Abstract: In one aspect, a method for implementing a cloud-platform push for one or more known data breaches includes the step of, for each data breach of the one or more known data breaches, providing a functionality that maps one or more kill chains or Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) for a specified set of security dimensions. A step includes generating a security rule for each mapped kill chain or TTP based on the functionality that maps the one or more kill chains or Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) for a specified set of security dimensions. A step includes pushing the security rule to an enterprise so that the enterprise is aware of a vulnerability in the data breach. A step includes generating a customized posture for a Virtual private cloud (VPC) in the enterprise's cloud-based network. A step includes determining that the data breach can occur within the enterprise's cloud-based network.

Abstract: Examples described herein provide a method that includes comparing features in an image of a part with features of models in a database and creating a list of candidate models for the part. The method further includes rendering a three-dimensional (3D) model at a pose/scale of an imaging system to generate a synthetic image that contains features of the part. The method further includes creating a part representation based on the features of the part, wherein the part representation depicts a defect of the part. The method further includes classifying a region of the part based on a set of rules for the part to determine whether the defect is within an allowable tolerance for the part.

Abstract: An infrared presence detector system includes a focal plane array and a processor coupled to the focal plane array. The array includes a first radiant energy sensor and a plurality of second radiant energy sensors, with the first and second radiant energy sensors configured to convert incident radiation into an electrical signal. The processor is coupled to the focal plane array, and is configured to control the focal plane array in a sleep mode, wherein the first radiant energy sensor is energized and the plurality of second radiant energy sensors are de-energized, and an active mode, wherein at least the plurality of second radiant energy sensors are energized when the first radiant energy sensor detects a presence.

Abstract: A nanoparticle of a decomposition product of a transition metal aluminum hydride compound, a transition metal borohydride compound, or a transition metal gallium hydride compound. A process of: reacting a transition metal salt with an aluminum hydride compound, a borohydride compound, or a gallium hydride compound to produce one or more of the nanoparticles. The reaction occurs in solution while being sonicated at a temperature at which the metal hydride compound decomposes. A process of: reacting a nanoparticle with a compound containing at least two hydroxyl groups to form a coating having multi-dentate metal-alkoxides.

Abstract: In one aspect, a computerized method for automatically identifying and solving for vendor data abuse in an enterprise network, includes the step of implementing a vendor detection at one or more gateways of the enterprise network. The method includes the step of mapping a set of data along with any associated data attributes of the set of data that are being shared with a vendor via the one or more gateways. The method includes the step of detecting and identifying an access anomaly with respect to the set of data associated with a vendor access. The method includes the step of implementing a specified data minimization process to the access anomaly.

Abstract: A method for robotic inspection of a part, includes the steps of: supporting the part with a robot mechanism; obtaining part-related sensor input with a sensor positioned to inspect the part supported by the robot mechanism; and controlling movement of the robot mechanism relative to the sensor, wherein the controlling is done by a feedback control unit which receives the sensor input, and the feedback control unit is configured to control the robot mechanism based upon the sensor input.

Abstract: A passenger tracking system includes a multiple of sensors for capturing depth map data of objects. A processing module in communication with the multiple of sensors to receive the depth map data, the processing module uses the depth map data to track an object and calculate passenger data associated with the tracked object to generate a passenger tracking list that tracks each individual passenger in the passenger data from an origin lobby to a destination lobby and through an in-car track between the origin lobby and the destination lobby.

Abstract: An infrared presence detector system includes a focal plane array and a processor coupled to the focal plane array. The array includes a first radiant energy sensor and a plurality of second radiant energy sensors, with the first and second radiant energy sensors configured to convert incident radiation into an electrical signal. The processor is coupled to the focal plane array, and is configured to control the focal plane array in a sleep mode, wherein the first radiant energy sensor is energized and the plurality of second radiant energy sensors are de-energized, and an active mode, wherein at least the plurality of second radiant energy sensors are energized when the first radiant energy sensor detects a presence.

Abstract: Methods and systems for controlling elevator systems are provided. The methods include receiving inputs from at least one interactive input device, wherein the inputs include elevator call requests, tracking one or more people located within a monitored area using at least one sensor, assigning elevator assignments to the one or more people based on at least one of the inputs from the at least one interactive input device and a grouping algorithm based on the tracking of the one or more people, and scheduling operation of at least one elevator car based on the elevator assignments.

Abstract: A multi-point detection system includes one or more light sources, one or more light sensors, and a controller. The light sources are configured to emit an array of collimated light beams, and the light sensors define an array of lines of view. Each of the lines of view intersect different ones of the collimated light beams at respective detection nodes. The light sensors are operable to emit sensor signals responsive to received scattered light from interaction of the collimated light beams with an analyte at the detection nodes. The controller is connected to receive the sensor signals and configured to determine from the scattered light whether the analyte contains a contaminant.

Abstract: A pitot probe assembly that is formed from modular, replaceable components, and is flexible. The configuration of the pitot probe assembly allows the pitot probe assembly to absorb and/or dissipate impact energy, and the modular, replaceable components allow for quick and easy repair of the pitot probe assembly. The pitot probe assembly can be configured as a total pressure pitot probe assembly or as a pitot static probe assembly.

Abstract: An infrared presence detector system includes a focal plane array and a processor coupled to the focal plane array. The array includes a first radiant energy sensor and a plurality of second radiant energy sensors, with the first and second radiant energy sensors configured to convert incident radiation into an electrical signal. The processor is coupled to the focal plane array, and is configured to control the focal plane array in a sleep mode, wherein the first radiant energy sensor is energized and the plurality of second radiant energy sensors are de-energized, and an active mode, wherein at least the plurality of second radiant energy sensors are energized when the first radiant energy sensor detects a presence.

Abstract: According to another embodiment, a method of detecting the occurrence of a condition using a detection system located within a predetermined area includes transmitting light from at least one node of a plurality of nodes into an ambient atmosphere adjacent the at least one node, receiving scattered light from the ambient atmosphere at the at least one node, communicating the received scattered light to a control system operably coupled to the at least one node, analyzing the scattered light at the control system to determine a condition of the ambient atmosphere adjacent each at least one node, and adjusting a sensitivity of the at least one node of the plurality of nodes.

Abstract: A pyroelectric presence identification system includes focal plane array and a processor coupled to the focal plane array. The focal plane array includes a first image sensor and a plurality of second image sensors configured to convert radiant energy into an electrical signal. The processor is configured to control the focal plane array in a sleep mode wherein the first image sensor is utilized to detect gross motion of at least one presence and the plurality of second image sensors are de-energized.

Abstract: A radar presence detection system is configured to detect oscillations within a building. The radar presence detection system includes an accelerometer, a radar, and a processing unit. The accelerometer is attached to the building and configured to detect structural vibration waves. The radar is configured to transmit a monitoring wave and receive a reflected wave. The processing unit includes a filter, an adaptive filter, and a detector. The filter is configured to receive a first signal indicative of the reflected wave and output a filtered reflected wave signal spanning a frequency range indicative of an oscillation within the building. The adaptive filter is configured to receive a second signal indicative of the structural vibration wave signal and output a focused vibration signal spanning a frequency range for the cancellation of vibration noise.

Abstract: A computerized method for implementing risk discovery with a set of unified security and privacy policies, includes the step of discovering a set of data and a set of data accesses within an enterprise computing system. The method includes the step of classifying the set of discovered data and the set of data accesses with an identification that shows which of the data assets are important or critical for the enterprise. The method includes the step of determining which of the set of discovered data and the set of data accesses have or are associated with sensitive information. The method includes the step of placing the set of discovered data and the set of data accesses that are associated with sensitive information into a set of discovered information about the infrastructure. The method includes the step of determining which of the set of discovered data and the set of data accesses are relevant in the context of a specified governmental data privacy regulation.

Abstract: In one aspect, a method for implementing a cloud-platform push for one or more known data breaches includes the step of, for each data breach of the one or more known data breaches, providing a functionality that maps one or more kill chains or Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) for a specified set of security dimensions. A step includes generating a security rule for each mapped kill chain or TTP based on the functionality that maps the one or more kill chains or Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) for a specified set of security dimensions. A step includes pushing the security rule to an enterprise so that the enterprise is aware of a vulnerability in the data breach. A step includes generating a customized posture for a Virtual private cloud (VPC) in the enterprise's cloud-based network. A step includes determining that the data breach can occur within the enterprise's cloud-based network.

Abstract: In one aspect, a computerized method for automatically identifying and solving for vendor data abuse in an enterprise network, includes the step of implementing a vendor detection at one or more gateways of the enterprise network. The method includes the step of mapping a set of data along with any associated data attributes of the set of data that are being shared with a vendor via the one or more gateways. The method includes the step of detecting and identifying an access anomaly with respect to the set of data associated with a vendor access. The method includes the step of implementing a specified data minimization process to the access anomaly.

Abstract: A process for automated component inspection includes the steps of calibrating an imaging device mounted on a table; calibrating a coordinate measuring machine mounted on the table, the coordinate measuring machine comprising a fixture coupled to an arm of the coordinate measuring machine; coupling a component to the fixture; acquiring an image of said component with said imaging device; registering a baseline dimensioned image to the component image; applying the baseline dimensioned image to a damage detection algorithm; and determining component damage by the damage detection algorithm.

Abstract: A system for locating a detection system within a predetermined area includes a fiber optic harness defining at least one node in communication with the predetermined area. Light is received at the at least one node. At least one emitter is arranged in communication with the at least one node. A control system is operably coupled to the at least one emitter and the at least one node to determine a physical location of the at least one node relative to the predetermined area.