Abstract: Examples disclosed herein relate to very large-scale integration (VLSI) circuit implementations of circuits for managing results from list decode methods. In accordance with some examples disclosed herein, a plurality of potential error patterns for correcting errors in a codeword may be received. The plurality of potential error patterns may be generated using a plurality of different list decode methods. Error patterns among the plurality of potential error patterns may be determined and marked as candidate error patterns using a set of error pattern screens. Error weights may be assigned to the candidate error patterns based on a quantity of bit errors in each symbol included therein. Weights for candidate error patterns that are indicative of a memory device failure may be adjusted using a scaling factor. An error pattern among the candidate error patterns may be selected to correct the errors in the codeword based on the assigned error weights.

Abstract: Examples disclosed herein relate to very large-scale integration (VLSI) circuit implementations of circuits for managing results from list decode methods. In accordance with some examples disclosed herein, a plurality of potential error patterns for correcting errors in a codeword may be received. The plurality of potential error patterns may be generated using a plurality of different list decode methods. Error patterns among the plurality of potential error patterns may be determined and marked as candidate error patterns using a set of error pattern screens. Error weights may be assigned to the candidate error patterns based on a quantity of bit errors in each symbol included therein. Weights for candidate error patterns that are indicative of a memory device failure may be adjusted using a scaling factor. An error pattern among the candidate error patterns may be selected to correct the errors in the codeword based on the assigned error weights.

Abstract: A counterbalance mechanism which applies a balancing force to lift a load. The counterbalance mechanism includes an adjustment arm pivotally attached at first end to a frame and to a spring at a second end. The counterbalance mechanism further includes a travelling arm pivotally attached at a first end to the frame and connected to the spring at a second end. The counterbalance mechanism further includes one or more cables attached at one end to a container securing a load or arms securing the container. A second end of the one or more cables are attached to the travelling member or pass over a pulley attached to the travelling arm. The one or more cables transmit an assisting force to the container for lowering and raising the container. A relative position of the spring, adjustment arm, and travelling arm are adjusted in response to the load acting on the one or more cables to generally offset the load in the container.

Abstract: A force engine operable to counterbalance a load. The force engine includes one or more energy reservoirs operable to store energy. The one or more energy reservoirs are operable to generate a force to balance the load through the displacement in an operating mode. A traveling member is hingedly connected to the one or more energy reservoirs. The force generated by the one or more energy reservoirs is transferred to the load through the traveling member and an associated linkage. A variable member is coupled to the one or more energy reservoirs. In the adjusting mode the variable member is displaced to configure an operating relationship between the one or more energy reservoirs and the traveling member. A release interacts with the variable member to fix a position of the variable member.

Abstract: The present disclosure is drawn to a multi-chamber container for storing and mixing fluids. The container can include a first chamber configured to contain a first liquid composition as well as a second chamber configured to contain a second liquid composition. A barrier can be operable to retain the first liquid composition within the first chamber. The multi-chamber container can further include a dispenser including a nozzle and an extraction tube for extracting fluid from the second chamber as well as a guide channel associated with the first chamber. The guide channel can be configured to guide the extraction tube into the second chamber such that the dispenser contacts the barrier in order to facilitate removal or reconfiguration of the barrier. Thus, the first liquid composition is allowed to contact the second liquid composition.

Abstract: The present disclosure is drawn to a multi-chamber container and related methods for storing and mixing liquids and associated methods of use. The multi-chamber container includes a first chamber configured to contain a first liquid composition. The multi-chamber container also includes a second chamber configured to contain a second liquid composition. The multi-chamber container further includes a barrier operable to separate the first chamber and the second chamber. Additionally, the multi-chamber container includes a compliant mechanism movable between a first position and a second position and a plunger movable with the compliant mechanism to alter or remove the barrier. In the first position, the barrier is operable to maintain the first liquid composition and the second liquid composition separate from one another. In the second position, the plunger is operable to alter or remove the barrier to facilitate contact of the first liquid composition and the second liquid composition.

Abstract: The present disclosure is drawn to methods and systems for producing solutions containing ultrafine metal particles. The method for producing ultrafine metal particles in an aqueous medium includes providing a reaction chamber having a transition metal anode and a transition metal cathode disposed therein. The reaction chamber can also contain an aqueous medium. An anode and cathode are associated at a distance with respect to one another such that when activated by a power source, a discharge arc occurs between the anode and cathode within the aqueous medium. Activation of a power source causes the discharge arc to occur between the anode and the cathode, thereby generating ultrafine metal particles suspended within the aqueous medium.

Abstract: A system for addressing electrical signals is disclosed, comprising an electromagnetically conductive control element, at least one control signal, at least one electromagnetic pulse modulator associated with the control element, and a threshold element positioned proximate to the control element, having an electromagnetic resistance that is conditional and changes as a result of fluctuations in the electromagnetic field of the control element.

Abstract: A force engine operable to counterbalance a load. The force engine includes one or more energy reservoirs operable to store energy. The one or more energy reservoirs are operable to generate a force to balance the load through the displacement in an operating mode. A traveling member is hingedly connected to the one or more energy reservoirs. The force generated by the one or more energy reservoirs is transferred to the load through the traveling member and an associated linkage. A variable member is coupled to the one or more energy reservoirs. In the adjusting mode the variable member is displaced to configure an operating relationship between the one or more energy reservoirs and the traveling member. A release interacts with the variable member to fix a position of the variable member.

Abstract: A filter housing providing improved cleanliness is provided. In one embodiment, the filter housing includes a body, a cover plate and a clean fluid manifold assembly. The body has a first plenum defined therein which is configured to accommodate multiple filter elements. The clean fluid manifold having a recess and plurality of index tubes. The recess bounds a second plenum, wherein surfaces of the recess have been machined, or otherwise have had surface material removed to provide a smooth, clean and contamination free surface. The plurality of index tubes have a first end coupled to the clean fluid manifold and a second end extending into the first plenum, the second end of the index tube configured to engage with a filter element.

Abstract: A system for addressing electrical signals is disclosed, comprising an electromagnetically conductive control element, at least one control signal, at least one electromagnetic pulse modulator associated with the control element, and a threshold element positioned proximate to the control element, having an electromagnetic resistance that is conditional and changes as a result of fluctuations in the electromagnetic field of the control element.

Abstract: The present disclosure is drawn to methods and systems for producing solutions containing ultrafine metal particles. The method for producing ultrafine metal particles in an aqueous medium includes providing a reaction chamber having a transition metal anode and a transition metal cathode disposed therein. The reaction chamber can also contain an aqueous medium. An anode and cathode are associated at a distance with respect to one another such that when activated by a power source, a discharge arc occurs between the anode and cathode within the aqueous medium. Activation of a power source causes the discharge arc to occur between the anode and the cathode, thereby generating ultrafine metal particles suspended within the aqueous medium.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method of producing a non-woven web of fibrous or particulate material comprising: formation of a foam slurry; deposition of that slurry onto a foraminous element having a three-dimensional mold; and formation of a web having a three-dimensional shape that is not substantially planar by removal of foam from the slurry through the foraminous element and drying the web. An apparatus therefor is also disclosed. The method may be used in production a variety of products, including automotive pleated fluid and air filters, pleated heating and/or air conditioning (HVAC) filters, shaped breathing mask filters and bacterial filters, laminated cleaning products with super-absorbent middle layers, such as a mop wipe shape to fit a cleaning mop head, and other products.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method of producing a non-woven web of fibrous or particulate material comprising: formation of a foam slurry; deposition of that slurry onto a foraminous element having a three-dimensional mold; and formation of a web having a three-dimensional shape that is not substantially planar by removal of foam from the slurry through the foraminous element and drying the web. An apparatus therefor is also disclosed. The method may be used in production a variety of products, including automotive pleated fluid and air filters, pleated heating and/or air conditioning (HVAC) filters, shaped breathing mask filters and bacterial filters, laminated cleaning products with super-absorbent middle layers, such as a mop wipe shape to fit a cleaning mop head, and other products.

Abstract: A non-woven web of fibrous material containing a reactive particulate material is made using the wet laid, or preferably foam, process. First and second fibrous webs are made using the wet laid or foam process, and a liquid or foam slurry including reactive particulate material is provided between the webs so as to provide a composite web. Liquid, or foam and liquid, are withdrawn from the composite web and then the composite web is dried so as to produce a final non-woven web with reactive material having substantially optimum reactivity (that is the reactive material loses a minimum amount reactivity during the web production process). The webs and slurry may be made using substantially pure water, and the particulate part of the reactive material is mixed with the foam or liquid slurry no more than about ten seconds before the liquid and/or foam are withdrawn from the composite web.