Abstract: In general, the present disclosure describes inventory management systems and methods which track all inventory of items within a retail supply chain. A computerized system aggregates inventory movement events to produce a common source of truth for the location and disposition of items within a supply chain. Order events and inventory events are received from multiple data sources. Additionally, a current inventory level for each item at each location within the supply chain is provided according to the data source. The computerized system normalizes the information in the event messages before it is stored in the centralized inventory database. The inventory information in the database can be accessed by multiple consumers through an API to obtain the most up-to-date information about the disposition and location of an item.

Abstract: A lightweight insulative and fire-retardant building material and component and manufacturing process are disclosed. The building material is based on cellulose impregnated with clay and can be formed in the form of posts, columns, bricks, blocks, and panels.

Abstract: A method comprising: receiving, from a first user, account identification information associated with first user, authenticating, by collectible object management system, first user based on account identification information associated with first user, receiving, from first user, a first collectible protective apparatus identifier and a first collectible object identifier, the first collectible protective apparatus identifier being associated with a first collectible protective apparatus, the first collectible object identifier being associated with a first collectible object protected by the first collectible protective apparatus, authenticating, by the collectible object management system, the first collectible protective apparatus identifier and the first collectible object identifier, providing, by the collectible object management system, a user interface associated with the first collectible object, receiving a request to upload first digital media to the collectible management system, the digital medi

Abstract: A modular robotic system that incorporates CNC functionality and is designed to create precise CNC cut parts. The modular CNC system includes a base, a base arm, a first attachment, a second attachment, and a controller. The modular CNC system includes swappable attachment components and tools for different metalworking processes. The modular CNC system performs metalwork in a variety of orientations including a vertical orientation and an upside-down orientation. The modular CNC system is portable and designed to directly attach to a workpiece.

Abstract: A scorekeeping system can include a display device having a scoreboard configured to display a game status based on display information, and an application executable by a user device having a user interface. The application can configure one or more processors of the user device to send initial display configuration information that causes the display device to display an initial game status, receive update information associated with the game status from a user interface of the user device, determine updated display configuration information, and send the updated display configuration to cause the display device to display an updated game status.

Abstract: Provided herein are systems and methods for the automation of seed planting and analysis comprising automated planting of the seeds, germination, and analysis. The methods generally comprise conveying containers containing seeds to an automated seed planting station, wherein each container includes a machine-readable tag, planting at least some of the seeds in the container onto respective planting trays, wherein each planting tray includes a machine-readable tag, allowing the seeds to germinate, and analyzing the germinated seeds. The systems generally comprise a seed planting system and a planting verification and correction system. Also provided herein are backlit templates comprising a light source and a power interface configured to connect to a power source to power the light source.

Abstract: A multilayer stripline wafer for use in an electrical connector. The multilayer stripline wafer includes multiple layers. Signal transmission pathways are positioned on at least one internal layer of the multiple layers. The signal transmission pathways may be uncoupled or loosely coupled singe ended single ended signal transmission pathways or differentially coupled signal transmission pathways. Conductive planar members are positioned in one or more layers of the multiple layers. The conductive planar members are spaced from the signal transmission pathways. One or more conductive planar members controls the impedance of the signal transmission pathways.

Abstract: In general, the present disclosure describes inventory management systems and methods which track all inventory of items within a retail supply chain. A computerized system aggregates inventory movement events to produce a common source of truth for the location and disposition of items within a supply chain. Order events and inventory events are received from multiple data sources. Additionally, a current inventory level for each item at each location within the supply chain is provided according to the data source. The computerized system normalizes the information in the event messages before it is stored in the centralized inventory database. The inventory information in the database can be accessed by multiple consumers through an API to obtain the most up-to-date information about the disposition and location of an item.

Abstract: Aspects of the present disclosure involve systems, methods, devices, and the like for segmentation of the processor architecture platform. In one embodiment, a system and method are introduced which enable the use of a segmented platform in an extended network. The segmented platform is introduced for processing using standardized plugins enabling the use of processing and services available at the segmented network. In another embodiment, processing on the segmented platform can include the integration of microservices for the completion of the transaction.

Abstract: Aspects of the present disclosure involve systems, methods, devices, and the like for obtaining real-time estimates. In one embodiment, a novel customizable, transferable system architecture is presented that enables the characterization of a task, designated for time estimate, into steps or processes. The characterization may occur using the novel architecture which introduces an estimates service module that can provide an initial timing estimate by obtaining a composite time estimate of all steps. Timing of each of the steps can be predicted using a job scheduling enterprise designed to model the job or step. In another embodiment, delays are captured by time estimate monitors which can provide the alerts and delta time differences. Such alerts and time differences can be updated and presented to the user.

Abstract: In general, the present disclosure describes inventory management systems and methods which track all inventory of items within a retail supply chain. A computerized system aggregates inventory movement events to produce a common source of truth for the location and disposition of items within a supply chain. Order events and inventory events are received from multiple data sources. Additionally, a current inventory level for each item at each location within the supply chain is provided according to the data source. The computerized system normalizes the information in the event messages before it is stored in the centralized inventory database. The inventory information in the database can be accessed by multiple consumers through an API to obtain the most up-to-date information about the disposition and location of an item.

Abstract: Three-dimensional (3D) image modeling systems and methods are described for automatically generating virtual 3D store environments. The 3D image modeling systems and methods comprise loading, from a computer memory, a product set of 3D imaging assets including product texture images and standard product model(s). A virtual 3D area is generated by a 3D engine inputting a matrix file that depicts one or more 3D products. The 3D engine positions the one or more virtual 3D products based on positioning data in the matrix file. A virtual 3D store environment is generated based on the virtual 3D area and a 3D structural model. The virtual 3D store environment is configured for rendering as a photorealistic environment in virtual 3D space.

Abstract: What is disclosed is a cellulose-based product and a method for producing the aggregate admix product that includes the steps of thoroughly hydrating cellulose fibers, mixing clay and mineral particulates with a liquid to produce an emulsion, adding the emulsion to the hydrated cellulose fibers, and thoroughly impregnating the cellulose fibers with components from the emulsion and producing an aggregate admix product. The aggregate admix product is combined with cement and a liquid to create a cementitious product that can be directly sprayed onto building structures.

Abstract: A preload collar for a vehicle spring is described. The preload collar is coupled to the shock absorber of a vehicle so that the lower end of the vehicle spring is pressing against the preload collar. The preload collar does not allow the lower end of the vehicle spring to extend toward the ground, or toward the lower end of the shock absorber, as much as it normally would. This pre-loading of the vehicle spring provides suspension lift to the vehicle.

Abstract: Aspects of the present disclosure involve systems, methods, devices, and the like for obtaining real-time estimates. In one embodiment, a novel customizable, transferable system architecture is presented that enables the characterization of a task, designated for time estimate, into steps or processes. The characterization may occur using the novel architecture which introduces an estimates service module that can provide an initial timing estimate by obtaining a composite time estimate of all steps. Timing of each of the steps can be predicted using a job scheduling enterprise designed to model the job or step. In another embodiment, delays are captured by time estimate monitors which can provide the alerts and delta time differences. Such alerts and time differences can be updated and presented to the user.

Abstract: A breakaway stethoscope includes a chest piece, a headset, a tube, and a coupler. The chest piece captures sounds generated inside a person's body when the chest piece is positioned adjacent the person's body. The headset directs the sounds captured by the chest piece toward a person's ear when the headset is positioned on an ear of the person. The tube connects the chest piece to the headset and conveys the sounds captured by the chest piece toward the headset. The tube has a length and includes a first portion connected to the chest piece and a second portion connected to the headset. The coupler releasably connects the tube's first portion to the tube's second portion and releases one of the tube's portions when the tube experiences a force that urges at least one of the tube's portions to move away from the coupler.

Abstract: Bimodal high-density polyethylene polymer compositions with increased high melt strength and good processability. The compositions comprise a base resin having a density of about 945 kg/m3 to about 955 kg/m3, and an ethylene polymer (A) having a density of at least about 968 kg/m3, in an amount ranging from 45% to 55% by weight and an ethylene polymer (B) having a density lower than the density of polymer (A). The composition has a complex viscosity at a shear rate of 0.01 rad/s ranging from about 200 to 450 kPa·s and a complex viscosity at a shear rate of 100 rad/s ranging from about 1900 to 2500 Pa·s. Articles made from these compositions, such as pipes and fittings achieve long-term oxidative resistance and have a low wall thickness variability while maintaining high production output.

Abstract: Computer systems and associated methods are disclosed to detect a future change point in time series data used as input to a machine learning model. A forecast for the time series data is generated. In some embodiments, a fitting model is generated from the time series data, and residuals of the fitting model are obtained for respective portions of the data both before and after a potential change point in the future. The change point is determined based on a ratio of residual metrics for the two portions. In some embodiments, data features are extracted from individual segments in the time series data, and the segments are clustered based on their data features. A change point is determined based on a dissimilarity in cluster assignments for segments before and after the point. In some embodiments, when a change point is predicted, an update of the machine learning model is triggered.