Abstract: Embodiments of the disclosure relate to an optical fiber cable. The optical fiber cable includes a cable jacket having an inner surface and an outer surface in which the inner surface defines a central bore along a longitudinal axis of the optical fiber cable and the outer surface defines the outermost extent of the cable. The optical fiber cable also includes at least one access feature disposed in the cable jacket between the inner surface and the outer surface. Further included are a first plurality of optical fiber bundles. Each optical fiber bundle includes a second plurality of optical fiber ribbons that has a third plurality of optical fibers arranged in a planar configuration. The optical fiber cable bends uniformly in all directions transverse to the longitudinal axis of the optical fiber cable.

Abstract: In some implementations, a user device can coordinate adjustments to a composite GUI generated in cooperation with an accessory device that presents the composite graphical user interface. For example, the user device can receive configuration data that defines the maximum GUI display area (e.g., size, dimensions) of the accessory device, various view areas within the GUI display area of the accessory device into which the user device can render GUIs, and/or transitions between the various view areas. The user device can generate a display buffer based on the maximum GUI display area, generate a graphical user interface in an area of the buffer corresponding to a current view area specified by the accessory device, and send to the accessory device video frames corresponding to the display buffer. The accessory device can generate a composite GUI based on the received video frames that include the user device generated GUI.

Abstract: Provided are a computer program product, system, and method for determining tracks to prestage into cache from a storage. Information is provided related to determining tracks to prestage from the storage to the cache in a stage group of sequential tracks including a trigger track comprising a track number in the stage group at which to start prestaging tracks and Input/Output (I/O) activity information to a machine learning module. A new trigger track in the stage group at which to start prestaging tracks is received from the machine learning module having processed the provided information. The trigger track is set to the new trigger track. Tracks are prestaged in response to processing an access request to the trigger track in the stage group.

Abstract: A bracket for a floating shelf comprises rods secured to and extending from a solid plate to be secured to a wall. Interleaved arrays of countersunk bores and slots extend through the solid plate and arranged to extend laterally from one lateral side of the solid plate to an opposite lateral side of the solid plate. An array of webs in the plate is interleaved between the arrays of bores and slots. Each web has a lateral width less than or equal to inch so that fastener inserted through the bores and slots can always find a stud. The plate has a perimeter and at least one cutout at a lateral end sized to receive a tool to separate the bracket from the shelf.

Abstract: A bracket for a floating shelf comprises a solid plate with a planar back side to abut to a wall. A plurality of circular apertures extends through the solid plate. A plurality of rods is secured to the solid plate and extend therefrom, with each rod having a proximal end received within a different one of the plurality of circular apertures. The proximal ends of the plurality of rods are flush with the planar back side of the solid plate and the wall. An array of counterbore slots or bores with enlarged openings extend through the solid plate and is arranged in series and extend laterally from one lateral side of the solid plate to an opposite lateral side of the solid plate.

Abstract: A door system includes a door jamb, a door panel, a window disposed in the door panel, a plurality of electronic components, a hinge pivotally coupling an edge of the door panel to the door jamb, and a control system disposed within the door panel. The plurality of electronic components include an electronic locking mechanism coupled to the door panel, a camera coupled to the door panel, a sensor configured to facilitate detecting at least one of sound or activity proximate the door panel, and a backup battery disposed in at least one of the door jamb or the door panel. The edge of the door panel is configured to receive power from an external power source to power the plurality of electronic components. The backup battery is configured to power at least one of the plurality of electronic components in an event of power loss from the external power source.

Abstract: A novel gRNA-ligand binding complex is provided. This complex may be used to bring Type V Cas proteins and additional effectors to DNA for base editing. The design of the systems allows for the production of efficient modular components that provide flexibility when editing DNA.

Abstract: An altitude control system for an unmanned aerial vehicle includes a compressor assembly defining a plenum therein, a passive valve assembly coupled to a first portion of the compressor assembly and in fluid communication with the plenum, and an active valve assembly coupled to a second portion of the compressor assembly and in fluid communication with the plenum. A method of controlling an altitude of an unmanned aerial vehicle and an unmanned aerial vehicle are also provided.

Abstract: A valve assembly for use with an unmanned aerial vehicle is provided and includes an inlet tube, a shuttle, a base plate, a screw assembly, and a spacer block. The shuttle is partially disposed within the inlet tube and is configured to be placed in a first position where the shuttle abuts the inlet tube and a second position where the outer surface is disposed in spaced relation to the inlet tube. The base plate extends between a first end portion that defines a cavity therein and a second end portion. The screw assembly is disposed within the cavity of the base plate and is coupled to a portion of the shuttle. The spacer block is interposed between the second end portion of the inlet tube and the first end portion of the base plate and is configured to maintain the inlet tube and the base plate in spaced relation.

Abstract: A modular floating shelf system comprises a modular floating shelf bracket mounting a shelf to a wall and with the modular floating shelf bracket being contained in and hidden by the shelf. The modular floating shelf bracket comprises at least two bracket modules, including a main bracket and an extension bracket, selectively coupleable together. A coupler plate is coupled to a proximal end of an extension mounting plate and overhangs a seam between the extension mounting plate and a main mounting plate. A bore extends through the overhang of the coupler plate and receives a cantilevered main beams of the main bracket. The main and extension brackets can be selectively coupled together to accommodate wider shelves.

Abstract: A modular floating shelf system comprises a modular floating shelf bracket mounting a shelf to a wall and with the modular floating shelf bracket being contained in and hidden by the shelf. The modular floating shelf bracket comprises at least two bracket modules, including a main bracket and an extension bracket, selectively coupleable together. A coupler plate is coupled to a proximal end of an extension mounting plate and overhangs a seam between the extension mounting plate and a main mounting plate. A bore extends through the overhang of the coupler plate and receives a cantilevered main beams of the main bracket. The main and extension brackets can be selectively coupled together to accommodate wider shelves.

Abstract: A system for an unmanned aerial vehicle can include an altitude control system 320, which further includes a compressor assembly 400, a valve assembly 500, and an electronics control assembly 600. The compressor assembly may include a compressor housing 410 that includes a compressor inlet 402, an outlet 202, and a cavity 414 extending therethrough and joining the inlet to the outlet. A diffuser 408 may be coupled to the compressor housing. A motor housing 407 may be disposed within the central cavity at the inlet of the compressor housing, and a compressor motor 406 may be disposed within the motor housing. An impeller 412 disposed within the compressor housing may be coupled to a driveshaft 444 for rotation therewith. The valve assembly may be coupled to an opening 416 of the compressor inlet. The valve head 502 may be configured to move into and away from the inlet opening so as to change a size of the circumferential area of the inlet opening.

Abstract: According to various examples of the present disclosure, an engineered wood precursor mixture includes a plurality of wood substrates and a binder reaction mixture present in a range of from 3 parts to 25 parts per 100 parts of the dry weight of the plurality of wood substrates. The binder composition includes an aqueous portion. The aqueous portion includes a carbohydrate-containing component in a range of from 2 wt% to 85 wt% based on a dry weight of the binder reaction mixture. The carbohydrate-containing component includes glucose, fructose, or a mixture thereof. The combined wt% of glucose, fructose, or mixture thereof in the carbohydrate-containing component is at least 60 wt%. The aqueous portion further includes 0.1 wt% to 10 wt% sodium trimetaphosphate based on a dry weight of the binder reaction mixture.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are embodiments of aluminum-based alloys having improved intergranular corrosion resistance. Methods of making and using the disclosed alloy embodiments also are disclosed herein.

Abstract: A cake saver device for preventing contaminants from coming into contact with a cake when blowing out one or more candles is presented. The cake saver device is useful for providing a stand/mount to hold the candles at a location away from the cake for preventing contaminants from spittle expectorated while blowing out the one or more candles from coming into contact with the cake. Also, the cake saver device provides peace of mind as a cost efficient and reusable device.

Abstract: Combustion heater control systems and methods that include dynamic safety settings. Current operating parameters of the combustion heater are sensed at a plurality of time intervals and converted into a time-varying signal. The time-varying signal is compared to a burner stability envelope indicating when a burner is likely to enter an unstable state. The unstable state may include huffing, flashback, and/or liftoff. When the burner is likely to enter an unstable state, the combustion heater is controlled to prevent the unstable state.

Abstract: A system for an unmanned aerial vehicle can include an altitude control system, which further includes a compressor assembly, a valve assembly, and an electronics assembly. The compressor assembly may include a driveshaft and a bearing assembly configured to rotate the driveshaft. The driveshaft may be formed from a first material and a compressor housing may be formed from a second material. The first and second materials may have different rates of thermal expansion. A dynamic preloading mechanism, such as a flexible plate, may be provided within the compressor assembly to exert a preloading force on the bearing assembly. Throughout the duration of the flight of the unmanned aerial vehicle, the preloading mechanism can continually compensate for differences in rates of thermal expansion between the first and second materials throughout.

Abstract: A system for an unmanned aerial vehicle can include an altitude control system 320, which further includes a compressor assembly 400, a valve assembly 500, and an electronics control assembly 600. The compressor assembly may include a compressor housing 410 that includes a compressor inlet 402, an outlet 202, and a cavity 414 extending therethrough and joining the inlet to the outlet. A diffuser 408 may be coupled to the compressor housing. A motor housing 407 may be disposed within the central cavity at the inlet of the compressor housing, and a compressor motor 406 may be disposed within the motor housing. An impeller 412 disposed within the compressor housing may be coupled to a driveshaft 444 for rotation therewith. The valve assembly may be coupled to an opening 416 of the compressor inlet. The valve head 502 may be configured to move into and away from the inlet opening so as to change a size of the circumferential area of the inlet opening.

Abstract: A bracket for a floating shelf comprises a solid plate with a planar back side to abut to a wall. A plurality of circular apertures extends through the solid plate and have internal screw threads. A plurality of rods is secured to the solid plate and extending therefrom, with each rod having a proximal end received within a different one of the plurality of circular apertures. The plurality of rods has external screw threads on the proximal end mating with a respective internal screw thread of respective circular apertures. The proximal ends of the plurality of rods are flush with the planar back side of the solid plate and the wail.