Abstract: A method that builds a chain-of-custody for archived data is disclosed to ensure the integrity and reliability of the archived data. In one implementation, by using a certified Time Stamp Authority (TSA), an indelible record of each time the archived data is touched (e.g. created, stored, retrieved, accessed, tested, moved, or transformed) is generated to build verifiable links between events to ensure the custody of the data can be audited and verified that it has remained intact throughout its lifetime. The chain-of-custody, in combination with the storage architecture that ensures archive data has not changed through various software and hardware means (e.g., multiple hash signatures to ensure integrity, timestamp authorities to pinpoint each time the archived data was touched, location information to pinpoint physical location, and coordinated chain of custody on multiple replicas of the digital artifact) validates that the archived data has not changed since it was archived.

Abstract: A system and method of transposed storage in RAID arrays includes a storage manager with an interface for receiving storage requests associated with multi-segment blocks stored in a storage array, a controller for processing the received storage requests and controlling the storage manager, and a write request handler. The storage array includes a plurality of storage devices for which consecutive logical addresses are assigned to different ones of the storage devices. The write request handler is configured to process block write requests and send segment write requests to the storage array based on the write requests so that each segment of a given multi-segment block is written to a single respective one of the storage devices in the storage array. In some embodiments, the storage manager further includes a read request handler configured to determine logical addresses of requested segments and send segment read requests to the storage array.

Abstract: Technology is disclosed for subpartitioning a namespace region. In various embodiments, the technology creates at least two subpartitions from a partitioned namespace, wherein the partitioned namespace corresponds to at least two different name nodes of the large scale data storage service; and stores data corresponding to each subpartition as a separate file, e.g., so that it can be easily mounted by an operating system executed by a different computing device.

Abstract: Technology is disclosed for partitioning a namespace of a large scale data storage service. In various embodiments, the technology receives a file path; employs a hashing function to produce a hash value for the received file path; and identifies a name node handling the produced hash value, wherein the name node is configured to communicate with one or more data nodes for handling file requests on the file path.

Abstract: An innovation management system, which includes a database of networked members, each of the networked members being associated with a pre-defined user profile, a user interface operable to receive inputs from a member and to display selected outputs to a member, a campaigns module onto which campaigns can be defined, a campaign being defined as a call to networked members to submit ideas for a particular context defined by the campaign, and an ideas module onto which ideas can be loaded, the ideas selectively being associated with a pre-defined campaign.

Abstract: A computer program product having a computer readable medium tangibly recording computer program logic for performing analytics on data at a data node, the computer program product including code to instruct a storage array to create a snapshot of the data, code to access the snapshot, by the data node, as an independent virtual volume, code to receive, at the data node, a command mapping a processing task to the data node, in which the processing task includes analysis on the data, and code to perform the processing task on the data by accessing the data through the snapshot.

Abstract: The instant invention provides for substituted fused naphthyridine derivatives that inhibit Akt activity. In particular, the compounds disclosed selectively inhibit one or two of the Akt isoforms. The invention also provides for compositions comprising such inhibitory compounds and methods of inhibiting Akt activity by administering the compound to a patient in need of treatment of cancer.

Abstract: Workstation methods are described which assure that healthy human motions are undertaken while a user is performing tasks over an extended period, as is typical of working on a computer or assembling parts. The workstation includes powered components that are used to change the user's position with time. Biosensors are used to record the physiological state of the users as well as the duration, extent and intensity of user activity. Mechanical sensors are used to measure the position, strain, and acceleration of the workstation joints. Pressure grids are used to measure the contact forces between the user and the workstation. Remote sensors are used to determine user position, and to interpret user gestures. User profiles are maintained that include health history, injuries, fitness goals and physical limitations. A central processing unit uses sensor data and the user's profile to calculate healthy workstation motion routines.

Abstract: An apparatus and associated method for gaging the repeatability of a tool is provided by a pivot assembly. The pivot assembly has a pivot member with a tool engagement feature to selectively receive a torque from the tool at a pivot axis. The pivot assembly also has a first magnetically permeable member fixed in movement with the pivot member. The pivot assembly further has a second magnetically permeable member. An abutment member abuttingly engages the pivot member to limit its pivotal travel at a position where the first and second magnetically permeable members are magnetically coupled together, without contacting each other for being separated by a gap, by a magnetic force of attraction urging the pivot member toward the second magnetically permeable member.

Abstract: A computer program product having a computer readable medium tangibly recording computer program logic for performing analytics on data at a data node, the computer program product including code to instruct a storage array to create a snapshot of the data, code to access the snapshot, by the data node, as an independent virtual volume, code to receive, at the data node, a command mapping a processing task to the data node, in which the processing task includes analysis on the data, and code to perform the processing task on the data by accessing the data through the snapshot.

Abstract: The instant invention provides for substituted fused naphthyridine derivatives that inhibit Akt activity. In particular, the compounds disclosed selectively inhibit one or two of the Akt isoforms. The invention also provides for compositions comprising such inhibitory compounds and methods of inhibiting Akt activity by administering the compound to a patient in need of treatment of cancer.

Abstract: Examples and implementations of various robotic mechanisms, devices, components, systems and techniques are provided, including multimodal robotic devices and systems. For example, a multimodal robot can be configured to autonomously reconfigure between two or more primary modes of operation. Such robots may be used in a wide range of applications, including reconnaissance, exploration, search and rescue, military, sports, personal assistance, education, and entertainment and toys. Described examples of multimodal robots can be wheeled robots that use two or more drive wheels to perform various motions and operations.

Abstract: An apparatus and associated method for gaging the repeatability of a tool is provided by a pivot assembly. The pivot assembly has a pivot member with a tool engagement feature to selectively receive a torque from the tool at a pivot axis. The pivot assembly also has a first magnetically permeable member fixed in movement with the pivot member. The pivot assembly further has a second magnetically permeable member. An abutment member abuttingly engages the pivot member to limit its pivotal travel at a position where the first and second magnetically permeable members are magnetically coupled together, without contacting each other for being separated by a gap, by a magnetic force of attraction urging the pivot member toward the second magnetically permeable member.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a compound of formula I: wherein: R1 is C1-6 alkyl, C3-8 cycloalkyl, aryl, heterocyclyl, or —COR1x, where the C1-6 alkyl, C3-8 cycloalkyl, aryl, and heterocyclyl may be substituted; and R1x is C3-8 cycloalkyl, aryl, or heterocyclyl, any of which may be substituted; R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, and R7 are each independently hydrogen, halogen, C1-6 alkyl, or aryl, where the C1-6 alkyl or aryl may be substituted; R8 is hydrogen, C1-6 alkyl, aryl, or heterocyclyl, any of which may be substituted; or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt or ester thereof.

Abstract: A method that builds a chain-of-custody for archived data is disclosed to ensure the integrity and reliability of the archived data. In one implementation, by using a certified Time Stamp Authority (TSA), an indelible record of each time the archived data is touched (e.g. created, stored, retrieved, accessed, tested, moved, or transformed) is generated to build verifiable links between events to ensure the custody of the data can be audited and verified that it has remained intact throughout its lifetime. The chain-of-custody, in combination with the storage architecture that ensures archive data has not changed through various software and hardware means (e.g., multiple hash signatures to ensure integrity, timestamp authorities to pinpoint each time the archived data was touched, location information to pinpoint physical location, and coordinated chain of custody on multiple replicas of the digital artifact) validates that the archived data has not changed since it was archived.

Abstract: A method and system to store and retrieve archival data and indefinitely storing the data is disclosed. By using caches and large volumes of commodity disk drives controlled in a dynamic or scheduled way, power consumption of the archive system is reduced. Archive data is transferred to the archive facility via a channel, such as electronic or physical transportation, depending on a set of customer service level parameters. Archived data is replicated to a second facility to guard against multiple device failures or site disasters. The archived data is protected from erasure by both keeping the media predominantly unpowered and disabling writing to the media once it has been filled to capacity. The system provides access to indexable host and customer-specific metadata across the entire infrastructure without powering the media. All customer archive data is segregated from all other data by residing on per customer dedicated media.

Abstract: A method is provided for providing protection of a local area network (LAN) connection that includes providing first and second LAN cards in a multi-service platform. The first and second LAN cards each include at least one port. The first and second LAN cards are coupled to a network edge device through their respective ports to communicate LAN traffic. The method also includes designating the first LAN card as an active card and the second LAN card as an inactive card. The method further includes detecting a network failure associated with the first LAN card. The method further includes protecting LAN traffic communicated between the second LAN card and the LAN by designating the second LAN card as an active card and the first LAN card as an inactive card.

Abstract: According to one embodiment, a method for testing a circuit includes receiving a test access session request, where the test access session request indicates that a test session is to be performed on a circuit path. A reservation message is sent to a test bus, where the reservation message reserves the test bus for the test session. The test bus includes a portion of bandwidth shared among a plurality of network elements. Traffic associated with the circuit path is copied to the test bus.

Abstract: A method is provided for protecting a connection between a multi-service platform (MSP) and a local area network (LAN) that includes providing first and second LAN cards in the MSP. The first and second LAN cards are each coupled to the LAN over separate links. The method also includes providing a switch fabric. The switch fabric switches traffic having a synchronous optical network format for communication over a synchronous optical network to which the MSP is coupled. The switch fabric is coupled to the first and second LAN cards. The method further includes establishing a connection between the first and second LAN cards through the switch fabric. The method further includes establishing protection for traffic communicated between the LAN and the first LAN card by aggregating the links between the first and second LAN cards and the LAN.

Abstract: According to one embodiment, a method for testing a circuit includes receiving a test access session request, where the test access session request indicates that a test session is to be performed on a circuit path. A reservation message is sent to a test bus, where the reservation message reserves the test bus for the test session. The test bus includes a portion of bandwidth shared among a plurality of network elements. Traffic associated with the circuit path is copied to the test bus.