Abstract: Provided are gamma glutamylcysteine synthetase variants and microbial cells comprising such variants and/or expressing heterologous gamma-glutamylcysteine synthetase-glutathione synthetases, for producing increased amounts of the antioxidant peptide glutathione (GSH). Methods and compositions provided herein may be useful in baking and winemaking applications and in production of nutraceuticals, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, plant protectants and/or animal feeds.

Abstract: A method of identifying traces associated with a discrete user-initiated instantiation of a process within a microservices-based application comprises aggregating ingested spans associated with the microservices-based application into traces. The method further comprises identifying a first set of traces from the traces associated with a workflow, wherein the workflow comprises a group of microservices associated with the process implemented by the microservices-based application. Also, the method comprises identifying a second set of traces from the first set of traces, wherein the second set of traces is associated with a discrete user-initiated instantiation of the process.

Abstract: An adsorption filter for removing particulate matter from a fluid includes an outer housing including an upper end, a lower end, and an inner cavity. In addition, the adsorption filter includes a filter assembly disposed in the inner cavity of the outer housing. The filter assembly includes a supply conduit having an inlet end, an outlet end disposed in the inner cavity, and a linear section extending vertically from the outlet end. The supply conduit is configured to flow the fluid into the inner cavity. Further, the filter assembly includes a first pair of filter discs mounted to the linear section of the supply conduit. The first pair of filter discs includes an upper filter disc and a lower filter disc positioned below the upper filter disc. Each filter disc includes a base and a plurality of parallel flow diverters extending from the base. Each base and each flow diverter slidingly engages an inner surface of the outer housing. Each base includes a flow orifice extending vertically therethrough.

Abstract: A rod shape visualisation device (1) is proposed for providing information on the desired shape of a posterior spinal rod during a bending process whilst being arranged in a sterile operation area. The rod shape visualisation device (1) comprises: (a) a sterile case (10) comprising a housing portion (11) including an entrance aperture (12) and a cover (13), sized and shaped to seal the entrance aperture (12), the sterile case (10) further comprising an inner lumen (14) configured to come in contact with non-sterile or sterile objects, and (b) a non-sterile or sterile visualisation template (40) comprising a displaying side providing information on the desired shape of a posterior rod. The rod shape visualisation device (1) defines a first, open state in which the cover (13) is open, and a second, closed state in which the cover (13) is closed, wherein in the closed state, the displaying side of the visualisation template (40) is visibly arranged in the inner lumen (14).

Abstract: A method of computing a workload performed by a group of related spans within a microservices-based application executing in a distributed computing environment comprises aggregating a plurality of ingested spans associated with one or more applications executing in the distributed computing environment into a plurality of traces. The method also comprises retrieving a set of traces from the plurality of traces in response to a query and tracking an execution time of each respective group of related spans in the set of traces, wherein the tracking an execution time is performed for a plurality of groups. Further, the method comprises tracking a cumulative execution time for the plurality of groups and computing a workload ratio associated with each respective group of related spans using an execution time associated with a respective group and the cumulative execution time for the plurality of groups.

Abstract: A camera mount for a vehicle, such as an off road vehicle, is provided. A camera is secured to an upper end of the camera mount. A lower end of the camera mount is positioned within a cylindrical cup holder provided within the interior cabin of the vehicle via a cylindrical base member. A support rod member extends upwardly from the cylindrical base member and supports the camera at the upper end of the camera mount on the support rod member. A central bore portion is provided within the cylindrical base member to receive the support rod member. The cylindrical base member is provided with spring-biased shims or actuatable shims to securely position the camera mount with the cylindrical cup holder.

Abstract: A method of analyzing a performance of a microservices-based application comprises generating a plurality of traces from a plurality of spans associated with the microservices-based application. The method also comprises generating a plurality of data sets each associated with a respective analysis mode of a plurality of analysis modes using the plurality of traces, wherein each analysis mode extracts a different level of detail for analyzing the performance of the services in the application from the plurality of spans. Further, the method comprises selecting, based on a first user query, a first analysis mode from the plurality of analysis modes for generating a response to the first user query. The method also comprises accessing a data set of the plurality of data sets that is associated with the first analysis mode and generating the response to the first user query using the data set associated with the first analysis mode.

Abstract: A multi-piece spring perch for a coilover shock is disclosed including a pair of half members. The coilover shock includes a rod, a coil spring mounted about the rod and a U-shaped member secured to a lower end of the rod. The multi-piece spring perch is mounted about the rod and the U-shaped member to receive an end of the coil spring, strengthening the connection between the rod and the U-shaped member.

Abstract: Provided is an automatically controlled shock stiffening system. The automatically controlled shock stiffening system may include an electronic control unit receiving sensor input which automatically stiffens and softens a shock during operation. An override button is provided to immediately stiffen the shock in response to a user activating the override button. The system may include a main body with an oil flow aperture and a flow control system that operates to restrict the flow of oil between the reservoir and the shock. The automatically controlled shock stiffening system may be coupled between the reservoir and the bridge of the shock and operates to restrict flow of the oil in order to stiffen the shock immediately in response to activation of the override button.

Abstract: An adjustable shock adapter for converting a non-adjustable shock into a shock with full spring and ride height adjustment. The adjustable shock adapter may include a tubular component adapted for engagement with a shaft of the non-adjustable shock. The tubular component may include a rim extending radially outward from an outer surface of the tubular component, located towards the bottom of the tubular component, and positioned against a fixed component of the shock absorber to prevent the tubular component from sliding past the component. The adjustable shock adapter may also include a collar mounted to the outer surface of the tube-shaped component and moveable upwards or downwards along the tubular component and locked into place. The collar may include a second rim positioned against a spring of the non-adjustable shock, acting as a stopper to limit how low the height of the UTV can be adjusted.

Abstract: In order to extract more contextualized metrics associated with a particular service in a microservices-based application, a method of aggregating metrics comprises analyzing tags of spans for each trace and, based on a first predetermined set of rules, extracting one or more tags pre-selected by a user of the monitoring service. A pre-selected tag may appear in one or more spans associated with a particular service in a trace and may be extracted as a numeric metric. The method comprises computing a set of metrics for the particular service using the numeric metric extracted from the one or more spans of the trace. The method also comprises determining a set of aggregated metrics over the selected time duration for the particular service by aggregating the set of metrics over multiple traces.

Abstract: Described herein are techniques for concurrently visualizing real user's session data with a playback of a user's experience during a session. The disclosed techniques can correlate session data collected in response to interactions with an application during a user's session with session recreation data generated by the application and recorded during the user's session. The correlations between the session data and the recreation data can be used to render and control a recreation of the user's experience during the session concurrently with a visualization of the session data.

Abstract: A two-piece limit strap clamp for use with a shock absorber and a limit strap retention device is provided. The pieces couple together around the upper end of a shock absorber. The clamp has a protrusion that extends outwardly and is adapted for attachment of the top end of a limit strap. The lower end of the limit strap may be attached to a mounting tab that is coupled to the lower mounting bracket of the shock absorber. Also disclosed is a limit strap with a tether coupled to a spring of the shock absorber to prevent the limit strap from bowing out when the shock absorber is compressed. A method of use of a limit strap with a tether is also disclosed.

Abstract: A shock bypass tube having a tubular extension for a hydraulic shock of a vehicle is provided. The tubular extension is secured to an end portion of the shock bypass tube having a reduced tubular portion. The tubular extension increases the length of the bump stage or zone of the hydraulic shock when a piston of the hydraulic shock travels beyond oil outlet apertures of the shock bypass tube. The increased length of the bump stage or zone enhances the performance and ride quality of the hydraulic shock.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a system and method for generating real-time project estimates and providing field assistance in the construction and home improvement industries. Utilizing AI and NLP, the system processes project requests, accesses a database of real-time material and labor costs, and generates detailed project estimates. It offers an interactive interface for voice and text inputs, dynamic estimate adjustments, and integrates with third-party software. Field assistance features installation tips, compliance information, and a feedback loop mechanism for continuous improvement.

Abstract: A method of facilitating an augmented reality experience to purchase an item at a merchant location may be provided. The method may include storing profile data, receiving location data and environmental data from a computing device associated with the stored profile data. Upon determining that the user device has entered a predefined merchant location, the method may include initiating a sequence of augmented reality modes including at least a first augmented reality mode associated with the selection of an item and a second augmented reality mode associated with the payment of the item. The user device may display virtual content in association with each mode, and upon detecting predetermined user inputs such as gestures, fixed gazes, or moving through thresholds, the system may enable the selection and payment of one or more items by sending a purchase request to a merchant terminal.

Abstract: A radius rod assembly is provided. The radius rod assembly has an upper radius rod with a laterally offset portion which accommodates an upwardly offset portion of a lower radius rod. The upwardly offset portion provides additional ground clearance for off road vehicles. An offset toggle plate interconnects end portions of the upper and lower radius rods. The radius rod assembly extends between a central bracket of a vehicle frame to an axle hub assembly and a rear shock assembly.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to systems and methods for facilitating shopping and purchasing. The systems and methods for facilitating shopping and purchasing use an identity tag as an item tracker and/or a transaction enabler.

Abstract: A novel device for bioinductive implant placement in an in vivo surgical site, and method of use thereof, is disclosed. Sequential actuation of a series of levers (or other actuation means) operates to allow for expansion or splaying of a bioinductive implant patch, such as a patch comprised of collagen fibers, over an in vivo surgical site such as a torn tendon in a shoulder rotator cuff. With the patch expanded, it may be surgically fixed in place and provide for more efficient and thorough healing and repair of the tendon.

Abstract: Described herein are techniques for concurrently visualizing real user's session data with a playback of a user's experience during a session. The disclosed techniques can correlate session data collected in response to interactions with an application during a user's session with session recreation data generated by the application and recorded during the user's session. The correlations between the session data and the recreation data can be used to render and control a recreation of the user's experience during the session concurrently with a visualization of the session data.