Abstract: The technology disclosed herein provides a method including receiving a plurality of video frames, monitoring inter-frame compression ratio (IPCR) in the plurality of video frames, and in response to determining that the IPCR of a frame is below a threshold, increasing the resolution level of recording of the plurality of video frames.

Abstract: Provided herein are star-shaped polymers and methods of use thereof. Also provided are oral compositions comprising a star-shaped polymer and an orally acceptable carrier and methods of using same. The star-shaped polymers, as provided herein, have a structure according to Formula (I).

Abstract: The present disclosure generally relates to predicting an occurrence of a recurring health-related event. Data corresponding to past occurrences of the recurring health-related event are received. Indications corresponding to predicted dates for future occurrences of the recurring health-related event are displayed with a corresponding visual appearance.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods for improving cardiovascular function in a human patient (e.g., reducing hypertension), as well as methods of treating a cardiovascular disease, by administering a recombinant human soluble ectonucleotide pyrophosphatase phosphodiesterase (hsNPP1), active fragment or fusion protein thereof.

Abstract: Antibiotic agents conjugated to a guanidinium-rich molecular transporter (GR-MoTr) are provided. The drug conjugates show surprising increases in efficacy compared to the unconjugated drug in difficult-to-treat bacterial infections including biofilms, stationary and persister cells, and multi-drug resistant bacteria, as well as intracellular bacteria.

Abstract: New 2xxx aluminum alloys having are disclosed. The new 2xxx aluminum alloys generally include 2.5-3.9 wt. % Cu, 0.82-1.20 wt. % Li, 0.5-2.0 wt. % Zn, 0.10-0.60 wt. % Mn, 0.05-0.35 wt. % Mg, from 0.05 to 0.50 wt. % of at least one grain structure control element, wherein the at least one grain structure control element is selected from the group consisting of Zr, Sc, Cr, V, Hf, other rare earth elements, and combinations thereof, up to 0.22 wt. % Ag, up to 0.15 wt. % Fe, up to 0.12 wt. % Si, and up to 0.15 wt. % Ti, the balance being aluminum, incidental elements and impurities. The new 2xxx aluminum alloys may realize an improved combination of two or more of strength, fracture toughness, elongation, and corrosion resistance.

Abstract: According to various embodiments, a composition includes a fragrance component present in an amount of from about 0.04 wt % to about 30 wt %, relative to the total weight of the composition. The fragrance component includes at least one low volatile fragrance material present in an amount greater than 30 wt %, relative to the total weight of the fragrance component. This can be defined as a bottom-heavy fragrance. The fragrance component further includes at least one moderate volatile fragrance material present in an amount of from about 30 wt % to about 70 wt %, relative to the total weight of the fragrance component. The fragrance component further includes at least one high volatile fragrance material present in an amount of from about 0.1 wt % to about 30 wt % relative to the total weight of the fragrance component.

Abstract: Devices and methods are disclosed herein for accessing the hip joint. A first device can be securely attached to the capsule of a joint. The first device can tent the capsule to increase the volume of the peripheral compartment. A second device can be biased against the first device to pierce the tented capsule and create a portal. Devices and methods are also disclosed herein for distending the capsule of a joint. A distention device may access a portal established within the capsule. The distention device can expand the capsule by applying an expansive force within the peripheral compartment. The distention device can maintain distention of the peripheral compartment while other devices access the joint.

Abstract: Described are crossbeam assemblies for installing a furnishing to a passenger compartment. The crossbeam assemblies can include a first structural member configured to span two floor-mounted channels in a passenger compartment, and at least two attachment elements that are slidingly connected with the first structural member. The attachment elements are repositionable along the first structural member to mate with the floor-mounted channels, and lockable to retain the first structural member with respect to the two floor-mounted channels when the first structural member is attached.

Abstract: A method and medical pump to perform a flushing procedure are provided. The medical pump is configured to execute the flushing procedure subsequent to an infusion procedure, the flushing procedure and infusion procedure lacking a specified relationship between each other until after performance of the infusion procedure. The method comprises performing an infusion procedure of a medicament with the medical pump and automatically querying in human detectable form whether to execute a flushing procedure in response to conclusion of the infusion procedure.

Abstract: A personal cleansing composition includes a surfactant system that includes from 1.75% to 2.75% of a fatty acyl isethionate surfactant by weight of the composition; from 1.75% to 3.0% of a fatty acyl sarcosinate surfactant by weight of the composition; and from 7.75% to 9.75% of a zwitterionic surfactant by weight of composition. The zwitterionic surfactant includes a betaine. The cleansing composition has a pH from 5.5 to 7 the composition is substantially free of from alkyl sulfate and alkyl ether sulfate type of surfactants.

Abstract: A scarf includes a neck portion adjustable in size via a size-adjusting element and two end sections. The neck portion is positioned and extends between the two end sections and is connected thereto. Each end section has an attachment element concealed within, and further includes a portion of a pre-tied scarf design, each of the attachment elements configured to connect together to form the pre-tied scarf, with the appearance of a self-tied scarf, about a neck of a wearer. The attachment elements connect in the front of the scarf as worn by the user, and the neck portion is adjustable in size prior to and independent of the attachment elements.

Abstract: Disclosed are materials and methods for assisting decision making with regard to gilt (young female pigs) management on pig farms. The methods include means for determining which gilts will develop traits of reproductive success, including predicting early or late estrus, and which should be sold prior to becoming overweight for the full value market.

Abstract: Systems and methods are described herein for utilizing a photoacoustic sensor for estimating analyte concentration levels. Also described here are training methods for training an analyte sensor to more accurately estimate an analyte concentration level on the basis of a received acoustic signal.

Abstract: The present invention relates to antisense oligonucleotides that are capable of modulating expression of Apolipoprotein E4 (ApoE4) in a target cell. The oligonucleotides can hybridize to APOE ?4 mRNA. The present invention further relates to conjugates of the oligonucleotide and pharmaceutical compositions and methods for treatment of, for example, Alzheimer's disease (AD), fronto-temporal dementia (FTD), Pick's disease (PiD), progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease (PD), dementia with Lewy Bodies, dementia in Down's Syndrome, and Niemann-Pick Type C1 Disease.

Abstract: A method and medical pump to perform a flushing procedure are provided. The medical pump is configured to execute the flushing procedure subsequent to an infusion procedure, the flushing procedure and infusion procedure lacking a specified relationship between each other until after performance of the infusion procedure. The method comprises performing an infusion procedure of a medicament with the medical pump and automatically querying in human detectable form whether to execute a flushing procedure in response to conclusion of the infusion procedure.

Abstract: An inspection vehicle for an attraction system of an amusement park includes one or more bogies configured to engage with a path of the attraction system, a sensor configured to capture imagery of the path, and a controller communicatively coupled to the sensor. The controller is configured to receive data indicative of a detected marker, determine a path section at which the inspection vehicle is located based on the detected marker, determine target imagery associated with the path section, receive captured imagery from the sensor, and output a control signal in response to determining a difference between captured imagery received from the sensor and the target imagery is equal to or greater than a threshold value.

Abstract: New 6xxx aluminum alloy sheet products are disclosed. The new 6xxx aluminum alloy sheet products may contain, for instance, from 0.95 to 1.25 wt. % Si, from 0.65 to 0.95 wt. % Mg, wherein (wt. % Mg)/(wt. % Si) is not greater than 0.99:1, from 0.50 to 0.75 wt. % Cu, from 0.02 to 0.40 wt. % Mn, and from 0.03 to 0.26 wt. % Cr, wherein (wt. % Mn)+(wt. % Cr) is at least 0.22 wt. %. The new 6xxx aluminum alloy sheet products may have a thickness of from 0.5 to 4.0 mm and may realize an improved combination of properties, such as an improved combination of two or more of strength, ductility (elongation), castability, fracture behavior and corrosion resistance.

Abstract: A property tour management system automatically manages creation, real-time facilitation, and analytics associated with property tours. The system includes various portals to provide access to information and performance of functions useful to agents, buyers, and real-estate organizations relating to a property tour experience. The system enables all parties involved to gain a more efficient, more informational, and more enjoyable property tour experience.

Abstract: An attraction system includes a projector configured to project imagery and a rotating assembly including a mirror, wherein the rotating assembly is positioned with respect to the projector such that the imagery projected by the projector deflects off the mirror and onto a projection surface, and the rotating assembly is configured to rotate the mirror to adjust a positioning of the imagery deflected onto the projection surface via the mirror.