Abstract: A polymer comprising a repeating structure of formula (I) wherein Ar in each occurrence is an arylene or heteroarylene group; p is at least 2; one of Y1 and Y2 is CR1 wherein R1 is H or a substituent; and the other of Y1 and Y2 is N. The polymer may be formed by reaction of monomers containing reactive groups which react to form an imine. The polymer may be used as a thermally conductive polymer, e.g. a thermally conductive layer of an electronic device.

Abstract: Disclosed are example embodiments of systems, method, and devices for generating audio assets. The example method includes receiving an input including at least one of audio, text, video, Java Script Object Notation (JSON), Extensible Markup Language (XML), Really Simple Syndication (RSS). The example method includes receiving configuration inputs including at least one of configure language, gender, and persona. The example method includes preparing for processing based on the at least one of configure language, gender, and persona. The example method includes processing the input based on the configuration inputs, the processing including at least one of transcribing, translating, brand safety, enrichment, generating custom Speech Synthesis Markup Language (SSML), and including generating an audio clip. The example method includes delivering the audio clip.

Abstract: A method and an apparatus for preparing food. In one example the method comprises the steps of: providing a cooking pan; filing the cooking pan with a food item; wherein the food item is at least partially liquid; placing the pan in thermal connection to a heat source; thermally connecting a temperature sensor to the cooking pan at the temperature sensing location; heating the food in the pan via a heat source having a first thermal output until the food reaches the boiling point; electronically detecting the temperature via the temperature sensor as the food is heated; detecting the temperature as the food item boils, resulting in a phase change and corresponding drop in temperature; and reducing the thermal output of the heat source to a second thermal output.

Abstract: A technique provides for wireless control of a machine tool, e.g. a portable machine tool used on-site. According to an embodiment, a motor is connected with a tool post assembly via a gearbox. The motor is coupled with a machine controller, and the tool post assembly is mounted proximate an object to be machined. For example, the object may be machined via a cutting tool mounted to a cutter post of the tool post assembly. The machine controller operates to control movement of the cutter post along a desired axis during the cutting operation. The machine controller and thus the cutting operation, however, are controlled wirelessly according to control instructions provided via a control device, e.g. a handheld control device, which is placed in wireless communication with the machine controller.

Abstract: A technique facilitates performance of a machining operation on a component, e.g. a flange. An embodiment of the technique may employ an externally mounted flange facing machine having an external housing with a hollow interior therethrough. The externally mounted flange facing machine may further comprise a plurality of clamping feet mounted to the external housing and oriented for external engagement with the flange. A surface facing arm assembly may be movably mounted to the external housing for rotation in the hollow interior. Additionally, a tool carrier assembly may be movably mounted to the surface facing arm assembly. A feed assembly may be coupled with the tool carrier assembly to drive the tool carrier assembly linearly along the surface facing arm assembly as the surface facing arm assembly rotates in the hollow interior.

Abstract: A technique facilitates operation of a split lead nut system which may be used in combination with a lead screw. The split lead nut system may be constructed with a split lead nut having a plurality of lead nut sections, e.g. two lead nut sections. The lead nut sections may be selectively released, via a clasp mechanism, to enable separation of the lead nut sections. When the lead nut sections are separated, the split lead nut disengages from the lead screw such that the split lead nut and the corresponding lead screw may be rapidly shifted with respect to each other. This allows a tool coupled with the lead nut to be rapidly repositioned. Once at a desired position, the lead nut sections may be closed and reconnected with the corresponding lead screw to enable the desired, controlled movements of the tool via rotation of the lead screw.

Abstract: A technique facilitates performance of an operation on a cylindrical item, such as a tube or shaft. The technique utilizes a split frame device having separable sections to enable mounting of the split frame device about the cylindrical item while, for example, the cylindrical item remains in place in an overall system. The split frame device may comprise first and second non-rotating split frame steady assemblies supported by linear rails. A rotating tool carrier assembly is movably mounted on the linear rails between the first and second non-rotating split frame steady assemblies. The rotating tool carrier assembly may be positioned about the cylindrical item such that a rotatable component may be rotated about the cylindrical item. At least one power source may be used to impart axial movement to the rotating tool carrier assembly and/or rotational movement to the rotatable component for performance of a desired operation.

Abstract: A structure for use as a liquid impregnated surface (LIS) can include a surface configured to interact with a liquid to retain the liquid to the surface. The liquid can be a low viscosity hydrocarbon. In certain embodiments, the low viscosity hydrocarbon can be polyalphaolefin (PAO) or heptane, for example. Any other suitable low viscosity hydrocarbon is contemplated herein. In certain embodiments, the structure can further include the low viscosity hydrocarbon disposed on the surface.

Abstract: A pipe cutting apparatus having a hand guard is described. The hand guard comprises a body, the body including: a top surface having a curved shape; a bottom surface having a curved shape, wherein the top surface and the bottom surface form an extended end having a wedge shape; an engagement surface having a curved shape and extending from the bottom surface, and an attachment portion. The body also comprises a first recess having a curved shape, wherein the first recess is disposed between the attachment portion and the extended end. The hand guard can prevent an operator's hand from being caught in a pinch area between a pipe cutting tool and the housing.

Abstract: A bolt cutting apparatus including a cutter assembly and a carriage assembly attached to the cutter assembly. The carriage assembly includes a carriage housing, a tool post coupled to the carriage housing, a motor attached to the tool post, and a drive assembly configured to linearly move the tool post. The carriage assembly is configured to be secured to a structure, e.g. a flange. A cutter is attached to the motor and is disposed in the carriage housing. The motor is configured to rotate the cutter to cut a bolt on the structure, e.g. flange.

Abstract: A frozen material prevention system for preventing a freezable material in a fluid flow from freezing and accumulating frozen material in a flow path, including, a surface configured to interact with a freezable-material-miscible (FMM) liquid to retain the FMM liquid to the surface. The system can include the FMM liquid. The FMM liquid can be configured to absorb the freezable material to prevent freezing and accumulation of frozen material on the surface.

Abstract: A replaceable air filter element is provided with fixation pockets configured to record corers or edges of reusable exoskeleton support frame. The exoskeleton support frame, The reusable exoskeleton support frame is adapted to detachably engage the fixation pockets to support the filter medium. The exoskeleton support frame of the filter element is configured to be reused such that only the filter medium is replaced, thereby reducing the environmental waste and making for a “green” eco-friendly air filter element.

Abstract: An adjustable wallet is provided. The wallet has a first plate and a second plate spaced from and overlying the first plate. A cord couples the distal ends of the plate together a predetermined, adjustable distance apart. A first strap selectively couples the proximal ends of the plates together to secure the wallet in a closed position. A second strap having an adjustable body length secures the personal items of a user to the second plate.

Abstract: A wallet including a plate and a strap attached to the plate is provided. The strap has a first end, a central portion, and a second end. The plate is shaped as a frame defining an opening and defining an anchoring slot, and a lacing region defining a plurality of lacing slots is suspended within the opening by one or more connectors. The first end of the strap is anchored to the plate through the anchoring slot, the central portion of the strap extends around plate, and the second end of the strap is laced through the lacing slots to secure the strap to the plate, which defines an interior compartment between the strap and the plate. Contents of the wallet are positioned between the central portion of the strap and the plate and are held in place by tightening the second end of the strap.

Abstract: A replaceable air filter element is provided with fixation pockets configured to record corers or edges of reusable exoskeleton support frame. The exoskeleton support frame, The reusable exoskeleton support frame is adapted to detachably engage the fixation pockets to support the filter medium. The exoskeleton support frame of the filter element is configured to be reused such that only the filter medium is replaced, thereby reducing the environmental waste and making for a “green” eco-friendly air filter element.

Abstract: An adjustable wallet is provided. The wallet has a first plate and a second plate spaced from and overlying the first plate. A cord couples the distal ends of the plate together a predetermined, adjustable distance apart. A first strap selectively couples the proximal ends of the plates together to secure the wallet in a closed position. A second strap having an adjustable body length secures the personal items of a user to the second plate.

Abstract: A wallet including a plate and a strap attached to the plate is provided. The strap has a first end, a central portion, and a second end. The plate is shaped as a frame defining an opening and defining an anchoring slot, and a lacing region defining a plurality of lacing slots is suspended within the opening by one or more connectors. The first end of the strap is anchored to the plate through the anchoring slot, the central portion of the strap extends around plate, and the second end of the strap is laced through the lacing slots to secure the strap to the plate, which defines an interior compartment between the strap and the plate. Contents of the wallet are positioned between the central portion of the strap and the plate and are held in place by tightening the second end of the strap.