Abstract: Embodiments disclosed herein improve data privacy and security by combining synthetic data and statutory pseudonymization to create protected data that is more effectively disconnected from the original source data. By bringing synthetic data and statutory pseudonymization techniques together, a flexible level of protection may be applied to data that strikes an appropriate balance between the ease of use of cleartext data and the aggressive protection of statutory pseudonymization. Further embodiments disclosed herein improve data privacy and security by providing a novel statistical framework that jointly quantifies different types of privacy risks in synthetic datasets and that includes attack-based evaluations for the singling out, linkability, and inference risks. According to other embodiments, the modular nature of the framework facilitates the future integration of new and potentially stronger attacks for evaluating privacy risks.

Abstract: Disclosed below are representative embodiments of methods, apparatus, and systems for managing and classifying assets in an information technology (“IT”) environment using a tag-based approach. The disclosed tag-based classification techniques can be implemented through a graphical user interface. Embodiments of the disclosed tag-based classification techniques can be used to allow a user to easily and quickly select and perform actions on groups of one or more assets (e.g., monitor policies, perform upgrades, etc.). For example, the tag-based classification techniques can automatically classify assets into “tag sets” (or “tagged sets”) based on node properties or user-selected criteria or conditions (e.g., criteria or conditions that are established in a user-created tagging profile or rule). The tagged assets can then be further filtered to identify even deeper relationships between the assets.

Abstract: A safety helmet (100) for an industrial worker is provided. The safety helmet (100) comprises an inner layer (102) and an outer layer (104) spaced from the inner layer (102) and defining a cavity (106) therebetween. The safety helmet (100) also comprises an array of light-emitting elements (108) arranged in the cavity (106) and distributed over the inner layer (102). The outer layer (104) includes a diffusing element for diffusing light emitted from the array of light-emitting elements 108 through the outer layer (104). One of the inner (102) and outer (104) layers forms a protective shell for protecting a user's head while wearing the helmet (100).

Abstract: Disclosed below are representative embodiments of methods, apparatus, and systems for managing and classifying assets in an information technology (“IT”) environment using a tag-based approach. The disclosed tag-based classification techniques can be implemented through a graphical user interface. Embodiments of the disclosed tag-based classification techniques can be used to allow a user to easily and quickly select, and perform actions on groups of one or more assets (e.g., monitor policies, perform upgrades, etc.). For example, the tag-based classification techniques can automatically classify assets into “tag sets” (or “tagged sets”) based on node properties or user-selected criteria or conditions (e.g., criteria or conditions that are established in a user-created tagging profile or rule). The tagged assets can then be further filtered to identify even deeper relationships between the assets.

Abstract: Various systems, computer-readable media, and computer-implemented methods of providing improved data privacy, anonymity and security by enabling subjects to which data pertains to remain “dynamically anonymous,” i.e., anonymous for as long as is desired—and to the extent that is desired—are disclosed herein. Embodiments include systems that create, access, use, store and/or erase data with increased privacy, anonymity, and security—thereby facilitating the availability of more qualified and accurate information. When personal data is authorized by data subjects to be shared with third parties, embodiments described herein may facilitate the sharing of information in a dynamically-controlled manner that also enables the delivery of temporally-, geographically-, and/or purpose-limited information to the receiving party. In one example, the disclosed techniques may be used to functionally separate geospatial information, such that it remains “dynamically anonymous,” i.e.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods of preferentially sorbing, from a target mixture, one or more target substance(s) over one or more non-target substance(s). In particular, porous organic cages (POCs) may be deployed in the quantum sieving of mixtures of hydrogen isotopes to selectively sorb heavy hydrogen isotopes (e.g. diatomic deuterium) over lighter isotopes (diatomic protium).

Abstract: A vehicle headrest assembly includes a latch mechanism moveable between an engaged position and a release position. The vehicle headrest assembly also includes a shape memory alloy (SMA) release assembly operatively coupled to the latch mechanism to selectively move the latch mechanism from the engaged position to the release position. The SMA release assembly includes an actuator base including a pair of tracks defining a slot, the actuator base including a plurality of retaining tabs. The SMA release assembly also includes a printed circuit board (PCB) retained directly to the actuator base and disposed adjacent the plurality of retaining tabs. The SMA release assembly further includes a slide disposed within the slot and retained to the actuator base with the pair of tracks. The slide is moveable to contact and bias the latch mechanism to the release position upon energization and contraction of a SMA wire.

Abstract: A device 200 is disclosed for holding a beverage container 216 having any size within a range of sizes. The holder 200 has a side wall 202 defining an opening 208 through which the beverage container is insertable and a base 204. A collar 210 is positioned within the opening 208, and the side wall 202 and the base 204 together define a cavity 214 for receiving the beverage container 216. The collar 210 is pliable and is arranged to deform to contact and grip the beverage container 216. The opening 208 has a first width and the collar 210 has an aperture 212 formed therein, the aperture 212 having a second width, the first and second widths being selected to adapt the device to the desired range of sizes.

Abstract: A headrest assembly for use in a vehicle includes a housing having a front portion and a rear portion, the front portion slidably connected to the rear portion. The headrest assembly also includes an armature operatively coupling the rear portion to a seatback of an automobile seat. The headrest assembly further includes an adjustment mechanism permitting movement of the front portion with respect to the rear portion from a vertically non-adjusted position, wherein the front portion is generally vertically aligned with the rear portion, to a vertically adjusted position, wherein the front portion is moved vertically from the vertically non-adjusted position.

Abstract: Systems, program storage devices, and methods for improving data privacy/trust/anonymity/pseudonymity and data value, wherein data related to a Data Subject can be used and stored, while minimizing re-identification risk by unauthorized parties and enabling data related to the Data Subject to be disclosed to an authorized party by granting access only to the data relevant to that authorized party's purpose, time, place, and/or other criterion via the obfuscation of specific data values. The techniques described herein maintain this level of privacy/trust/anonymity/pseudonymity, while empowering Data Subjects, e.g., consumers or customers of such authorized parties, by enabling protection of data at the desired level of engagement with various business entities. The techniques described herein also allow Data Controllers to perform General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Schrems II-compliant (and surveillance-proof) data processing, via the functional separation of heterogeneous data (e.g.

Abstract: An example solar structure is disclosed for providing shade to a roof of a building having a building support structure. The solar structure may comprise: a plurality of vertical supports; a plurality of connecting beams; and a plurality of solar panels, wherein the plurality of vertical supports couple the load of the solar structure directly to the building support structure. Example methods are disclosed for keeping rooftop equipment cooler and operating more efficiently and longer, for specifying smaller AC units, for extending the life of a roof, for reducing the heat entering a building from sunshine, for reducing the heat re-radiated from solar panels onto a roof, and for specifying smaller structural roof support beams. An example solar structure comprises a movable portion configured to move from a first position to a second position to allow rooftop equipment to be lifted off the roof through the solar structure.

Abstract: A headrest assembly for use in an automobile that is pivotal in the fore-aft direction. The headrest assembly includes a housing formed of a front shell and a rear shell. An armature operatively couples the housing to a seatback of an automobile seat. A ratchet mechanism couples the housing to the armature and effectuates the pivotal movement. The ratchet mechanism includes a fixed ratchet member statically connected to the armature and that defines a plurality of fixed ratchet teeth. The ratchet mechanism also includes a moveable ratchet member pivotally connected to the housing and that defines a plurality of moveable ratchet teeth. The moveable ratchet member is biased in an engaged position wherein the fixed ratchet teeth and the moveable ratchet teeth are interlocked and hold the housing a varying pivot angles in the fore-aft direction with respect to the seatback.

Abstract: A multi-direction power actuated head restraint assembly includes a head restraint mountable to a vehicle seat. The head restraint assembly also includes a fore-aft power actuation mechanism including a fore-aft electric motor to adjust a fore-aft position of the head restraint, the fore-aft electric motor programmed to adjust the fore-aft position at a first fore-aft speed during manual adjustment of the head restraint and at a second fore-aft speed upon detection of an imminent impact by an impact detection system, the second fore-aft speed greater than the first fore-aft speed.

Abstract: An example solar structure is disclosed for providing shade to a roof of a building having a building support structure. The solar structure may comprise: a plurality of vertical supports; a plurality of connecting beams; and a plurality of solar panels, wherein the plurality of vertical supports couple the load of the solar structure directly to the building support structure. Example methods are disclosed for keeping rooftop equipment cooler and operating more efficiently and longer, for specifying smaller AC units, for extending the life of a roof, for reducing the heat entering a building from sunshine, for reducing the heat re-radiated from solar panels onto a roof, and for specifying smaller structural roof support beams. An example solar structure comprises a movable portion configured to move from a first position to a second position to allow rooftop equipment to be lifted off the roof through the solar structure.

Abstract: A power actuated tilting head restraint assembly includes a head restraint mountable to a vehicle seat. The assembly also includes a power actuation assembly including an electric motor to adjust a rotational position of the head restraint, the electric motor programmed to adjust the rotational position at a first speed during manual adjustment of the head restraint and at a second speed upon detection of an imminent impact by an impact detection system, the second speed greater than the first speed.

Abstract: A headrest assembly moveable in a cross-car direction along an upper portion of a seatback. The headrest assembly includes a seatback track member and a headrest track member that are operably connected for relative sliding movement therebetween. Movement of the headrest assembly in the cross-car direction can be automated via a motor and a controller. Certain safety features may be implemented such as a maximum range of motion of the headrest assembly in accordance with specific software implemented instructions. Stored profiles are accessible such that each headrest assembly associated with a passenger's seat can be moved into preferred locations for minimum visual obstruction when not in use. In addition, movement of the headrest assembly in the cross-car direction can also be effectuated manually.

Abstract: A headrest assembly for use in a motor vehicle is provided. The headrest assembly includes a housing. The headrest assembly also includes an adjustment component operatively coupling the housing to a seatback of a vehicle seat. The headrest assembly further includes an actuator including a motor operatively coupled to the adjustment component, the motor effectuating movement of the housing between a deployed position and a stowed position. The headrest assembly yet further includes a sensor for detecting the presence of an occupant on the vehicle seat, wherein the detection of an occupant on the vehicle seat causes the actuator to move the housing from the stowed position to the deployed position.

Abstract: A multi-direction power actuated head restraint assembly includes a head restraint mountable to a vehicle seat. The head restraint assembly also includes a fore-aft power actuation mechanism including a fore-aft electric motor to adjust a fore-aft position of the head restraint, the fore-aft electric motor programmed to adjust the fore-aft position at a first fore-aft speed during manual adjustment of the head restraint and at a second fore-aft speed upon detection of an imminent impact by an impact detection system, the second fore-aft speed greater than the first fore-aft speed.