction includes a drain port. A flow rate sensor measures the flow rate of the fluid through the flow path, an inlet temperature sensor measures an inlet temperature, an and outlet temperature sensor measures the outlet temperature. Heating elements are disposed along the flow path between the inlet and outlet temperature sensors, and intermediate temperature sensors are disposed adjacent respective heating elements to measure an intermediate temperature within the flow path. A controller operates the heating elements to heat a fluid within the flow path to a predetermined set point temperature based on the measurements of the flow rate sensor and temperature sensors.

Abstract: An apparatus including a scroll wheel. The apparatus includes a rotary encoder with detents. The apparatus includes a spring. The apparatus includes a switch.

Abstract: A method, network node and core network node are provided. According to one aspect, a network node configured to communicate with a wireless device via an access network is provided. The network node includes processing circuitry configured to receive at least one parameter from a core network node where the at least one parameter indicates a level of synchronization accuracy that is required for a time sensitive network, TSN, clock in a TSN, and implement one of a plurality of methods in the access network for distributing access network clock information to the wireless device and for determining downlink propagation delay information based on the level of synchronization accuracy for the TSN clock where each method is associated with a different level of synchronization accuracy for the access network clock.

Abstract: A water heater including a cabinet having an inlet, an outlet, and a flow path disposed between the inlet and the outlet and having a plurality of upper and lower junctions to redirect the flow path. Each lower junction includes a drain port. A flow rate sensor measures the flow rate of the fluid through the flow path, an inlet temperature sensor measures an inlet temperature, an and outlet temperature sensor measures the outlet temperature. Heating elements are disposed along the flow path between the inlet and outlet temperature sensors, and intermediate temperature sensors are disposed adjacent respective heating elements to measure an intermediate temperature within the flow path. A controller operates the heating elements to heat a fluid within the flow path to a predetermined set point temperature based on the measurements of the flow rate sensor and temperature sensors.

Abstract: In some embodiments, the present invention provides an exemplary computer system that includes at least the following components: at least one processor; a non-transitory memory storing software instructions; and where, when executing the software instructions by the processor, the computer system is configured to perform at least: controlling a plurality of first software objects; controlling a plurality of second software objects; controlling a plurality of third software object; where each software object includes at least one property programmed with at least one trigger condition and at least one programmed action; where the at least one pre-programmed action is configured to dynamically change a value of at least one property of at least one other software object based on: i) the at least one trigger condition; and ii) a value of at least one other property.

Abstract: A fluidic module includes a monolithic closed-porosity ceramic body that has a first region and a second region with the first region disposed between the second region. The first and second regions are configured to differ from one another with respect to a common attribute of a ceramic material of the ceramic body. The common attribute can differ by forming the first and second regions from ceramic particles that differ with respect their particle sizes. The fluidic module further includes a tortuous fluid passage that extends through the ceramic body. The fluid passage is surrounded by the first region such that the fluid passage is separated entirely from the second region at least within a planar region of the ceramic body. The fluid passage has an interior surface with a surface roughness of less than or equal to 5 ?m Ra. A method for forming the fluidic module is disclosed.

Abstract: A magnetized weight and distance measuring assembly and method for demonstrating the inverse square law of magnetism by displaying a change in distance between magnets after applying a weighted member to one of the magnets includes a base and a base magnet mounted the base. A shaft is coupled to the base, and a shaft magnet is mounted to the shaft and is moveable along the shaft when the shaft magnet repels away from the base magnet by a magnetic force. A tube is attached to the shaft magnet to define a receptacle. The receptacle receives a plurality of weighted members, wherein the magnetic force opposes a gravitational force of the receptacle and weighted members such that the receptacle moves upwardly along the shaft when the receptacle receives the weighted members. A plurality of graduation markings is positioned on a panel extending upwardly from said top surface of the base.

Abstract: A wall system includes a plurality of landscaping blocks, each comprising a front portion, a back portion, and first and second sidewall portions extending between the front portion and the back portion. An opening is provided, with a perimeter defined along inner surfaces of the front, back and first and second sidewall portions, respectively, and a lug process extends from each of the first and second sidewall portions. A first course can be assembled from a first number of the landscaping blocks, and a second course can be assembled from a second number of the landscaping blocks, stacked vertically with respect to the first course. So that the lug processes extending from the first and second sidewall portions of a landscaping block in the first course engage different openings in an adjacent pair of landscaping blocks in the second course.

Abstract: An exemplary power system utilizes turbines configured within a water intake conduit to the desalination processor to produce power for the desalination processor. Water intakes are configured to provide a natural flow of water to the desalination processor though hydrostatic pressure. One or more turbines coupled with the water intake conduits are driven and produce power for the system. The desalination processor incorporates Graphene filters to and may include a structured water system to increase the H3O2 concentration of the water prior to Graphene filters. Discharge water may be pumped back into the body of water but be separated from the intakes. A secondary power source, such as a renewable power source, may be used to produce supplemental power for the system. Power produced may be provided to a secondary outlet, such as a power grid, all above and/or underground.

Abstract: Systems and methods related to conveying Time Sensitive Networking (TSN) synchronization information within a cellular communication system (e.g., a Fifth Generation System (5GS)) are disclosed. In one embodiment, a method performed by a User Equipment (UE) in a cellular communications system or a TSN Translator (TT) associated with the UE comprises receiving, from a TSN end station, a Precision Time Protocol (PTP) or generalized PTP (gPTP) announce message comprising information that identifies one or more clock domains for which the TSN end station desires to receive PTP or gPTP messages. The method further comprises sending, to a core network node in the cellular communications system, either: (a) the information that identifies the one or more clock domains extracted from the PTP or gPTP announce message or (b) the PTP or gPTP announce message. Using this information, UE specific PTP or gPTP message filtering may be applied.

Abstract: At least one Packet Data Convergence Protocol (PDCP) packet duplication leg is configured with a logical channel prioritization (LCP) restriction, restricting a logical channel in the duplication leg to which transmission resources are intentionally not available. Stale packets, (not transmitted due to a lack of resources) are discarded, so the current packet is always at the top of the queue. PDCP duplication can then be activated quickly when needed, such as in survival time mode, as it has already been configured, and the current packet is always ready for transmission. The transmission resources can be dynamically allocated by the network by transmitting a DCI command (e.g., the Configured Grant type 2 activation or dynamic grant with a specific PHY-priority-index). Alternatively, the transmission resource can be allocated beforehand, but scarcely, such that it occurs (i.e., is available) every N-th packet, and so there is a duplication for every N-th packet.

Abstract: In a method of applying a weld to a target surface, a guide rail arrangement is attached to the target, the guide rail arrangement including at least one guide rail. A weld head carriage having a carriage housing, a rail follower assembly, and a sonotrode is movably mounted to the guide rail arrangement so that the follower assembly engages each guide rail for movement there-along. The weld head carriage is positioned adjacent the target surface, feedstock material is deposited onto the target surface, and the sonotrode is extended to engage the deposited feedstock material and apply a welding force to the feedstock material and the target. Relative movement between the carriage and the guide rail arrangement is initiated and ultrasonic vibrations are conducted into the feedstock material and the target, thereby welding the feedstock material to the target surface.

Abstract: Systems and methods for using response times of one or more Radio Access Network (RAN) nodes for cell or beam selection or reselection are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, a method performed by a User Equipment (UE) for cell or beam selection or reselection in a cellular communications system comprises receiving response times from one or more RAN nodes. The method further comprises performing a cell or beam selection or reselection procedure that takes into consideration the response times received from the one or more RAN nodes. Corresponding embodiments of a UE are also disclosed. Embodiments of a method performed by a RAN node and corresponding embodiments of a RAN node are also disclosed.

Abstract: A technique for controlling and monitoring packet duplication of at least one packet in a radio transmission from at least one transmitting station (100) to a receiving station (200) is described. As to a method aspect of the technique, a control message (710) that is indicative of the packet duplication in the radio transmission is transmitted to the receiving station (200). The control message (710) controls the receiving station (200) to monitor a reception of duplicates (712) of the at least one packet. Two or more duplicates (712) of the at least one packet are transmitted to the receiving station (200). A control feedback (714) that is indicative of a result of the monitoring is received from the receiving station (200).

Abstract: Embodiments include methods for a controller of a plurality of user equipment (UEs) that are served by a radio access network (RAN) node. Such methods include receiving information about the following from each of the UEs: first measurements, UEDL,RX, of respective timing events of the radio link between the UE and the RAN node; and second measurements, UETxTxDiff, of respective time differences between the UE receiving a downlink reference signal, RS, and transmitting a corresponding uplink RS. Such methods also include, based on the received information, selecting one of the plurality of UEs to provide a time-sensitive network (TSN) end station with a TSN message timestamped by a system clock time that is associated with the RAN and that is based on at least one first measurement and at least one second measurement. Other embodiments include complementary methods for a UE, and controllers and UEs configured to perform such methods.

Abstract: This is a configurable truck rack system designed with a rack platform, a number of posts, and a number of corresponding base plates, which can be installed on a truck bed. The rack platform comprises a sliding rail, a fixed rail, and a plurality of crossmembers, wherein the sliding rail is attached to the fixed rail through a number mounting brackets secured by a plurality of tension release knobs and locking nuts. The truck rack platform is configured such that a slide layer is placed between the sliding rail and the fixed rail. The truck rack platform and the posts can be removed from the truck and converted into a workbench, through the addition of a work surface attachment. The truck rack platform is designed such that the sliding rail can move bi-directionally and extend over the rack platform in order to accommodate larger items.

Abstract: Polymeric resin systems wherein organic polymers are stabilized with effective amounts of (i) heterpolyoxometalate compounds according to formulas (I), (II), and/or (III), (ii) a mineral carrier, and (iii) a free radical scavenger are provided herein. Such resin systems are characterized as possessing antimicrobial properties that prevent or reduce biofilm growth on a surface of a polymer substrate, which substrates include various polymeric articles, protective coatings, or sealants made from said resin systems.

Abstract: The invention provides a compound of formula (I): wherein Ring A, Q, R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R7, R8, R9, R10, R11, X, a, b, c and d are as defined in the specification, useful for inhibiting the activity of SHP2.