Abstract: In some aspects, a magnetic gear system includes a flux focusing magnet arrangement having a low-pole count rotor, a pair of modulator rotors disposed on either side of the low-pole count rotor, and a pair of high-pole count outer rotors disposed outside of the pair of modulator rotors. In some aspects, a magnetic gear system includes a motor with a stator and a pair of low-pole count rotors disposed on either side of the stator. The magnetic gear system further includes a pair of modulator rotors disposed on either side of the motor, and a pair of high-pole outer rotors disposed on opposite sides of the pair of modulator rotors.

Abstract: A laser module includes a laser source and at least one air knife. The laser source is configured to be coupled to a robotic arm of a robotic device, and emit a laser beam for processing a workpiece having a workpiece surface. The air knife is configured to be coupled to the robotic arm, and discharge an airflow sheet in a direction toward a laser spot where the laser beam impinges the workpiece surface, for clearing contaminants generated by impingement of the laser beam.

Abstract: In some aspects, a magnetic gear system includes a flux focusing magnet arrangement having a low-pole count rotor, a pair of modulator rotors disposed on either side of the low-pole count rotor, and a pair of high-pole count outer rotors disposed outside of the pair of modulator rotors. In some aspects, a magnetic gear system includes a motor with a stator and a pair of low-pole count rotors disposed on either side of the stator. The magnetic gear system further includes a pair of modulator rotors disposed on either side of the motor, and a pair of high-pole outer rotors disposed on opposite sides of the pair of modulator rotors.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides an inspection cart for inspecting large area objects, such as airplane fuselages. In one aspect, an inspection cart includes a tower supporting a track. The inspection cart also includes a carriage movable along the track. The carriage supports a 3D scanner having at least two cameras and a projector. The inspection cart also includes integrated optical fiducials arranged relative to the track so that the optical fiducials are in a field of view of the 3D scanner during scanning of an object. In other aspects, an inspection system that includes at least one inspection cart is provided. In further aspects, a method of inspecting a large area object using an inspection cart is provided.

Abstract: Laser ablation systems comprise a flow-directing structure that comprises a body that is configured to be operatively attached to a laser assembly relative to purge-gas jet and an optical assembly. The internal volume and the outlet of the flow-directing structure are configured to direct high velocity air away from an optic surface of the laser assembly and toward a substrate surface being ablated by the laser ablation system. Laser ablation methods comprise emitting a laser beam through a optic surface of an optical assembly of a laser assembly, directing high velocity purge gas toward the optic surface, constraining the purge gas within a body of a flow-directing structure to create positive pressure inside the body, exhausting a column of the purge gas out of the body toward the substrate surface, removing a plasma plume from a path of the laser beam, and dissipating fumes and effluent.

Abstract: Aspects of the disclosure relate to a cycloidal magnetic gear. The cycloidal magnetic gear includes an outer rotor. A plurality of magnetic pole pairs is disposed on an inner circumference of the outer rotor. A first, second, and third inner rotor is disposed within the outer rotor. The first, second, and third inner rotors includes a magnetic pole pairs disposed on an outer circumference thereof. The first inner rotor and the third inner rotor have a thickness of approximately half the thickness of the second inner rotor. The first inner rotor, the second inner rotor, and the third inner rotor balance moments acting on a drive shaft.

Abstract: In some aspects, a magnetic gear system includes a flux focusing magnet arrangement having a low-pole count rotor, a pair of modulator rotors disposed on either side of the low-pole count rotor, and a pair of high-pole count outer rotors disposed outside of the pair of modulator rotors. In some aspects, a magnetic gear system includes a motor with a stator and a pair of low-pole count rotors disposed on either side of the stator. The magnetic gear system further includes a pair of modulator rotors disposed on either side of the motor, and a pair of high-pole outer rotors disposed on opposite sides of the pair of modulator rotors.

Abstract: A laser module includes a laser source and at least one air knife. The laser source is configured to be coupled to a robotic arm of a robotic device, and emit a laser beam for processing a workpiece having a workpiece surface. The air knife is configured to be coupled to the robotic arm, and discharge an airflow sheet in a direction toward a laser spot where the laser beam impinges the workpiece surface, for clearing contaminants generated by impingement of the laser beam.

Abstract: A laser ablation system comprises a volume configured to contain a workpiece and a carriage configured to move within the volume relative to a workpiece. The carriage comprises a clamping system, a laser enclosure, and a laser ablation work head within the laser enclosure. The clamping system is configured to clamp the workpiece and seal against a portion of the workpiece.

Abstract: A cloud computing architecture and system for interaction with and use of quantum processing devices is presented. In one aspect, the invention comprises a unified platform as a service for interacting with various quantum processing devices. In another aspect, the invention provides an architecture and methodology for accessing and using a variety of quantum processing devices. Other aspects of the invention incorporate various software modules that provide additional functionality for users of quantum processing devices.

Abstract: Quantum processing devices are integrated with conventional distributed computing paradigms. In one aspect, ideas from classical distributed and high-performance computing are brought into the quantum processing domain. Various architectures and methodologies enable the bilateral integration of quantum processing devices and distributed computers. In one aspect, a system is composed of a high-level API and library, a quantum data model, and a set of software processes to prepare this data model for computation on a quantum processing device and to retrieve results from the quantum processing device. This provides a way for distributed computing software frameworks to integrate one or more quantum processing devices into their workflow.

Abstract: An axial flux magnetic geared machine includes a high speed magnetic rotor and a low speed magnetic rotor maintained in a spaced relationship from the high speed magnetic rotor. A modulating structure is disposed between the high speed magnetic rotor and the low speed magnetic rotor. A stator is disposed in a radially central bore of one or more of the high speed magnetic rotor, the low speed magnetic rotor, and the modulating structure.

Abstract: A laser ablation system comprises a volume configured to contain a workpiece and a carriage configured to move within the volume relative to a workpiece. The carriage comprises a clamping system, a laser enclosure, and a laser ablation work head within the laser enclosure. The clamping system is configured to clamp the workpiece and seal against a portion of the workpiece.

Abstract: An improved method uses quantum processing devices to determine optimal sets of bids in combinatorial auctions. In one approach, a list of bids is received. Each bid specifies a price for a package of one or more items offered in the auction. The bids may be conflicting. An objective function based on the list of bids is formulated. The objective function has a form suitable for solution by a quantum processing device, which is used to optimize the objective function, thereby determining which bids are accepted.

Abstract: An improved method uses quantum processing devices to optimize a portfolio of financial assets. In one approach, a list of lots available for purchase is received. Each lot specifies financial assets included in the lot and a price to purchase the lot. A budget for the portfolio is also received. An objective function is formulated based on the list of lots and on the budget. The objective function has a form suitable for solution by a quantum processing device, which is used to optimize the objective function, thereby determining which lots are to be purchased.

Abstract: Quantum processing devices are integrated with conventional distributed computing paradigms. In one aspect, ideas from classical distributed and high-performance computing are brought into the quantum processing domain. Various architectures and methodologies enable the bilateral integration of quantum processing devices and distributed computers.

Abstract: A cloud computing architecture and system for interaction with and use of quantum processing devices is presented. In one aspect, the invention comprises a unified platform as a service for interacting with various quantum processing devices. In another aspect, the invention provides an architecture and methodology for accessing and using a variety of quantum processing devices. Other aspects of the invention incorporate various software modules that provide additional functionality for users of quantum processing devices.

Abstract: Multi-faceted relationship hubs can support browsing an extensible set of relationship types from within a single tool window. A user can switch between relationship types within a single tool window without disrupting user flow by having to change context in a plurality of tool windows. Multiple instances of relationship hubs can be created. Browsing navigation history can be stored, allowing a user to maintain and reacquire relationship contexts. A user can preview the content of one or more files without opening the file.

Abstract: An accessory for trailer hitch systems having components for equalizing loads and reducing trailer sway. The accessory includes a jacket for attaching to a bracket that supports a load equalizing spring bar. The bracket may include a lateral extending portion for supporting the spring bar. The jacket may include a socket for receiving the lateral extending portion of the bracket, such that the jacket may be removably installed on the bracket. The jacket may include a contact surface for contacting the spring bar. The contact surface may include a different coefficient of friction or a different shape, as compared to the lateral extending portion of the bracket, such that movement of the spring bar with respect to the bracket may be altered as compared to conditions in which the spring bar is supported on the bracket without the jacket.

Abstract: An accessory for trailer hitch systems having components for equalizing loads and reducing trailer sway. The accessory includes a jacket for attaching to a bracket that supports a load equalizing spring bar. The bracket may include a lateral extending portion for supporting the spring bar. The jacket may include a socket for receiving the lateral extending portion of the bracket, such that the jacket may be removably installed on the bracket. The jacket may include a contact surface for contacting the spring bar. The contact surface may include a different coefficient of friction or a different shape, as compared to the lateral extending portion of the bracket, such that movement of the spring bar with respect to the bracket may be altered as compared to conditions in which the spring bar is supported on the bracket without the jacket.