Abstract: A method for determining a round-trip latency of a communication channel in a system between a first device and a second device, comprising: setting an estimated round-trip latency binary value by the first device that represents a latency measured in clock cycles; generating and sending a first test signal by the first device comprising alternating first and second values, being sent at each clock cycle; saving each first and second value of the first test signal for a duration that corresponds to the estimated latency value; receiving the first test signal at the second device; sending, by the second device, a validating signal that is based on the first test signal; receiving the validating signal at the first device; and determining if the latency value is correct based on the comparing of the validating signal and the first test signal.

Abstract: A surgical apparatus includes an elongated probe extending from a proximal handle portion to a distal jaw. In operation, the distal jaw may be actuated via an actuator assembly in connection with the handle portion. The distal jaw may be utilized to manipulate or grasp patient tissue, sutures, or various objects associated with a procedure that may be encountered in a patient cavity. An imaging device is in connection with the probe proximal to the distal jaw. In operation, the imaging device may capture image data in a field of view distally directed from the elongated probe. The image data captured in the field of view may assist an operator in targeting objects to be grasped or clamped within the distal jaw while avoiding unintentional contact with neighboring tissue within the patient cavity.

Abstract: One example includes a superconducting readout system. The system includes an RF hybrid coupler configured to receive an RF input signal and to generate at least one RF tuning signal and an RF output signal based on the RF input signal. The system also includes at least one tunable resonator system comprising a tunable resonator configured to receive the respective RF tuning signal(s). Each of the tunable resonator(s) can have a resonant frequency that is set by a superconducting input signal, such that the RF tuning signal(s) is reflected back to the RF hybrid coupler to provide a variable phase-shift of the RF output signal relative to the RF input signal that is based on the superconducting input signal. The system further includes a phase monitor configured to measure a phase difference between the RF input signal and the RF output signal to determine the superconducting input signal.

Abstract: Various aspects of the present disclosure are directed toward apparatuses, systems, and methods that may include an inflow or outflow cannula apparatus.

Abstract: A device for holding small objects used in dentistry is disclosed. The device is suitable for use to hold a dental veneer, inlay, onlay, or crown before and during placement. In some implementations, the device includes a handle and at least one removable suction tip attached thereto that can adhere to small objects. In other implementations, the device includes a handle and at least one removable restoration carrier tip attached thereto. The handle may be an independent component that is configured to have one or two removable suction tips or restoration carrier tips attached thereto or may alternatively be part of a curing light. The device is composed of a clear or translucent soft material with a Shore A durometer hardness of between about 30 and about 50. The device allows a user to polymerize a light curable adhesive through the body of the removable tip or restoration carrier tip.

Abstract: A rotary surgical shaver includes an outer housing forming an outer cutting window at a distal end portion. A rotary member extends through the outer housing and in connection with a motor at a proximal end portion and forms a plurality of cutting windows comprising a first window and a second window at the distal end portion. A controller is configured to control the motor to position the rotary member over a first angular range aligned with the first window defining a first cutting sequence and control the motor to position the rotary member over a second angular range aligned with the second window defining a second cutting sequence. The controller is further configured to selectively adjust a duty cycle between the first cutting sequence and the second cutting sequence.

Abstract: This invention is a system and method for encrypted video stream data compaction. The system integrates video processing techniques with data compaction methods, achieving compressed outputs that maintain data security. A video stream processor analyzes frames, estimates motion, and eliminates redundancies, preparing the data for further compression. The processed data is then divided into blocks, mapped to codewords, and subjected to additional compression and encryption rules. This multi-layered approach results in reduced data size and bandwidth requirements for video streaming, while ensuring data integrity and security. The system's adaptability makes it suitable for various video streaming applications, from high-definition content delivery to secure video communications.

Abstract: A strapping tool is disclosed herein. In one or more embodiments, the strapping tool includes a motive power source; and a tensioning assembly operatively coupled to the motive power source, the tensioning assembly including a plurality of strapping foot members, the plurality of strapping foot members arranged side-by-side transversely across a strapping pass line, at least one of the plurality of strapping foot members being in a form of a tensioning foot member configured to apply tension to a piece of strapping while being driven in an oscillatory manner by the motive power source.

Abstract: A device for odor neutralization of food waste includes a chamber to receive food waste, the chamber having an inlet and an outlet, an odor neutralizer coupled with the inlet via a first flow path, the odor neutralizer to output particles to mitigate odor emitted from the food waste, and a filter coupled with the outlet via a second flow path to filter remaining odor in the second flow path.

Abstract: A probe apparatus includes a plurality of nested sheaths including an inner sheath forming an inner sheath passage and an outer sheath forming an outer sheath passage. A cannula forms an actuator linkage that extends from a proximal linkage end portion to a distal linkage end portion. The actuator linkage extends through the inner sheath passage from the proximal end portion at a main body forming a handle portion to the distal linkage end portion and forms a lumen therethrough. A blade is in connection with the distal linkage end portion and the inner sheath. An imaging apparatus includes an imager extending through the cannula at the distal linkage end portion and captures image data in a field of view.

Abstract: A device may receive an indication that an ATM transaction is to be conducted, display prompt(s) for a user to input user authentication credential information and to select an ATM transaction type, detect user input(s) that include a user authentication credential and a selection of a particular ATM transaction type, and receive, from an ATM device, a request to establish a communication session. The ATM device may include a sync button to initiate communicative coupling of the ATM device and the user device. The request may be based on a user selection of the sync button. The device may communicatively couple to the ATM device, and provide, to the ATM device, the user authentication credential and data regarding the particular ATM transaction type to cause the ATM device to perform the ATM transaction. The device may display information regarding the ATM transaction.

Abstract: Methods and systems of supporting a patient's head wherein a head support is attached to the head. The head support is connected to an adjustment system, which is configured to move the head support. There is a processor is configured to receive the position signals from sensors, determine adjustments to be made to the head support, and send adjustment signals to the adjustment system so that the head support is adjusted in accordance with the determined adjustments.

Abstract: The invention provides methods for simultaneously amplifying multiple nucleic acid regions of interest in one reaction volume as well as methods for selecting a library of primers for use in such amplification methods. The invention also provides library of primers with desirable characteristics, such as minimal formation of amplified primer dimers or other non-target amplicons.

Abstract: Machines and articles, processes for using the machines and articles, processes for making the machines and articles, and products produced by the processes of making, along with necessary intermediates, involving aspects of authorizing access to computing resources using non-fungible tokens.

Abstract: A system and method for random-access manipulation of compacted data files, utilizing a reference codebook, a random-access engine, a data deconstruction engine, and a data deconstruction engine. The system may receive a data query pertaining to a data read or data write request, wherein the data file to be read from or written to is a compacted data file. A random-access engine may facilitate data manipulation processes by transforming the codebook into a hierarchical representation and then traversing the representation scanning for specific codewords associated with a data query request. In an embodiment, an estimator module is present and configured to utilize cardinality estimation to determine a starting codeword to begin searching the compacted data file for the data associated with the data query. The random-access engine may encode the data to be written, insert the encoded data into a compacted data file, and update the codebook as needed.

Abstract: A suture transfer device and method of use provides the suture transfer device to facilitate passage of suture through a channel bored through a bone. The suture transfer device may also be installed upon a surgical drill. The device extends through bone tissue providing a temporarily installed suture passage with an overall cylindrical configuration and a linear trough, the device can be included on a bone drill during the drilling process, with the device deployed within the drilled channel within the bone upon completion of the drilled channel in the bone, providing smooth passage of one or more sutures during tissue repair through the linear trough, the device further 10 removed upon completion of the surgery without disruption of the suture or sutures. Kits are also provided.

Abstract: A technique facilitates deployment of open hole gravel packing equipment and sand control equipment downhole in a single trip. According to an embodiment, the technique utilizes a pipe string, e.g. a workstring or a drill string, for use in an open hole gravel packing operation. The pipe string is equipped with a sand control system having at least one filtration medium, Additionally, the pipe string comprises a valve and a valve actuation device. The valve actuation device is capable of being remotely activated in a manner allowing setting of one or more packers downhole without blocking subsequent flow through the pipe string.

Abstract: A system and methods for adaptive bandwidth-efficient data encoding comprising: a sequence analyzer configured to analyze a received sequence dataset, maintain a count of unique characters, and identify positions where the unique character count increases by a power of two; an adaptive sourceblock optimizer that determines and dynamically adjusts optimal sourceblock sizes based on dataset characteristics; and a data deconstruction engine that deconstructs the dataset into sourceblocks and creates codewords for storage or transmission. The system analyzes sequence complexity, alphabet size, and character frequency distribution to optimize sourceblock sizes, and uses machine learning to improve decision-making over time. This adaptive approach enhances compression efficiency across varied genomic data types, including genome graphs, while maintaining data integrity and security.

Abstract: Automated systems and methods are provided for use in processing explant material. One example system includes a first station configured to sterilize explant material with sterilization media, a second station configured to receive the explant material from the first station and rinse the explant material, and a third station configured to receive the explant material from the second station and hydrate the explant material with rehydration media. The system also includes a support structure, wherein the first station, the second station, and the third station are positioned on the support structure.

Abstract: Vapor accumulator reservoirs for semiconductor processing operations, such as atomic layer deposition operations, are provided. Such vapor accumulator reservoirs may include a perimeter plenum volume filled with an inert gas, which may reduce or prevent the leakage of external contaminants into a process gas. In some implementations, the reservoir may be constructed from corrosion-resistant materials to reduce internal contaminants into the process gas.