Abstract: Examples herein include systems and methods for temperature logging of food in restaurants, a cloud platform for guiding and analyzing the temperature logging process, and an improved temperature logger for use in the temperature logging process. The temperature logger can include a temperature probe, a user interface, a memory storage, and a hardware-based processor. It can confirm that the temperature of a food item meets applicable requirements, such as requirements provided by the cloud platform. The temperature logger can automatically indicate when a food item is confirmed to be within an acceptable temperature range, prompt the user to check another food item, and report measurement data to the cloud platform. The cloud platform can generate notifications based on the measurement data received from the temperature logger.

Abstract: A method, computer program product and computer system to calculate resource quotas in a distributed computing environment are provided. A processor retrieves workload data regarding a plurality of workloads in a shared computing environment, where the plurality of workloads are executing or pending execution within the shared computing environment. A processor identifies a plurality of tenants of the shared computing environment associated with the plurality of workloads. A processor determines an expected resource usage for the plurality of tenants. A processor determines a ratio of resource usage for the plurality of tenants. A processor determines a resource limit for the plurality of tenants. A processor adjusts at least one aspect of the shared computing environment based on a determination that a total expected resource usage for both executing and pending workloads of a tenant exceeds a resource limit associated with the tenant.

Abstract: An external controller for a chlorinator device can include a hardware-based processor configured to receive flowrate information from a chlorinator device. The external controller can also include a power-supply connector for providing electrical communication between the external controller and a power source, and a chlorinator connector for providing electrical communication between the external controller and the chlorinator device. The external controller can use a data channel to receive the flowrate information from the chlorinator device and communicate with a separate device, such as a pool controller. The external controller can provide instructions to a pool component separate from the chlorinator or external controller, such as a pool pump, based on various types of information, including weather information, pH/ORP information, pool usage information, and user input received through a related mobile application.

Abstract: A modular flow sensor assembly can include a cage having at least one bearing, a shaft coupled to the bearing(s) and oriented in a direction substantially parallel to a direction of flow through the sensor assembly, and multiple turbine blades coupled to the shaft. The module flow sensor assembly can be configured such that it does not include any electrical connections, allowing the assembly to provide information to external sensors without itself requiring power. At least one of the turbine blades can include a magnet, allowing an external sensor to detect the rotational speed of the turbine blades and allowing for calculation of the current flow rate. The cage of the flowrate sensor assembly can be shaped such that it can be easily inserted or removed from a chlorinator device.

Abstract: Examples described herein include systems and methods for improved acid-dispensing for pools. An example method can include drawing electrical current at the device through a low-power data channel to charge a battery. The example method can also include receiving at the device, through the data channel, a digital signal instructing the device to dispense acid. The digital signal can include an indication of an amount of acid to be dispensed by the acid-dispensing device. The acid-dispensing device can authenticate the digital signal and discharge acid based on the signal. For example, discharging acid can be performed by powering a pump using energy stored in the battery of the device. In some examples, the acid-dispensing device can confirm water flow to the pool before discharging acid.

Abstract: Examples herein include systems and methods for an improved disinfectant-dispensing device, such as a device that dispenses chlorine and/or bromine. An example embodiment can include a disinfectant-dispensing device with a chamber that holds solid disinfectant and includes an inlet and outlet. The device can also have a smart valve that includes an electric motor, a shaft, and a microcontroller. The electric motor can provide rotational motion to the shaft, which can extend or retract to allow or prevent the flow of water into the chamber. The microcontroller can operate the electric motor to control the shaft. The device can also include a battery that powers the electric motor and can be trickle charged via the low-power data channel. In one example, the microcontroller can receive a digital command from a pool controller on a low-power data channel and adjust the electric motor accordingly.

Abstract: A snare including a snare wire. The snare wire is formed into a loop, includes an exterior surface, and exhibits a length and a cross-section. The cross-section is orthogonal to the length. The snare wire includes a groove extending helically along the length of the snare wire. The groove is defined by an open channel including an opening defined at the exterior surface. The cross-section defines a center line and a cross-sectional length. The open channel exhibits a groove depth less than half of the cross-sectional length. The open channel is bound in the cross-section by a first line and a second line, the first line intersects the first point and the second line intersects the second point, the first line and the second line are parallel to the center line, and the first line and the second line are equidistant from the center line.

Abstract: A light fixture, methods for installing the light fixture, and systems that incorporate the light fixture are provided. The light fixture includes a housing that connects to a power source at one end and interfaces with a heat sink, lighting module, and associated lens at the other end. A lens retainer includes an aperture that allows water to flow into a cavity formed within the lens retainer when installed. A portion of the heat sink is exposed to the cavity and can form a surface of the cavity, thereby being exposed to water when the light fixture is submerged. The exposed portion of the heat sink can include a three-dimensional shape such as a V-groove to enhance heat transfer characteristics.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is mouth guard including a structural component having an arch portion including pre-formed tooth-receiving indentations; and a conforming component supported by the structural component and being displaceable between the teeth of a wearer and the tooth-receiving indentations only when at or above a threshold temperature. Also disclosed is a computer-implemented method for recommending a mouth guard, and a computer-implemented method for determining bite dimensions for each of a plurality of mouth guards.

Abstract: Examples described herein include an improved light fixture, methods for installing an improved light fixture, and systems that incorporate an improved light fixture. The light fixture includes a housing that connects to a power source at one end and interfaces with a heat sink, lighting module, and associated lens at the other end. A lens retainer includes an aperture that allows water to flow into a cavity formed within the lens retainer when installed. A portion of the heat sink is exposed to the cavity and can form a surface of the cavity, thereby being exposed to water when the light fixture is submerged. The exposed portion of the heat sink can include a three-dimensional shape such as a V-groove to enhance heat transfer characteristics.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of formula (I) and pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates and prodrugs thereof: Formula (I) wherein n, R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, A1, A2, A3, A4 and A5 are as defined in the specification, processes for their preparation, pharmaceutical compositions containing them and their use in therapy, particularly for use in treating disorders associated with GPR55 activity.

Abstract: A chlorinator device for generating chlorine in a body of water includes a housing with an inlet and outlet end, a flowrate sensor mounted within the housing to measure water flowrate, and an electrolyte plate mounted within the housing to contact flowing water and convert salt into chlorine. The device can include an external controller for processing flowrate information, obtaining information from a cloud platform or other external sources, and controlling chlorine production. Methods for operating the chlorinator device, including adjusting chlorine production based on flowrate and external factors, are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of formula (I) and pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates and prodrugs thereof: wherein Het, X1, X2, L, R1, R2 and R3 are as defined in the specification, processes for their preparation, pharmaceutical compositions containing them and their use in therapy, particularly for use in treating disorders associated with CD38 activity.

Abstract: An improved light fixture includes a housing that connects to a power source at one end and interfaces with a heat sink, lighting module, and associated lens at the other end. A lens retainer includes an aperture that allows water to flow into a cavity formed within the lens retainer when installed. A portion of the heat sink is exposed to the cavity and can form a surface of the cavity. As a result, the exposed surface of the heat sink can come into direct contact with water that flows through the aperture of the lens retainer. The lens retainer can use multiple apertures in fluid communication with the cavity, providing a path for water to provide a cooling flow to the heat sink.

Abstract: Examples described herein include systems and methods for improved acid-dispensing for pools. An example method can include drawing electrical current at the device through a low-power data channel to charge a battery. The example method can also include receiving at the device, through the data channel, a digital signal instructing the device to dispense acid. The digital signal can include an indication of an amount of acid to be dispensed by the acid-dispensing device. The acid-dispensing device can authenticate the digital signal and discharge acid based on the signal. For example, discharging acid can be performed by powering a pump using energy stored in the battery of the device. In some examples, the acid-dispensing device can confirm water flow to the pool before discharging acid.

Abstract: Examples described herein include systems and methods for improved acid-dispensing for pools. An example method can include drawing electrical current at the device through a low-power data channel to charge a battery. The example method can also include receiving at the device, through the data channel, a digital signal instructing the device to dispense acid. The digital signal can include an indication of an amount of acid to be dispensed by the acid-dispensing device. The acid-dispensing device can authenticate the digital signal and discharge acid based on the signal. For example, discharging acid can be performed by powering a pump using energy stored in the battery of the device. In some examples, the acid-dispensing device can confirm water flow to the pool before discharging acid.

Abstract: Examples described herein include systems and methods for improved water level management in a body of water, such as a pool, spa, or pond. An example system includes a water sensor in a static pipe connected to a body of water, a processor receiving signals from the sensor, a memory, and a battery charged via a low-power data channel. When the sensor detects a low-water-level condition, the system opens a fill valve to add water to the body of water. An ultraviolet light can illuminate a portion of the pipe for purposes of preventing algae growth, and an orientation sensor provides a level of safety by deactivating the light for orientations outside a threshold range that could indicate installation or maintenance on the system. The system components can all be contained in a housing that can be mounted to an end of the static pipe.

Abstract: Systems and methods for smart valve control of pool and spa components and operations are provided. A smart valve system is provided which includes a multiplexed communications link between the smart valve system and a pool/spa control system which allows for a plurality of relays of the pool/spa control system to control a plurality of valves of the smart valve system using a single data communications cable connected between the smart valve system and the pool/spa control system. The smart valve system allows for calibration and control of a pumping system, such as a variable speed pumping system. The smart valve system optimizes operation and heat transfer of a solar heater in fluid communication with the smart valve system. The smart valve system allows for control and optimization of a pool cleaner in fluid communication with the smart valve system. The smart valve system allows for control and optimization of a gas heater in fluid communication with the smart valve system.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of formula (I) and pharmaceutically acceptable salts, N-oxides, solvates and prodrugs thereof Formula (I) wherein R2, R3, R4, X1, X2, X3 and X4 are as defined in the specification, processes for their preparation, pharmaceutical compositions containing them and their use in therapy, particularly for use in treating disorders associated with KCNK13 activity.

Abstract: Sensor data can be collected from a first set of sensors associated with a first seat within a vehicle during a first vehicle stage. The outputs of each sensor of the first set of sensors can then be aggregated to calculate a probability of life within the first seat during the first vehicle stage.