Abstract: A snapshot lookup table (SLT) and snapshot pointer structure(s) (SPSs) may be provided for a logical data unit (LSU), each SPS entry corresponding to an LSU data portion and a physical storage location at which data is stored for the data portion for a particular snapshot. A current lookup table (CLT) for a current time may be provided for an LSU, including an entry for each LSU data that points to a respective entry of an SPS. Each time a first write following the creation of a snapshot is made to an LSU data portion, the corresponding CLT entry may be updated to point to the SPS entry that was updated to point to an LSU track table entry. To create a snapshot, a snapshot lookup table (SLT) is created for each snapshot, and the contents of the CLT are copied to the newly created SLT.

Abstract: In a monitoring system using optical fibers, an area to be monitored is divided into zones where each zone has fibers which create a change in a signal transmitted by the fiber in response to an event to be monitored. The fibers all communicate to a common monitoring system having a channel for each zone. The fiber of a second one of the zones communicates to the respective channel of the common monitoring system through a fiber passing through a first one of the zones so that the fiber and thus the second channel is also responsive to an event in the first zone zones. The invention provides a method of distinguishing between the separate zones where events have occurred by a Boolean analysis of the signals in the different channels.

Abstract: Apparatus and techniques for laser-processing workpieces can be improved, and new functionalities can be provided. Some embodiments discussed relate to use of beam characterization tools to facilitate adaptive processing, process control and other desirable features. Other embodiments relate to laser power sensors incorporating integrating spheres. Still other embodiments relate to workpiece handling systems capable of simultaneously providing different workpieces to a common laser-processing apparatus. A great number of other embodiments and arrangements are also detailed.

Abstract: An attachment mechanism for mounting an electronic device to a surface including a mounting plate configured to attach to the surface, the mounting plate having at least one projection, and a base configured to releasably couple to the mounting plate. The base may include a first biasing member, and a first arm pivotably coupled to the base and biased toward a first direction by the first biasing member, the first arm configured to interlock with the at least one projection when the base is coupled to the mounting plate. The base may further include a release mechanism coupled to the first arm such that actuation of the release mechanism when the base is coupled to the mounting plate in a secured engagement causes movement of the first arm in a second direction to disengage the first arm from the at least one projection to enable detachment of the base from the mounting plate.

Abstract: Described are compositions and methods for controlled strength development in a hydratable cementitious material, and more particularly to the use of polymerizable monomer components, which are initiated and activated by a redox pair which are mixed in controlled fashion, for enhancing non-hydration strength within the matrix of the plastic hydratable cementitious material before setting of the cementitious material begins. Exemplary applications include minimizing pressures on formwork for high fluid ready-mix applications, enhancing support and bonding properties for integrated concrete slab work and other sequential applications, or facilitating speedy 3D printing applications, among other unique possibilities.

Abstract: Provided are compositions, methods and systems for determining the sequence of a template nucleic acid using a polymerase-based, sequencing-by-binding procedure. An examination step involves monitoring the interaction between a polymerase and template nucleic acid in the presence of one or more nucleotides. Identity of the next correct nucleotide in the sequence is determined without incorporation of any nucleotide into the structure of the primer by formation of a phosphodiester bond. An optional incorporation step can be used after the examination step to extend the primer by one or more nucleotides, thereby incrementing the template nucleotides that can be examined in a subsequent examination step. The sequencing-by-binding procedure does not require the use of labeled nucleotides or polymerases, but optionally can employ these reagents.

Abstract: A syringe assembly including: (1) a syringe barrel defining a chamber; (2) a plunger mounted in the chamber and moveable with respect to the barrel; and (3) a cap holder assembly containing a cap and an absorbent material removably attached to the syringe.

Abstract: A steering column assembly includes a housing, a shaft, a sensor, a motor, an elongate rod, a nut member, an actuator housing, and end stops. The shaft may be attached to an end of a steering wheel. The sensor may generate an electrical signal in response to rotation of the rotatably mounted shaft. The motor may apply a torque to the rotatably mounted shaft. The elongate rod may be configured to rotate with the rotatably mounted shaft and may include an externally screw-threaded portion having a nut member mounted thereon. The actuator housing may define a chamber to house the motor and a cavity which restricts rotation of the nut member with respect to the housing. The rotation of the elongate rod causes axial displacement of the nut member. The end stops may engage with the nut member.

Abstract: A medical imaging device includes an x-ray source disposed at a first end of an arm, and an x-ray detector disposed at a second end of the arm opposite of the x-ray source. At least one of the x-ray source, the x-ray detector, and a portion of the arm are selectively adjustable with respect to the arm.

Abstract: A soot sensor system and a method of sensing soot in a vehicle soot sensor system. The soot sensor system and method includes providing a soot sensor having at least one trace of conductive material in a continuous loop on a surface of a substrate, applying an alternating current (AC) input voltage to the at least one trace of conductive material to establish an AC sense current through the at least one trace of conductive material, and generating, using a peak detector, a peak detector output voltage representative of a peak value of the AC sense current and of an amount of soot accumulated on the soot sensor.

Abstract: The control-monitor, used in combination with a percussive ventilation breathing head and internal reciprocating injector shuttle, includes in a casing a generator, sensory pulse amplitude, frequency and MAP modules and a gas amplitude and pulsatile frequency control knobs. First and second AMP control indicia include a bent conical AMP indicia (a wide span indicating greater amplitude, a narrow span indicating lesser amplitude) and a single waveform with an adjacent double-headed arrow vertical line. First and second F control indicia include a bent conical F indicia (a wide span indicating greater F and a narrow span indicating lesser F) and multiple waveforms with an adjacent double-headed arrow horizontal line.

Abstract: A heating apparatus for a fluid flow system having a fluid conduit includes at least one heater element and a support member within the conduit. The at least one heater element includes a resistance wire, a sheath, and an electrically insulating material. The sheath has a closed profile shape that extends along a tortuous path through the container body and surrounds the resistance wire along the tortuous path. The insulating material is disposed about the wire between the wire and the sheath. The support member restricts movement of the at least one heater element relative to the fluid conduit. The support member defines a corrugated geometry that follows the tortuous path while contacting the sheath along a majority of a length of the sheath. The support member increases heat transfer from the at least one heater element to a fluid flowing through the fluid conduit.

Abstract: There is provided a cartridge sealing apparatus (1) comprising a sealing head (10) having a sealing surface (12), the sealing head being adapted in use to hold a sealing member (70) against a surface of a cartridge (100) by application of pressure to the sealing member at the sealing surface across a portion of the sealing member, a bonding layer being present between the sealing member and the cartridge thereby causing the sealing member (70) to seal the cartridge when held against the surface of the cartridge; and a cutting edge (20) arranged around the sealing head (10). The cutting edge is configured to move when the sealing member is held against the surface of the cartridge by the sealing head, from an unextended position, in which the cutting edge is located adjacent the sealing head, to an extended position, in which the cutting edge is adapted to cut the sealing member.

Abstract: A method for broadcasting a basic safety message (BSM) packet from a host vehicle includes storing at least one path history entry of the host vehicle. The method includes determining whether a global navigation satellite system (GNSS) position fix is available. The method includes performing a corrective action on the at least one path history entry in response to the GNSS position fix not being available. The method includes, in response to the GNSS position fix being available, calculating a path history entry to be stored among the at least one path history entry based on the GNSS position fix. The method includes generating and broadcasting the BSM packet based on the at least one path history entry.

Abstract: The present invention relates to macrocyclic indole derivatives of general formula (I): in which R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, A and L are as defined herein, methods of preparing said compounds, intermediate compounds useful for preparing said compounds, pharmaceutical compositions and combinations comprising said compounds, and the use of said compounds for manufacturing pharmaceutical compositions for the treatment or prophylaxis of diseases, in particular of hyperproliferative disorders, as a sole agent or in combination with other active ingredients.

Abstract: The disclosure provides methods and systems for producing single cell RNA sequencing data. Single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) identified in such data can be used to distinguish subpopulations of cells within a mixed population.

Abstract: A system includes an audio transducer. The audio output of the transducer may be directed at an operator. The directionality of the audio output may ensure privacy in audio delivery. Further, the directionality of the audio output may reduce the potential for other nearby individuals to be disturbed by the audio output. A directed audio system may control the content of the audio output. The content of the audio output may be configured for applications in individual operator workspaces, multiple-operator common spaces, shared-use spaces or a combination thereof. The directed audio system may customize the audio output in accord with a stored audio profile for the operator.

Abstract: Disclosed are substituted quinazolinone compounds, pharmaceutical compositions comprising such compounds, and methods of using such compounds and compositions to treat diseases, disorders, or conditions such as those relating to unregulated protein function and/or levels.

Abstract: Automatically identifying context-specific repeated transformations (such as repeated edit tasks) that are based on observation of the developer drafting or modifying code. As the developer modifies the code, the code passes through a series of states, one after the other. The computing system observes the series of states of the code. It is based on this observation that the computing system identifies repeated transformations of the code for potentially offering to continue performing the repeated transformations for the user. This alleviates the developer from having to manually perform the remainder of the repeated transformations.

Abstract: A syringe assembly including: (1) a syringe barrel defining a chamber; (2) a plunger mounted in the chamber and moveable with respect to the barrel; and (3) a cap holder assembly containing a cap and an absorbent material removably attached to the syringe.