Abstract: A slide and ride system are described. A slide is described with a processor comprising ride prediction software configured to use inputs on the rider and slide to predict ride output factors including rider position and speed and to use the predicted one or more ride output factors to direct and adjust an image displayed on the slide interior corresponding to rider speed and position on the slide. The projector used may be configured to display an image on at least part of the slide interior, the image corrected to appear flat when projected by the projector onto the slide interior surface. The slide may also comprise at least one LED strip lighting loop, each loop configured to fit around a slide exterior and project LED light into the slide interior, or LED spot lights configured to spot light the slide interior, the or each LED spot light comprising a prefabricated assembly configured to be fitted to a ring cut into the slide wall, or optionally roof, from the slide interior.

Abstract: A subscriber module of a fixed wireless access communication system comprises an offset Gregorian antenna arrangement, an array of antenna elements arranged as a feed, a beamforming network and a processor. The processor is configured to provide, to the beamformer, a pre-determined plurality of antenna weight vectors configured to form a plurality of beams, the orientations of the plurality of beams being arranged in a grid comprising a plurality of rows, each of the pre-determined plurality of antenna weight vectors being configured to form a respective beam from the primary reflector dish of the Gregorian antenna arrangement by forming a respective feed beam from the array of antenna elements. The relationship between the azimuth and elevation direction of each feed beam and the azimuth and elevation direction of the respective beam from the primary reflector dish is a non-linear function of azimuth and elevation.

Abstract: A wireless transceiver for a wireless communication network has an offset Gregorian antenna arrangement comprising a primary reflector dish, an electrically conductive reflector member comprising a secondary reflector and a conductive support wall, a planar array of antenna elements arranged as a feed for transmitting radio frequency signals to the secondary reflector and/or for receiving radio frequency signals from the secondary reflector and a conductive support block configured to support the planar array of antenna elements. The conductive support wall is connected directly to the conductive support block, and the conductive support wall is configured to be substantially perpendicular to the planar array of antenna elements.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are novel methods and compositions of matter to produce 3HB in acetogens by using a(S)-3-hydroxybutyryl-CoA dehydrogenase, Hbd2, responsible for endogenous 3HB production. In conjunction with the heterologous thiolase atoB and CoA transferase ctfAB, hbd2 overexpression improves yields of 3HB on both sugar and syngas (CO/H2/CO2), outperforming previously disclosed pathways.

Abstract: The present disclosure a system and method of utilizing ultrasonic waves to promote plant growth. The system and method are configured to emit ultrasonic frequencies covering a sweeping range, maximizing the ability to generate standing wave resonance with various sizes of plant leaves and stems. One or more surfaces of the plant are vibrated generating standing wave resonance and increasing turgor pressure in the surfaces of said plant. The sweeping range of frequencies is capable of generating standing wave resonances at a plurality of wavelengths while the plants grows.

Abstract: Pseudorandom batch code printing and product authentication systems and methods are described comprising a batch code printing application (app) for generating an authenticating sequence of authentic pseudorandom numbers by inputting an initial seed value into a cryptographic algorithm to output an initial authenticating pseudorandom number in the authenticating sequence. A second alphanumeric code is generated based on a second authenticating pseudorandom number of the authenticating sequence. A printer is controlled to print a first pseudorandom batch code comprising the first alphanumeric code on a first product and a second pseudorandom batch code comprising the second alphanumeric code on a second product, where the first and second products are part of a product batch. An authentication app determines an identified product date and a suspect alphanumeric code from a suspect batch code as printed on a suspect product, and generates one of: (1) an authenticating output, or (2) a counterfeit output.

Abstract: A method of monitoring a network includes: obtaining expected network behaviour information relating to a first device on the network, the expected network behaviour information including a first parameter associated with an expected behaviour of the first device on the network; receiving a message from the first device over the network; determining, based on the message, a second parameter associated with a current behaviour of the first device on the network, determining whether the current behaviour of the first device on the network is within a predetermined boundary from the expected behaviour by comparing the second parameter to the first parameter; and generating an alert when it is determined that the current behaviour of the first device on the network is not within the predetermined boundary from the expected behaviour.

Abstract: Wireless communication is established between a first station and a second station in a wireless communication system, the first station having a beamforming network configured to form a succession of beams using antenna weight vectors selected from a pre-determined plurality of antenna weight vectors. The orientations of the beams are arranged in a grid comprising a plurality of rows. The beams of each row are spaced in angular position such that at least one beam in a respective row is positioned mid-way between the positions of two beams on an adjacent row. A succession of beams is formed to send first messages using a selected first sub-set of the antenna weight vectors. If a first message in a first beam is received at the second station, a further succession of beams is formed using a second sub-set of the antenna weight vectors selected to form beams adjacent to the first beam.

Abstract: A pleated filter preparation system is provided for accurately counting pleats along a continuous sheet of pleated filter material and cutting the sheet into filter strips to be formed into filters. The pleated filter preparation system includes a pleat driver having multiple drive gears that engage with the pleats of the pleated filter material to move the pleated filter material through the system. A pleat counter counts peaks and valleys of each pleat comprising the pleated filter material so as to identify a target pleat to be cut. The pleat counter clamps and stretches the target pleat to distinguish the target pleat among the other pleats. A punch cut station cuts the target pleat to form a filter strip having a desired number of pleats. A pleat compressor compresses the filter strips to a predetermined size and then ejects the filter strips into a suitable container or bin.

Abstract: Embodiments include an end effector including an anvil that includes a first end, a second end, and an anvil face positionable on the first side of an anatomical structure, a cartridge operably configured to house a plurality of staples, the cartridge comprising a first end, a second end, and a cartridge face positionable on the second side of the anatomical structure. The end effector includes a blade assembly comprising a blade, a beam, and a nut, the blade comprising a first side and a second side joined at a cutting edge. The end effector includes first and second electrodes coupled to the first side of the blade and an electrosurgical power generating source in electrical communication with the first and second electrodes.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to methods and systems that provide a framework for accelerating the development of large language models (LLM)s solutions. The present disclosure provides methods and systems that support a complete cycle for developing LLM solutions, testing the LLM solutions, deploying the LLM solutions, and providing feedback on the deployed LLM solutions.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides for antibody conjugate molecules (Ab-CD4 conjugates) comprising an antibody, at least one linker, and at least one CD4 compound, wherein the at least one linker links the antibody to the at least one CD4 compound and wherein the Ab-CD4 conjugate is capable of neutralizing an HIV virus, as well as methods of killing HIV-infected cells through an Fc-mediated effector function using the Ab-CD4 conjugates. Also provided are pharmaceutical compositions comprising the Ab-CD4 conjugates and methods of treating or preventing HIV injection in a subject.

Abstract: An apparatus and a method are provided for an oil filter-leak pressure-test station. The oil filter-leak pressure-test station comprises an air pump, a pressure gauge, a vent valve, an overflow reservoir, and a manifold configured to receive an oil filter. The oil filter-leak pressure-test station is configured to apply a desired internal air pressure to an oil filter for observing the oil filter assembly for any potential leaks, such as along a seal ring, rolled seam or a nut-end. The oil filter-leak pressure-test station is also configured to be mounted in a vise or similar mechanical attachment for observation to determine the extent or existence of any leak in the oil filter. The oil filter-leak pressure-test station may also be submerged in water using a submersion reservoir, so as to determine the existence and location of any leaks.

Abstract: The automatic generation of synthetic training data that can be used to train a language model to generate code examples following a code language based on a natural language input. Thus, new language models may be created, or existing language models may be fine-tuned, to adapt to automatically generate code without having to manually generate bulk quantities of training data. Rather, a many-to-many grammar mapping is navigated to generate training data. Specifically, the many-to-many grammar mapping maps code grammar to natural grammar. Then, each training data is generated by navigating the many-to-many grammar mapping definition to generate a mapping of a respective code expression to a respective natural language expression.

Abstract: An apparatus and methods are provided for a throttle body spacer that improves the performance of an internal combustion engine. The throttle body spacer comprises a body that includes an airflow opening for conducting airflow from a throttle body into an intake manifold. A spiral is disposed along a sidewall of the airflow opening and configured for swirling the airflow. The spiral comprises a helical shape disposed around a circumference of the sidewall and extends from an initial bore near a first contact surface of the body to a second contact surface. The helical shape includes a diameter that increases as the spiral extends toward the second contact surface, giving the body a sidewall taper angle that contributes to an increase in power output of the engine. A sawtooth cross-sectional shape of the spiral causes the airflow to swirl so as to improve atomization of an air-fuel mixture entering engine.

Abstract: Aspects of the present disclosure are directed to creating and administering artificial reality collaborative working environments and providing interaction modes for them. An XR work system can provide and control such artificial reality collaborative working environments to enable, for example, A) links between real-world surfaces and XR surfaces; B) links between multiple real-world areas to XR areas with dedicated functionality; C) maintaining access, while inside the artificial reality working environment, to real-world work tools such as the user's computer screen and keyboard; D) various hand and controller modes for different interaction and collaboration modalities; E) use-based, multi-desk collaborative room configurations; and F) context-based auto population of users and content items into the artificial reality working environment.

Abstract: A product identification system includes a controller configured to identify a loading action performed by a work vehicle and determine whether the work vehicle is located within a threshold distance of a geofence. In response to determining that the work vehicle is located within a threshold distance of the geofence, the controller determines a determined product type associated with the loading action based on a model which associates the geofence with the determined product type. In response to determining that the work vehicle is not located within the threshold distance of the geofence, the controller determines a current product type associated with the loading action. The controller determines whether the current product type matches the determined product type associated with the geofence. In response to determining that the current product type matches the determined product type, the controller updates the geofence to include a location of the work vehicle.

Abstract: Embodiments include an end effector including an anvil that includes a first end, a second end, and an anvil face positionable on the first side of an anatomical structure, a cartridge operably configured to house a plurality of staples, the cartridge comprising a first end, a second end, and a cartridge face positionable on the second side of the anatomical structure. The end effector includes a blade assembly comprising a blade, a beam, and a nut, the blade comprising a first side and a second side joined at a cutting edge. The end effector includes first and second electrodes coupled to the first side of the blade and an electrosurgical power generating source in electrical communication with the first and second electrodes.

Abstract: Modification of application implementation may include modification, addition, and/or removal of machine-readable instructions. Modification of machine readable instructions prior to run-time may modify implementation of one or more features. Physical computer processor(s) may be configured by computer readable instructions to obtain machine-readable instructions. Machine-readable instructions may, cause a target computing platform to implement an application when executed. Physical computer processor(s) may obtain information regarding implementation of the application by the target computing platform and analyze the machine-readable instructions and/or the information to create one or more rules for modifying application implementation by the computing platform. Physical computer processor(s) may modify the machine-readable instructions based on the rules to add features to and/or remove features from the machine-readable instructions.

Abstract: An ion mobility spectrometry method comprising (i) applying a voltage difference between a first electrode of an ion gate and a second electrode of the ion gate to prevent ions from leaving a reaction region of an ion mobility spectrometer; (ii) opening the ion gate to allow the ions to travel from the reaction region into a modification region between the first electrode and the second electrode; (iii) applying a radio frequency, RF, voltage between the first electrode and the second electrode to fragment the ions in the modification region to provide daughter ions; (iv) allowing the daughter ions to travel from the modification region into a drift region of the ion mobility spectrometer towards a collector; (v) closing the ion gate; and (vi) determining the time of flight of the daughter ions from the ion gate to the collector.