Abstract: An insulation work tool is disclosed that is marked for measurement and comparison with charts thereon for different ratios and grades of pipes, clamps, and insulation as used in the insulation industry, and includes other devices for determination of the proper relationships of dimensions of the insulation, pipes, clamps, and sheet metal, as well as other functions.

Abstract: The invention relates to a system for generating unpredictable pseudorandom numbers in a chaotic manner, comprising discrete chaotic map processing means and an XOR gate for generating unpredictable pseudorandom numbers. The method is based on introducing a high degree of entropy in the system by cyclically shifting chaotic maps to the right.

Abstract: The invention relates to antibodies against S100A4, methods for the preparation of these antibodies, pharmaceutical compositions comprising these antibodies, and therapeutic and diagnostic uses thereof.

Abstract: An insulation work tool is disclosed that is marked for measurement and comparison with charts thereon for different ratios and grades of pipes, clamps, and insulation as used in the insulation industry, and includes other devices for determination of the proper relationships of dimensions of the insulation, pipes, clamps, and sheet metal, as well as other functions.

Abstract: One example embodiment includes a system for securing a zipper. The system includes a zipper and a fastener, where the fastener is configured to secure the position of the zipper.

Abstract: This disclosure is generally drawn to methods, systems, appliances and/or apparati related to obtaining magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) images. More specifically, the disclosure relates to obtaining MRI images using arterial spin labeling (ASL) and blood-oxygen-level dependence functional magnetic resonance imaging (BOLD-fMRI) techniques. In some examples, a method of obtaining magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) image(s) is provided. An example method may include providing arterial spin labeling (ASL) labeling, obtaining at least one ASL acquisition after ASL labeling, and obtaining at least one blood-oxygen-level dependence functional magnetic resonance imaging (BOLD-fMRI) acquisition after ASL labeling.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to dynamic element matching in delay line circuits to reduce linearity degradation and delay line mismatching.

Abstract: Disclosed are techniques for reducing noise and providing conversion signals in electronic components, including pulse width modulation (PWM) oversampling converters, by performing signal conversion having finite impulse response (FIR) feedback. Implementations may reduce the sensitivity of the conversion process to jitter in the sampling clock, thereby reducing noise and providing conversion signals.

Abstract: The present disclosure generally relates to various composite slurries for use in seamless surface coverings and various methods for making the same. In particular, the present disclosure teaches various composite slurry compositions comprising, for example, a clear hardening material, a plurality of particles, a stabilizing filler, and an aggregate. Additionally, the present disclosure teaches various methods of forming composite slurry compositions for use in seamless surface coverings.

Abstract: Techniques for reducing quantization error in electronic components are described herein.

Abstract: Techniques for reducing sampling error in electronic components are described herein.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to dynamic element matching in delay line circuits to reduce linearity degradation and delay line mismatching.

Abstract: Implementations and embodiments of decoders, encoder/decoder systems and converters are depicted and described.

Abstract: A device includes a carrier having a form factor of a smart card and a mechanism for reversibly retaining a card within an aperture of the carrier. The card is configured according to a standard, such as an ID-000 format, with an electronic circuitry. The mechanism can be by means of cuts, adhesive label, breakable extensions, solidifying adhesive material, connectors, etc.

Abstract: A ternary card assembly is provided that includes a detachable smart card, a detachable information tab, and a disposable carrier card, which are connected by breakaway links. The smart card and the information tab may be connected to one another directly or indirectly through an intermediate element. The information tab may include one or more panels that are elastically displaceable from the plane of the information tab to render the information tab useful in different ways. A payload set is also provided, which includes a smart card and an information tab, which is detachably connected to only a part of the smart card's perimeter. Also provided are methods of preparing a smart card for use and for customizing a smart card.

Abstract: Disclosed are techniques for reducing noise and providing conversion signals in electronic components, including pulse width modulation (PWM) oversampling converters, by performing signal conversion having finite impulse response (FIR) feedback. Implementations may reduce the sensitivity of the conversion process to jitter in the sampling clock, thereby reducing noise and providing conversion signals.

Abstract: Techniques for reducing quantization error in electronic components are described herein.

Abstract: Techniques for converting signals using finite impulse response (FIR) feedback are described herein.

Abstract: A multiple output time-to-digital converter (TDC) and an Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) incorporating the multiple output TDC is disclosed.

Abstract: A multiple output time-to-digital converter (TDC) and an Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) incorporating the multiple output TDC is dislosed.