Abstract: A computing device obtains settings for a design of an experiment. The settings include a first sample size that indicates an amount of members for a first group observed as part of the experiment, a design quality metric that assesses, based on the first sample size, a quality of the design for the experiment prior to conducting the experiment, and a parameter pertaining to the first group. The computing device also displays first and second graphs of the design quality metric on a graphical user interface. The first graph is displayed as a function of the first sample size and the second graph is displayed as a function of the parameter pertaining to the first group. The computing device also receives a first user indication to change one or more of the settings, and then updates both the first and second graphs to account for the first user indication.

Abstract: An apparatus includes a processor to: generate variants of an experiment design based on varied parameters; for each variant, estimate terms based on the model, and derive an optimality value; present a table of the variants including a column for each varied parameter and a column for the optimality value, a row for each variant, and a bar graph for each column depicting a distribution of the values therein; present function controls operable to select a function to perform on row(s) of the table in response to selection of a bar of a bar graph of a column; in response to selection of a function, change the current function to the selected function; and in response to a selection of a bar of a bar graph of a column, perform the current function on row(s) based on instances of the value associated with selected bar.

Abstract: An apparatus includes a processor to: present prompts guiding selection of first subset terms for estimation of variants of an experiment design based on a model thereof, and second subset terms for estimation using Bayesian modification; monitor for selections of term; in response to each change in the first subset terms, determine whether all first subset terms can be estimated based on the model; in response to the first subset including too many terms, present an indication of too many terms being selected for estimation based on the model; in response to the first subset including fewer terms than can be estimated based on the model, present an indication that more terms could be selected for estimation based on the model; and for each variant of the experiment design, estimate each first subset term based on the model, and estimate each second subset term using Bayesian modification.

Abstract: Compositions for removing contaminants from plastics processing equipment are described herein. The compositions may include a polymeric carrier component, an oxidizing agent, an abrasive and/or a gas agent. Methods of preparing the compositions described herein and methods of removing contaminants from plastics processing equipment are also described.

Abstract: An apparatus includes a processor to: generate variants of an experiment design based on varied parameters; for each variant, estimate terms based on the model, and derive an optimality value; present a table of the variants including a column for each varied parameter and a column for the optimality value, a row for each variant, and a bar graph for each column depicting a distribution of the values therein; present function controls operable to select a function to perform on row(s) of the table in response to selection of a bar of a bar graph of a column; in response to selection of a function, change the current function to the selected function; and in response to a selection of a bar of a bar graph of a column, perform the current function on row(s) based on instances of the value associated with selected bar.

Abstract: An apparatus includes a processor to: present prompts guiding selection of first subset terms for estimation of variants of an experiment design based on a model thereof, and second subset terms for estimation using Bayesian modification; monitor for selections of term; in response to each change in the first subset terms, determine whether all first subset terms can be estimated based on the model; in response to the first subset including too many terms, present an indication of too many terms being selected for estimation based on the model; in response to the first subset including fewer terms than can be estimated based on the model, present an indication that more terms could be selected for estimation based on the model; and for each variant of the experiment design, estimate each first subset term based on the model, and estimate each second subset term using Bayesian modification.

Abstract: Process of electroforming a metal structure, in particular a structure with a tip protruding from adjacent outer layers. The process comprises the following steps; a first layer is deposited on a substrate followed by one or more next layers partially overlapping the first layer to form an intermediate structure having a substrate surface facing the substrate; in a next step, the intermediate structure is removed from the substrate and one or more further layers are deposited on said substrate surface of the intermediate structure.

Abstract: A computing device receives a request for a design of a combinatorial test for a test system. The device receives a run indication of a total quantity of test cases for the design, a factor indication of a total quantity of factors, and/or a strength indication for a covering array. The device generates an updated design by: selecting test case(s) to remove from a first design; or adding test case(s) to the first design. The first design comprises a set of test cases that represent the covering array according to the strength indication. The updated design is constrained to the total quantity of test cases as indicated by the run indication. The device outputs a respective setting for each test condition for at least one test case of the updated design for testing the test system.

Abstract: A compact setting tool that sets a packer or bridge plug in a wellbore and then self bleeds the gas pressure prior to pulling the string out of the wellbore.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for using a plurality of impact dampening discs composed of a closed cell polyurethane foam composite with polyborodimethylsiloxane as a dilatant non-Newtonian fluid dispersed through a foam matrix in a downhole setting tool to absorb the energy released during setting operations.

Abstract: A fire protection system and method for an enclosure includes an inert agent supply source configured to discharge an inert agent following a discharge of a primary agent in the enclosure, a gas detector configured to determine a gas concentration level in the enclosure, and a controller connected with the inert agent supply source and the gas detector and configured to regulate the discharge of the inert agent into the enclosure based at least partially upon the gas concentration level.

Abstract: A computing device receives a request for a design of a combinatorial test for a test system. The device receives a run indication of a total quantity of test cases for the design, a factor indication of a total quantity of factors, and/or a strength indication for a covering array. The device generates an updated design by: selecting test case(s) to remove from a first design; or adding test case(s) to the first design. The first design comprises a set of test cases that represent the covering array according to the strength indication. The updated design is constrained to the total quantity of test cases as indicated by the run indication. The device outputs a respective setting for each test condition for at least one test case of the updated design for testing the test system.

Abstract: An extendable hunting stand includes a post assembly and a platform assembly. The post assembly includes multiple posts, and includes an outer post having an upper end defining an opening, an inner post telescopically arranged within the outer post. The inner post is configured to extend through the opening at the upper end of the outer post. The platform assembly is movable between a lower end and an upper end of the inner post. A lifting assembly automatically moves the platform assembly along the inner post between the lower end and the upper end of the inner post.

Abstract: A fire protection system and method for an enclosure includes an inert agent supply source configured to discharge an inert agent following a discharge of a primary agent in the enclosure, a gas detector configured to determine a gas concentration level in the enclosure, and a controller connected with the inert agent supply source and the gas detector and configured to regulate the discharge of the inert agent into the enclosure based at least partially upon the gas concentration level.

Abstract: A computing system receives a request for computer-generated likelihood(s) for candidate evaluations of an industrial product set according to a measurement system analysis (MSA). The MSA comprises tests for evaluating, according to a measurement standard, the industrial product set. The request indicates a metric set representing metric(s) each quantifying an estimate of contribution to variation in evaluating the industrial product set according to the MSA. The system generates a design comprising a respective input set for each test of the MSA. The respective input set comprises setting(s) for conducting a test of the MSA. The design is designed to isolate candidate sources for contributing to the variation in evaluating the industrial product set according to the MSA. The system (e.g., prior to the MSA) outputs, based on the metric set and the design, the computer-generated likelihood(s) for the candidate evaluations of the industrial product set according to the MSA.

Abstract: A computing system receives a request for computer-generated likelihood(s) for candidate evaluations of an industrial product set according to a measurement system analysis (MSA). The MSA comprises tests for evaluating, according to a measurement standard, the industrial product set. The request indicates a metric set representing metric(s) each quantifying an estimate of contribution to variation in evaluating the industrial product set according to the MSA. The system generates a design comprising a respective input set for each test of the MSA. The respective input set comprises setting(s) for conducting a test of the MSA. The design is designed to isolate candidate sources for contributing to the variation in evaluating the industrial product set according to the MSA. The system (e.g., prior to the MSA) outputs, based on the metric set and the design, the computer-generated likelihood(s) for the candidate evaluations of the industrial product set according to the MSA.

Abstract: A beverage dispenser includes a nozzle to dispense a beverage. The beverage dispenser further includes a camera to capture an image of the beverage as the beverage is dispensed from the nozzle. The camera has a field of view that includes the beverage. The beverage dispenser further includes a light source that illuminates the field of view of the camera. The beverage dispenser further includes a computer. The computer analyzes the image of the beverage and determines a characteristic of the beverage.

Abstract: A computing system receives a request to generate computer-generated data for an experiment. The computer-generated data comprises generated inputs defining setting(s) for a plurality of factors for a design of the experiment. The generated inputs are generated to be representative of a respective design space of different design spaces for the design of the experiment. The system receives first characteristic(s) for specifying generation of the computer-generated data associated with a first design space. The system receives second characteristic(s) for specifying generation of the computer-generated data associated with a second design space. The system, responsive to the request, generates a design suite that comprises the computer-generated data that represents, in a first set of design cases of the design suite, settings constrained by the first design space, and represents, in a second set of design cases of the design suite, settings constrained by the second design space.

Abstract: A nozzle for a fire suppression system includes a smooth dome having an exterior surface approximating a partial sphere, a cavity within the dome, and a plurality of orifices through the dome providing fluid communication between the cavity and the exterior of the dome. A fire suppression system is also disclosed.

Abstract: Provided in one implementation is a method that includes introducing a volume of raw material into a chamber of a cavitation machine. The raw material can include a mixture comprising a powder and a solvent. The powder can have a first average particle size in the raw material. The method includes applying a hydrodynamic cavitation process to the raw material to produce a product material. The powder can have a second average particle size, smaller than the first average particle size, in the product material. The method includes causing the product material to exit the cavitation chamber and drying the product material to remove the solvent. Apparatus employed to apply the method are also provided.