Abstract: Audio signals are obtained and filtered. First and second audio processing tools are selected, and priorities associated with the first and second audio processing tools are assigned. In response to a higher priority associated with the first audio processing tool, the audio signal is encoded using the first audio processing tool. A multi-channel audio format for decoding the encoded may be selected and the encoded audio signal is decoded to the selected multi-channel audio format. Further, metadata associated with audio objects may be obtained. A gain level for each audio object may be determined based on the metadata and the gain level may be adjusted using the second audio processing tool. Another multi-channel audio format may be selected, and the gain level adjusted audio signal may be encoded based on the other selected multi-channel audio format. The gain level adjusted audio signal is output to be rendered via playback devices.

Abstract: Systems and methods of a monitoring node to assist an air navigation service provider (ANSP) in the design of an airspace. The monitoring node collects flight data and performs flight simulations for a large geographic region that is outside of the airspace. The monitoring node receives flight data collected by the ANSP for the airspace. The monitoring node supplements their flight data with the data received from the ANSP and performs flight simulations and generates flight plans for the airspace. The flight simulations and flight plans are transmitted to the ANSP which are then used by the ANSP to design the airspace.

Abstract: Audio signals are obtained and filtered. First and second audio processing tools are selected, and priorities associated with the first and second audio processing tools are assigned. In response to a higher priority associated with the first audio processing tool, the audio signal is encoded using the first audio processing tool. A multi-channel audio format for decoding the encoded may be selected and the encoded audio signal is decoded to the selected multi-channel audio format. Further, metadata associated with audio objects may be obtained. A gain level for each audio object may be determined based on the metadata and the gain level may be adjusted using the second audio processing tool. Another multi-channel audio format may be selected, and the gain level adjusted audio signal may be encoded based on the other selected multi-channel audio format. The gain level adjusted audio signal is output to be rendered via playback devices.

Abstract: A shelter system is disclosed. Said shelter system comprises a shelter, a one or more ground anchors and a life support system. Said shelter comprises a plurality of hooks, a one or more sockets, a frame, said life support system, a plurality of walls, a roof and a floor. Said shelter weighs less than 8000 pounds. Said frame is a metal frame. Said life support system comprises a plumbing system, an electrical system, an air filter system and a HVAC system. Said shelter system comprises a suspension system. Said suspension system comprises a ring, an upper tether cables and a lower tether cables. Said frame comprises a roof support, a roof studs, a first set of studs, a second set of studs and a one or more wall studs. Said floor comprises said one or more sockets, an outer layer, a floor support, a vertical supports and a horizontal supports.

Abstract: A compliant cantilevered three-dimensional micromold is provided. The compliant cantilevered micromold is suitable for use in the replication of cantilevered microparts and greatly simplifies the replication of such cantilevered parts. The compliant cantilevered micromold may be used to fabricate microparts using casting or electroforming techniques. When the compliant micromold is used to fabricate electroformed cantilevered parts, the micromold will also comprise an electrically conducting base formed by a porous metal substrate that is embedded within the compliant cantilevered micromold. Methods for fabricating the compliant cantilevered micromold as well as methods of replicating cantilevered microparts using the compliant cantilevered micromold are also provided.

Abstract: A compliant cantilevered three-dimensional micromold is provided. The compliant cantilevered micromold is suitable for use in the replication of cantilevered microparts and greatly simplifies the replication of such cantilevered parts. The compliant cantilevered micromold may be used to fabricate microparts using casting or electroforming techniques. When the compliant micromold is used to fabricate electroformed cantilevered parts, the micromold will also comprise an electrically conducting base formed by a porous metal substrate that is embedded within the compliant cantilevered micromold. Methods for fabricating the compliant cantilevered micromold as well as methods of replicating cantilevered microparts using the compliant cantilevered micromold are also provided.

Abstract: In the formation of multilevel LIGA microstructures, a preformed sheet of photoresist material, such as polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) is patterned by exposure through a mask to radiation, such as X-rays, and developed using a developer to remove the exposed photoresist material. A first microstructure is then formed by electroplating metal into the areas from which the photoresist has been removed. Additional levels of microstructure are added to the initial microstructure by covering the first microstructure with a conductive polymer, machining the conductive polymer layer to reveal the surface of the first microstructure, sealing the conductive polymer and surface of the first microstructure with a metal layer, and then forming the second level of structure on top of the first level structure. In such a manner, multiple layers of microstructure can be built up to allow complex cantilevered microstructures to be formed.

Abstract: A method is provided for fabricating ceramic microstructures, i.e., microcomponents of micron or submicron dimensions. A polymer composition is prepared containing a polymer, typically a thermally or chemically curable polymer, and nanometer size (1 to 1000 nm in diameter) ceramic particles. A mold, such as a lithographically patterned mold, preferably a LIGA mold, is filled with the polymer composition and the polymer is then cured or otherwise hardened. The elevated segments of the mold are then removed. The surface-attached ceramic microstructures so provided may then be removed from the substrate and, if desired, pyrolyzed and sintered.